James Anthony Cotton - Actor Profile

James Anthony Cotton

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
12Total Films
7.3 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 24, 1956
Birth Place: Los Angeles, California, USA

James Anthony Cotton Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of James Anthony Cotton reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of James Anthony Cotton's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 42% of James Anthony Cotton's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Patch Adams, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best James Anthony Cotton Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from James Anthony Cotton's career based on audience ratings.

★7.3
Patch Adams (1998) movie poster
★7.3

Patch Adams: The true story of Dr. Hunter "Patch" Adams, who in the 1970s found that humor is the best medicine, and was willing to d

Patch Adams

1998•Comedy
★7.0
Chasing Mavericks (2012) movie poster
★7.0

Chasing Mavericks: Surfer Jay Moriarity sets out to ride the Northern California break known as Mavericks.

Chasing Mavericks

2012•Drama
★6.8
Rent (2005) movie poster
★6.8

Rent: In New York City's gritty East Village, a group of bohemians strive for success and acceptance while enduring the obstac

Rent

2005•Drama
★6.6
Contagion (2011) movie poster
★6.6

Contagion: As an epidemic of a lethal airborne virus - that kills within days - rapidly grows, the worldwide medical community race

Contagion

2011•Drama
★6.5
Phenomenon (1996) movie poster
★6.5

Phenomenon: An ordinary man sees a bright light descend from the sky, and discovers he now has super-intelligence and telekinesis.

Phenomenon

1996•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie James Anthony Cotton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2015 Western Religion Harvard Gold Flop Similar →
2015 White Rabbit Mel Walter Booth Flop Similar →
2012 Chasing Mavericks Frank Hit Similar →
2012 About Cherry Bartender #2 Flop Similar →
2011 Contagion Tough Guy (uncredited) Hit Similar →
2010 The Invited Marty Fitzpatrick Flop Similar →
2007 Hats Off Dr. Jampolski Flop Similar →
2005 Rent Used Car Salesman Hit Similar →
2001 Down Time KC Flop Similar →
1998 Patch Adams Psych Patient Hit Similar →
1997 Daughters - Flop Similar →
1996 Phenomenon Cal Hit Similar →

James Anthony Cotton - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James Anthony Cotton?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Anthony Cotton is "Patch Adams" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has James Anthony Cotton acted in?

James Anthony Cotton has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by James Anthony Cotton?

Other notable films include "Chasing Mavericks", "Rent", and "Contagion".

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