James Bell
ActingJames Bell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of James Bell reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of James Bell's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of James Bell'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 I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang, which stands out as a key performance.
Best James Bell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James Bell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie James Bell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | Twilight of Honor | Charles Crispin | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Posse from Hell | Benson | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Escape to Sonoita | Andy Davis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | -30- | Ben Quinn | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Oregon Trail | Jeremiah Cooper | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Trap | Clint Edwards | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | In Love and War | Sidney Lenaine | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Tin Star | Judge Thatcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Lonely Man | Judge Hart | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Search for Bridey Murphy | Hugh Lynn Cayce | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | A Day of Fury | Doc Logan | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tribute to a Bad Man | L.A. Peterson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Sincerely Yours | Grandpa Hunt | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Lay That Rifle Down | Mr. Fetcher | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Marty | Mr. Snyder (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Black Tuesday | John Norris | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | About Mrs. Leslie | Mr. Herbert Poole | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Riding Shotgun | Doc Winkler | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Glenn Miller Story | Mr. Burger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Crime Wave | Daniel O'Keefe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Last Posse | Will Romer | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Million Dollar Mermaid | Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Ride the Man Down | John Evarts | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Japanese War Bride | Ed Sterling | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Red Mountain | Dr. Terry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Arizona Manhunt | Sheriff Tom White | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Flying Leathernecks | Colonel | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Company She Keeps | Mr. Neeley | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Streets of Laredo | Ike | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Black Eagle | Frank Hayden | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | I, Jane Doe | Judge Bertrand | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Killer McCoy | Father Patrick Ryan | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Driftwood | Sheriff Bolton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Brute Force | Crenshaw | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Millerson Case | Ezra Minnich | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Sea of Grass | Sam Hall | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Dead Reckoning | Father Logan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Unknown | Edward Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Spiral Staircase | Constable | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Blood on the Sun | Charley Sprague | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Thunderhead: Son of Flicka | Gus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | So Proudly We Hail | Col. White | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | My Friend Flicka | Gus | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Leopard Man | Dr. Galbraith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | I Walked with a Zombie | Dr. Maxwell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Holiday Inn | Dunbar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | White Woman | Hambly | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Storm at Daybreak | Peter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Private Detective 62 | Whitey | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang | Red (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
James Bell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James Bell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Bell is "I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has James Bell acted in?
James Bell has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James Bell?
Other notable films include "Marty", "Brute Force", and "Crime Wave".