James Black - Actor Profile

James Black

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
49Total Films
7.2 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 3, 1962
Birth Place: Lima, Ohio, USA

About James Black

A onetime professional football player for the Cleveland Browns, James has always had a passion for the arts and pursued his passion even while playing for the Browns for two years as a running back.

James Black Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of James Black reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 49 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 12% of James Black'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 Lockdown: 2025, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best James Black Movies Ranked

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

Full Filmography

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2026 The Hail Mary Mr. Russel Flop Similar →
2026 Calabash Montrell Flop Similar →
2024 I Don't Know Leroy Flop Similar →
2024 Restitution - Flop Similar →
2024 Cricket Sully Flop Similar →
2024 Night Games The Boss Flop Similar →
2023 Lethal Legacy James Flop Similar →
2022 Uncommon Negotiator Chief Wells Flop Similar →
2021 Writing Around the Christmas Tree Irving Leighton Flop Similar →
2021 Lockdown: 2025 Detective Little Hit Similar →
2020 My Brothers' Crossing CJ Martin Hit Similar →
2018 Deadtime Tales 2 Bradbury - 'Evil Net' (archive footage) (uncredited) Flop Similar →
2017 The Preacher's Son Deacon Emerson Hit Similar →
2016 Legends of the Hidden Temple Tourist Hit Similar →
2016 Black Tar Road Jimmy Flop Similar →
2015 The Man in 3B Ben Average Similar →
2015 Welcome to the Family Preston Flop Similar →
2015 Why She Cries Chris Owens Flop Similar →
2012 The Phoenix Rises Bob Smith Flop Similar →
2012 Detention Mr. Cooper Average Similar →
2011 King of the Underground Mr. Hollywood Average Similar →
2011 Repeat Offenders: Jamais Vu - Flop Similar →
2009 Afro Ninja Black Lightning Flop Similar →
2008 3 Days Gone Teddy Shark Flop Similar →
2007 Agenda Four Shure Flop Similar →
2006 Saturday Night Life The Admirer Flop Similar →
2005 Sci-Fi Slaughter Bradbury (archive footage) Average Similar →
2004 Roscoe's House of Chicken n Waffles Tooky Flop Similar →
2004 In Your Eyes Will Average Similar →
2002 Love and a Bullet Vaughn Flop Similar →
2001 The Vault - Flop Similar →
2001 Horrorvision Bradbury Flop Similar →
2000 Stop It, You're Killing Me Eric Jameson Flop Similar →
2000 Unshackled Doc Flop Similar →
1999 The Substitute 3: Winner Takes All Rahmel Flop Similar →
1999 Standing on Fishes Henry Flop Similar →
1999 Universal Soldier: The Return Sergeant Morrow Average Similar →
1998 Soldier Riley Average Similar →
1998 Cappuccino Victor Erickson Flop Similar →
1998 Out of Sight Himey Hit Similar →
1998 Godzilla Soldier Average Similar →
1997 Surface to Air Captain Slocomb Hit Similar →
1995 With Criminal Intent - Average Similar →
1994 Ozone Eddie Boone Flop Similar →
1992 Galaxy of the Dinosaurs Kronik Flop Similar →
1992 Maximum Impact Mr. Huntsacker Flop Similar →
1992 Hard Promises Gameshow Husband Average Similar →
1992 Chickboxer Colt Jackson Flop Similar →
1991 Zombie Cop Dr. Death Flop Similar →

James Black - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James Black?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Black is "Lockdown: 2025" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has James Black acted in?

James Black has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by James Black?

Other notable films include "Surface to Air", "The Preacher's Son", and "Legends of the Hidden Temple".

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