James Cada
ActingAbout James Cada
James Cada was born on 30 October 1948 in Västervik, Kalmar län, Sweden. He is an actor and writer, known for Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999), A Serious Man (2009) and The Straight Story (1999). He is married to Susanne Egli. They have two children.
James Cada Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of James Cada reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of James Cada's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 40% of James Cada'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 The Straight Story, which stands out as a key performance.
Best James Cada Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James Cada's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie James Cada has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | A Serious Man | Cop #1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Sweet Land | Minister Thorwald | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Factotum | Bald Man | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | North Country | Don Pearson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Joe Somebody | Exec. Bill | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Wooly Boys | Mr. McKormick | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Chromium Hook | Sheriff Curtis Mansarack | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Straight Story | Danny Riordan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Drop Dead Gorgeous | Lisa Swenson's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | A Chance of Snow | Otis Vickery | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Iron Will | Peter Swenson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Untamed Heart | Bill #1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Lucky Day | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Wildrose | Pavich | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | The Last Word | Bill Wright | Flop | Similar → |
James Cada - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James Cada?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Cada is "The Straight Story" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has James Cada acted in?
James Cada has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James Cada?
Other notable films include "North Country", "Lucky Day", and "Untamed Heart".