James Lancaster

Acting

Freshness: Jan 24, 2026

15Total Films

8.2 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of James Lancaster reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of James Lancaster's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James Lancaster remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Prestige, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best James Lancaster Movies Ranked

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

★8.2

★8.2

The Prestige: A mysterious story of two magicians whose intense rivalry leads them on a life-long battle for supremacy -- full of obse

The Prestige

2006•Drama

★7.9

★7.9

Titanic: 101-year-old Rose DeWitt Bukater tells the story of her life aboard the Titanic, 84 years later. A young Rose boards the

Titanic

1997•Drama

★7.3

Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End (2007) movie poster

★7.3

Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End: Captain Jack Sparrow, that wily charmer of a pirate, is trapped in Davy Jones' Locker when his pirate brethren begin a d

Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End

2007•Adventure

★7.0

★7.0

Die Hard 2: One year after his heroics in Los Angeles, John McClane is an off-duty cop who is the wrong guy in the wrong place at th

Die Hard 2

1990•Action

★6.9

★6.9

Gettysburg: In the summer of 1863, General Robert E. Lee leads the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia into Gettysburg, Pennsylvan

Gettysburg

1993•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of James Lancaster.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2023	Dún Laoghaire	Mover 1	Flop	Similar →
2018	Murder On The Green	Small Balls	Flop	Similar →
2007	Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End	EITC Agent	Hit	Similar →
2006	The Prestige	Moderator	Super Hit	Similar →
2004	Spanglish	Businessman	Average	Similar →
2000	Lost Souls	Father Jeremy	Flop	Similar →
1997	Titanic	Father Byles	Super Hit	Similar →
1996	Entertaining Angels: The Dorothy Day Story	Eugene O’Neill	Flop	Similar →
1996	Hijacked: Flight 285	Andrew Leary	Average	Similar →
1994	Jack Reed: A Search for Justice	Billy	Average	Similar →
1994	Leprechaun 2	William O'Day	Average	Similar →
1993	Gettysburg	Lieut. Col. Arthur Fremantle	Hit	Similar →
1990	Die Hard 2	Windsor Plane - Navigator	Hit	Similar →
1988	Retreads	-	Flop	Similar →
1980	Kiss and Tell	Rupert	Flop	Similar →

James Lancaster - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James Lancaster?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Lancaster is "The Prestige" with a rating of 8.2/10.

How many movies has James Lancaster acted in?

James Lancaster has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by James Lancaster?

Other notable films include "Titanic", "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End", and "Die Hard 2".