James Lorinz
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. James Lorinz (born May 22, 1964) is an American writer/director/actor whose most famous roles include Street Trash, Frankenhooker and The Jerky Boys. He has also had smaller parts in Last Exit to Brooklyn, Robocop 3 and King of New York. Lorinz was born in Flushing, Queens, close to Shea Stadium and the 1968 World's Fair Grounds. Lorinz worked as a dispatcher at his father's short-lived car service company while a student at School of Visual Arts in New York City. While still a film student and aspiring writer, James became close friends with author Pete Hamill. Description above from the Wikipedia article James Lorinz, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
James Lorinz Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of James Lorinz reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 20 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of James Lorinz's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 25% of James Lorinz'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 Your Date's on a Plate: The Making of Frankenhooker, which stands out as a key performance.
Best James Lorinz Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James Lorinz's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie James Lorinz has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Love Bomb | Hampton | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Overnight | Eugene - Adult | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Irishman | Hoffa Rally Teamster #1 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Transfiguration | Detective (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Bridge of Spies | Gentleman on Subway #2 | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Your Date's on a Plate: The Making of Frankenhooker | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | God Has a Rap Sheet | Unfunny Drunken Fool At Bar | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Sweet Life | Michael | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Red Lipstick | Frank | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Last Big Thing | Comic | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Jerky Boys | Brett Weir | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Who Do I Gotta Kill? | Jimmy Corona | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Mr. Wonderful | Jos | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | RoboCop 3 | Upset Driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | King of New York | Tip Connoly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Frankenhooker | Jeffrey | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Last Exit to Brooklyn | Freddy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Punch the Clock | Howard Smitty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Swirlee | Mr. Softy | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Street Trash | Doorman | Average | Similar → |
James Lorinz - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James Lorinz?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Lorinz is "Your Date's on a Plate: The Making of Frankenhooker" with a rating of 9.5/10.
How many movies has James Lorinz acted in?
James Lorinz has been featured in at least 20 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James Lorinz?
Other notable films include "The Irishman", "Bridge of Spies", and "King of New York".