James McDaniel
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. James McDaniel (born March 25, 1958; Washington, D.C.) is an American stage, film and television actor. He is best known for playing Lt. Arthur Fancy on the television show NYPD Blue. He also played a police officer in the ill-fated 1990 series Cop Rock, and a close advisor to activist Malcolm X in the 1992 film Malcolm X. He also played Sgt. Jesse Longford in the ABC television series Detroit 1-8-7. McDaniel won a 1995 Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series, NYPD Blue, and won the 2006 Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Performer in a Children/Youth/Family Special, "Edge of America". McDaniel was in the same acting company at SUNY Purchase with actor Jay O. Sanders. Description above from the Wikipedia article James McDaniel, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
James McDaniel Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of James McDaniel reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 41 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of James McDaniel's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 32% of James McDaniel'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 Cass, which stands out as a key performance.
Best James McDaniel Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James McDaniel's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie James McDaniel has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Lapsis | Felix | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Night Comes On | Danny - Parole Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Sacrifice | Traeger | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Home | Dr. Parker | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Sins of the Preacher | Wade Thompson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | King's Faith | Mike | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Cass | Franklin Morris Sr. | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | You're Nobody 'til Somebody Kills You | Det. Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Earthwork | Lone Wolf | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Beauty & the Briefcase | Mr. Belmont | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | See You in September | Lewis | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Bunker Hill | Marcus Troy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Killer Hair | Mac | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Hostile Makeover | Mac | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Bunker Hill | Salem | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Butterfly Dreaming | Dr. Baldrica | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Living Hell | Colonel Eric Maitland | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | 人间炼狱 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | War Eagle, Arkansas | Jack, Videostore Manager | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | El Cortez | Arnie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Edge of America | Kenny Williams | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Sunshine State | Reggie Perry | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Livin' for Love: The Natalie Cole Story | Nat 'King' Cole | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Deliberate Intent | Lawrence Horn | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Out of Time | Jack Epson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Silencing Mary | Professor Thiel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Defenders: Choice of Evils | Jack Casey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Truth or Consequences, N.M. | Frank Thompson | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | A Deadly Vision | Dr. Tony Natale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Unforgivable | Spider | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Road to Galveston | Marcus Roosevelt Sr. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Scam | Daniel Poole | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Malcolm X | Brother Earl | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Strictly Business | Roland Halloran | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Alice | Dorothy's Xmas Party Guest | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Murder Times Seven | Fred | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Common Ground | Steve Grace | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Old Man and the Sea | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Murder in Black and White | Fred | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Internal Affairs | Fred | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Rocket Gibraltar | Policeman | Average | Similar → |
James McDaniel - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James McDaniel?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James McDaniel is "Cass" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has James McDaniel acted in?
James McDaniel has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James McDaniel?
Other notable films include "Common Ground", "Earthwork", and "War Eagle, Arkansas".