James Taylor - Actor Profile

James Taylor

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
50Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 12, 1948
Birth Place: Boston, Massachusetts, USA

About James Taylor

James Vernon Taylor (born March 12, 1948) is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist. A six-time Grammy Award winner, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000. Taylor is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 100 million records worldwide. Description above from the Wikipedia article James Taylor, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of James Taylor reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Music

The majority of James Taylor's filmography leans towards the Music 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 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James Taylor remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Joni Mitchell - The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize For Popular Song, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best James Taylor Movies Ranked

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

Complete Filmography & Success Status

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Joni Mitchell: The Hissing of Summer Lawns Self Flop Similar →
2023 American Symphony Self (archive footage) (uncredited) Hit Similar →
2023 Carole King and her Songs at the BBC Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2023 Joni Mitchell - The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize For Popular Song Self Super Hit Similar →
2022 2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2022 Immediate Family Self Hit Similar →
2022 Carole King & James Taylor: Just Call Out My Name Self Super Hit Similar →
2019 Joni 75: A Birthday Celebration Self Super Hit Similar →
2017 95th Annual National Christmas Tree Lighting Self - Performer Flop Similar →
2016 Carole King: Natural Woman Self Hit Similar →
2015 James Taylor | Austin City Limits Festival Self - Vocals, Guitar Flop Similar →
2015 A MusiCares Tribute to Carole King Self Hit Similar →
2012 A MusiCares Tribute To Paul McCartney Self Super Hit Similar →
2011 A MusiCares Tribute to Neil Young Self Hit Similar →
2010 Carole King & James Taylor | Live at the Troubadour Self Super Hit Similar →
2010 Sesame Street: 40 Years of Sunny Days Self (uncredited) (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2009 The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts Self Super Hit Similar →
2009 Funny People James Taylor Average Similar →
2009 Neil Young: Don't Be Denied Himself Flop Similar →
2009 We Are One: The Obama Inaugural Celebration at the Lincoln Memorial Self Flop Similar →
2008 Alison Krauss | A Hundred Miles Or More Self Hit Similar →
2007 Make it Three Yards: A Conversation with James Taylor Self Flop Similar →
2007 James Taylor | One Man Band Self Flop Similar →
2007 Paul Simon and Friends | The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song Self Average Similar →
2007 Tony Bennett: Duets - The Making of an American Classic Self Flop Similar →
2006 Geared-Up - Flop Similar →
2006 A MusiCares Person of the Year Tribute Honoring James Taylor Self Flop Similar →
2006 James Taylor: Squibnocket Vocals Flop Similar →
2005 History Rings True: Red Sox Opening Day Ring Ceremony Self Flop Similar →
2004 Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival Self Super Hit Similar →
2003 Can't Buy Me Lunch: Another Look at The Rutles Self - Interviewee Average Similar →
2003 Joni Mitchell: Woman of Heart and Mind Self Average Similar →
2003 James Taylor Pull Over Himself Flop Similar →
2000 Appalachian Journey Live In Concert Self Flop Similar →
2000 An All-Star Tribute to Joni Mitchell Self Flop Similar →
1998 James Taylor - Live at the Beacon Theatre Vocals Hit Similar →
1998 Motown 40: The Music is Forever Self Flop Similar →
1990 Sesame Street: Sing Yourself Silly! Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
1988 Sesame Street: Put Down the Duckie Self Average Similar →
1985 Morons from Outer Space Minister Flop Similar →
1982 Working Trucker Flop Similar →
1980 No Nukes Self Flop Similar →
1979 James Taylor in Concert: Live at Blossom Music Center - Flop Similar →
1979 James Taylor in Concert Self Flop Similar →
1971 James Taylor in Concert - BBC Studios Singer Hit Similar →
1971 Two-Lane Blacktop The Driver Hit Similar →
1970 James Taylor Sings James Taylor Self Flop Similar →
N/A James Taylor: [2015] Guitare Center Sessions - Flop Similar →
N/A James Taylor Live in Italy - Flop Similar →
N/A James Taylor Nice Jazz Festival Self Flop Similar →

James Taylor - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James Taylor?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Taylor is "Joni Mitchell - The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize For Popular Song" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has James Taylor acted in?

James Taylor has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by James Taylor?

Other notable films include "Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival", "Carole King & James Taylor: Just Call Out My Name", and "2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony".