James R. Parkes

Acting

Freshness: Jan 19, 2026

10Total Films

6.0 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of James R. Parkes reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: TV Movie

The majority of James R. Parkes's filmography leans towards the TV Movie 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James R. Parkes remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in My Girl 2, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best James R. Parkes Movies Ranked

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

★6.0

★6.0

My Girl 2 — Vada Sultenfuss has a holiday coming up, and an assignment: to do and essay on someone she admires and has never met. Sh

My Girl 2

1994•Comedy

★5.8

★5.8

Mysterious Two — Two Aliens visit the Earth in an effort to enlist converts to travel the universe with them.

Mysterious Two

1982•TV Movie

★5.1

★5.1

Damnation Alley — Following World War III, four survivors at an desert military installation attempt to drive across the desolate wastelan

Damnation Alley

1977•Action

★5.0

★5.0

Annihilator — Humanoid killer robots stalk a newspaperman, who has knowledge of their existence. One of the robots is made to look lik

Annihilator

1986•Sci-Fi

★4.8

★4.8

The Possessed — A former priest, now an exorcist, battles the satanic forces that are threatening the students at a girls school.

The Possessed

1977•Horror

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of James R. Parkes.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1994	My Girl 2	Lenny	Average	Similar →
1989	Cage	Policeman #2	Flop	Similar →
1986	Annihilator	Policeman	Flop	Similar →
1982	Mysterious Two	Air Force Captain	Average	Similar →
1979	The Concorde... Airport '79	Steward #1	Flop	Similar →
1978	The Two-Five	2nd Surveillance Officer	Flop	Similar →
1977	Damnation Alley	Mountain Man	Flop	Similar →
1977	Man from Atlantis III: Killer Spores	-	Flop	Similar →
1977	The Possessed	-	Flop	Similar →
1976	Trackdown	Joe Andrews	Flop	Similar →

James R. Parkes - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James R. Parkes?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James R. Parkes is "My Girl 2" with a rating of 6.0/10.

How many movies has James R. Parkes acted in?

James R. Parkes has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by James R. Parkes?

Other notable films include "Mysterious Two", "Damnation Alley", and "Annihilator".