Sam J. Jones
ActingAbout Sam J. Jones
Samuel Gerald Jones, known professionally as Sam J. Jones, is an American actor and former football player. He is known for playing the title character in the 1980 film Flash Gordon and for starring in the short-lived TV series The Highwayman (1987–1988).
Sam J. Jones Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Sam J. Jones reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Sam J. Jones's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 10% of Sam J. Jones'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 Whiteforce, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Sam J. Jones Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Sam J. Jones's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Sam J. Jones has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Roswell Delirium | Mr. Leonard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | An Unlikely Angel | Buck Hanson | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | In Search of Tomorrow | Self - Interviewee | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Decapitarium | Dean Usher | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Silent Natural | Jacob Hoy | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Axcellerator | Brink | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Fury of the Fist and the Golden Fleece | Flash/Man with the Golden Fleece | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Making Fun: The Story of Funko | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Life After Flash | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Ted 2 | Sam J. Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Ted | Sam Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | ReVamped | Jake Hardcastle | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Redemption | The Brick | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Dead Sexy | Rackles | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Gangland | Sgt. Richards | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | T.N.T. | Greel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Evasive Action | Convict | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Where Truth Lies | James | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | American Tigers | Sergeant Major Ransom | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | American Strays | Exterminator | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Baja Run | Carl Brubaker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | R.I.O.T.: The Movie | Jimmy O'Brien | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Ballistic | Braden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Fists of Iron | Tyler Green | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Texas Payback | Louis Gentry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Hard Vice | Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Thunder in Paradise | David Kilmer | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Lady Dragon 2 | Reb | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | South Beach | Billy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Fist of Honor | Fist Sullivan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Da Vinci's War | Jim Holbrook | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Expert Weapon | Janson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Maximum Force | Michael Crews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Night Rhythms | Jackson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Other Woman | Mike Florian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Driving Force | Steve | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | In Gold We Trust | Jeff Slater | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | One Man Force | Pete | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | L.A. Takedown | Jimmy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Whiteforce | Johnny Quinn | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Silent Assassins | Sam Kettle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Under the Gun | Mike Braxton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Jane and the Lost City | Jungle Jack Buck | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Spirit | Spirit / Denny Colt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | My Chauffeur | Battle | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Jungle Heat | Gordon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | No Man's Land | Eli Howe | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Flash Gordon | Flash Gordon | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | 10 | David Hanley | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Incredible Journey of Doctor Meg Laurel | Roy | Average | Similar → |
Sam J. Jones - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Sam J. Jones?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sam J. Jones is "Whiteforce" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Sam J. Jones acted in?
Sam J. Jones has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Sam J. Jones?
Other notable films include "Roswell Delirium", "Under the Gun", and "In Search of Tomorrow".