John James

John James

Deceased · Born: Aug 7, 1913 · Died: May 20, 1960

Personal Details

BornAug 7, 1913 Wichita Falls, Texas, USA

Biography

John James, a renowned actor, made his mark on the film industry with his captivating performances in a range of notable movies. Born on August 7, 1913, in Wichita Falls, Texas, USA, he began his journey in the world of entertainment, which would eventually span several decades.

John's early career was marked by his appearances in films such as "Flying Tigers" (1942),"Murder by Invitation" (1941),and "Spy Smasher" (1942). These roles showcased his versatility as an actor, allowing him to take on a variety of characters and demonstrate his impressive range.

Beyond his work in film, John's personal life was marked by his marriage to Jacqueline James. Together, they shared a deep and lasting bond, which undoubtedly played a significant role in his life and career.

Tragically, John's life was cut short when he passed away on May 20, 1960, in New York City, New York, USA. Despite his untimely death, his legacy lives on through his remarkable body of work, which continues to entertain and inspire audiences to this day.

John James' remarkable life and career serve as a testament to his dedication to his craft and his enduring impact on the world of entertainment.

Career

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1953
Topeka
Topeka as Marv Ronsom
{"id":186746,"title":"Vigilante Terror","year":"1953","character":"Jed","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/vigilante-terror","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_186746.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_186746.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":35418,"title":"Ma and Pa Kettle Go to Town","year":"1950","character":"Roberts (Masterson's Chauffeur) (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/ma-and-pa-kettle-go-to-town","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_35418.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_35418.jpg"},"released":1}
1950
Ma and Pa Kettle Go to Town
Ma and Pa Kettle Go to Town as Roberts (Masterson's Chauffeur) (uncredited)
{"id":69196,"title":"Gun Law Justice","year":"1949","character":"Tom Cardigan","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/gun-law-justice","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_69196.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_69196.jpg"},"released":1}
1949
Gun Law Justice
Gun Law Justice as Tom Cardigan
{"id":201264,"title":"Son of Billy the Kid","year":"1949","character":"Colt Thorn","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/son-of-billy-the-kid","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_201264.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_201264.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":174774,"title":"The Valiant Hombre","year":"1948","character":"Paul Mason","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/the-valiant-hombre","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_174774.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_174774.jpg"},"released":1}
1948
{"id":174833,"title":"The Countess of Monte Cristo","year":"1948","character":"Freddie","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/the-countess-of-monte-cristo","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_174833.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_174833.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":96615,"title":"Tap Roots","year":"1948","character":"(uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/tap-roots","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_96615.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_96615.jpg"},"released":1}
Tap Roots
Tap Roots as (uncredited)
{"id":187133,"title":"The Wild Frontier","year":"1947","character":"Jimmy Lane","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/the-wild-frontier","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_187133.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_187133.jpg"},"released":1}
1947
The Wild Frontier
The Wild Frontier as Jimmy Lane
{"id":201303,"title":"Song of the Wasteland","year":"1947","character":"Lance Bennett","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/song-of-the-wasteland","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_201303.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_201303.jpg"},"released":1}
Song of the Wasteland
Song of the Wasteland as Lance Bennett
{"id":174868,"title":"Ridin' Down the Trail","year":"1947","character":"Dakota - Henchman","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/ridin-down-the-trail-1947","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_174868.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_174868.jpg"},"released":1}
Ridin' Down the Trail
Ridin' Down the Trail as Dakota - Henchman
{"id":70150,"title":"Homesteaders of Paradise Valley","year":"1947","character":"Steve Hill","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/homesteaders-of-paradise-valley","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70150.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70150.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":69650,"title":"Shoot to Kill","year":"1947","character":"Newscaster (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/shoot-to-kill-1947","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_69650.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_69650.jpg"},"released":1}
Shoot to Kill
Shoot to Kill as Newscaster (uncredited)
{"id":95055,"title":"Devil Bat's Daughter","year":"1946","character":"Ted Masters","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/devil-bats-daughter-1946","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_95055.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_95055.jpg"},"released":1}
1946
{"id":175030,"title":"Partners in Time","year":"1946","character":"Tim Matthews","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/partners-in-time","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_175030.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_175030.jpg"},"released":1}
Partners in Time
Partners in Time as Tim Matthews
{"id":175107,"title":"Great Stagecoach Robbery","year":"1945","character":"Billy Hollister","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/great-stagecoach-robbery","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_175107.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_175107.jpg"},"released":1}
1945
Great Stagecoach Robbery
Great Stagecoach Robbery as Billy Hollister
{"id":122399,"title":"Renegades of the Rio Grande","year":"1945","character":"Johnny Emerson","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/renegades-of-the-rio-grande","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_122399.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_122399.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":201379,"title":"Lonesome Trail","year":"1945","character":"Dusty James","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/lonesome-trail","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_201379.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_201379.jpg"},"released":1}
Lonesome Trail
Lonesome Trail as Dusty James
{"id":70305,"title":"Bedside Manner","year":"1945","character":"Pfc. Dick Smith","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/bedside-manner","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70305.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70305.jpg"},"released":1}
Bedside Manner
Bedside Manner as Pfc. Dick Smith
{"id":70246,"title":"Over 21","year":"1945","character":"Paulsen - Officer Candidate (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/over-21","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70246.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70246.jpg"},"released":1}
Over 21
Over 21 as Paulsen - Officer Candidate (uncredited)
{"id":30508,"title":"Anchors Aweigh","year":"1945","character":"Sailor (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/anchors-aweigh","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7fq1fqudvv70.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7fq1fqudvv70.jpg"},"released":1}
Anchors Aweigh
Anchors Aweigh as Sailor (uncredited)
{"id":70649,"title":"Hidden Valley Outlaws","year":"1944","character":"Danny Clark","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/hidden-valley-outlaws","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70649.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70649.jpg"},"released":1}
1944
{"id":70713,"title":"The Laramie Trail","year":"1944","character":"Jimmy Terril","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/the-laramie-trail","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70713.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70713.jpg"},"released":1}
The Laramie Trail
The Laramie Trail as Jimmy Terril
{"id":187251,"title":"Bordertown Trail","year":"1944","character":"Tom","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/bordertown-trail","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_187251.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_187251.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":70588,"title":"I'll Be Seeing You","year":"1944","character":"Paratrooper on Train (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/ill-be-seeing-you","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70588.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70588.jpg"},"released":1}
I'll Be Seeing You
I'll Be Seeing You as Paratrooper on Train (uncredited)
{"id":70174,"title":"The Fighting Seabees","year":"1944","character":"Meteorological Officer (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/the-fighting-seabees","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70174.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70174.jpg"},"released":1}
The Fighting Seabees
The Fighting Seabees as Meteorological Officer (uncredited)
{"id":32159,"title":"Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo","year":"1944","character":"Lt. Smith's Crewman (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/thirty-seconds-over-tokyo","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_32159.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_32159.jpg"},"released":1}
Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo
Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo as Lt. Smith's Crewman (uncredited)
{"id":201420,"title":"The Man from Thunder River","year":"1943","character":"Jack Ferguson","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/the-man-from-thunder-river","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_201420.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_201420.jpg"},"released":1}
1943
{"id":187303,"title":"Santa Fe Scouts","year":"1943","character":"Tim Clay","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/santa-fe-scouts","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_187303.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_187303.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":187277,"title":"Thundering Trails","year":"1943","character":"Johnny Brooke","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/thundering-trails","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_187277.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_187277.jpg"},"released":1}
Thundering Trails
Thundering Trails as Johnny Brooke
{"id":70987,"title":"Corvette K-225","year":"1943","character":"Signalman","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/corvette-k-225","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70987.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70987.jpg"},"released":1}
Corvette K-225
Corvette K-225 as Signalman
{"id":70857,"title":"Bombardier","year":"1943","character":"Buck's B-17 Co-Pilot","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/bombardier","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70857.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70857.jpg"},"released":1}
Bombardier
Bombardier as Buck's B-17 Co-Pilot
{"id":70820,"title":"Stage Door Canteen","year":"1943","character":"Don Brandt (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/stage-door-canteen","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70820.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70820.jpg"},"released":1}
Stage Door Canteen
Stage Door Canteen as Don Brandt (uncredited)
{"id":175493,"title":"The Sombrero Kid","year":"1942","character":"Tommy Holden","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/the-sombrero-kid","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_175493.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_175493.jpg"},"released":1}
1942
The Sombrero Kid
The Sombrero Kid as Tommy Holden
{"id":201455,"title":"The Cyclone Kid","year":"1942","character":"Bill Dawson","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/the-cyclone-kid","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_201455.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_201455.jpg"},"released":1}
The Cyclone Kid
The Cyclone Kid as Bill Dawson
{"id":187355,"title":"Westward Ho!","year":"1942","character":"Jimmy Henderson","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/westward-ho-1942","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_187355.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_187355.jpg"},"released":1}
Westward Ho!
Westward Ho! as Jimmy Henderson
{"id":187350,"title":"My Favorite Spy","year":"1942","character":"Recruit","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/my-favorite-spy-1942","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_187350.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_187350.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":71358,"title":"Spy Smasher","year":"1942","character":"Steve","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/spy-smasher","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_71358.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_71358.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":3481,"title":"Flying Tigers","year":"1942","character":"Selby","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/flying-tigers","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_3481.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_3481.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":71715,"title":"Murder by Invitation","year":"1941","character":"Tom Denham","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/murder-by-invitation","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_71715.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_71715.jpg"},"released":1}
1941
{"id":201471,"title":"King of the Texas Rangers","year":"1941","character":"Truck Driver Dave","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/king-of-the-texas-rangers","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_201471.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_201471.jpg"},"released":1}
King of the Texas Rangers
King of the Texas Rangers as Truck Driver Dave
{"id":71714,"title":"Dick Tracy vs. Crime, Inc.","year":"1941","character":"Davis, Patrol Guard","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/dick-tracy-vs-crime-inc","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_71714.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_71714.jpg"},"released":1}
Dick Tracy vs. Crime, Inc.
Dick Tracy vs. Crime, Inc. as Davis, Patrol Guard
{"id":72058,"title":"Son of the Navy","year":"1940","character":"Ensign","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/son-of-the-navy","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_72058.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_72058.jpg"},"released":1}
1940