Adam Beach
ActingAbout Adam Beach
Adam Ruebin Beach (born November 11, 1972) is a Canadian Saulteaux actor. He is best known for his roles as Tommy on Walker, Texas Ranger, Kickin' Wing in Joe Dirt, Marine Private First Class Ira Hayes in Flags of Our Fathers, Private Ben Yahzee in Windtalkers, Dr. Charles Eastman (Ohiyesa) in Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee, Chester Lake in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, and Officer Jim Chee in the film adaptions of Skinwalkers, Coyote Waits, and A Thief of Time.
Adam Beach Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Adam Beach 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 Adam Beach's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 42% of Adam Beach'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 Johnny Tootall, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Adam Beach Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Adam Beach's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Adam Beach has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Island Between Tides | Cam | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Birds Who Fear Death | Adam | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Exile | Ted Evans | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Swan Song | Dalton | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Unhealer | Sheriff Adler | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Power of the Dog | Edward Nappo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Percy | Alton Kelly | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Monkey Beach | Uncle Mick | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | The New Mutants | Dani's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Juanita | Jess | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Hostiles | Black Hawk | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Suicide Squad | Slipknot | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Diablo | Nakoma | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Joe Dirt 2: Beautiful Loser | Kicking Wing | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Into the Grizzly Maze | Johnny Cadillac | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | A Fighting Man | Fast Eddie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Ice Soldiers | TC Cardinal | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Crook | Bryce | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | A Warrior's Heart | Sgt. Major Duke Wayne | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Cowboys & Aliens | Nat Colorado | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Stepson | Josh Anderson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Stranger | Mason Reese | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Reel Injun | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Turok: Son of Stone | Turok (Voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee | Charles Eastman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Luna: Spirit of the Whale | Mike Maquinna | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Flags of Our Fathers | Ira Hayes | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Johnny Tootall | Johnny Tootall | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | A Thief Of Time | Jim Chee | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Coyote Waits | Jim Chee | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Cowboys & Indians | J.J. Harper | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Big Empty | Randy | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Skinwalkers | Jim Chee | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Now & Forever | John Myron | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Windtalkers | Private Ben Yahzee | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Posers | Sinclair | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Joe Dirt | Kicking Wing | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Last Stop | Jason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Little Boy Blues | Walter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Mystery, Alaska | Galin Winetka | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Smoke Signals | Victor Joseph | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Song of Hiawatha | Chibiabos | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | A Boy Called Hate | Billy Little Plume | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Coyote Summer | Rafe Acuna | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Prey | Noel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Dance Me Outside | Frank Fencepost | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Squanto: A Warrior's Tale | Squanto | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Spirit Rider | Paul LeBlanc | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Lost in the Barrens | Hunting Party Member | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Monsters of God | Sees Two Moons | Flop | Similar → |
Adam Beach - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Adam Beach?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Adam Beach is "Johnny Tootall" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Adam Beach acted in?
Adam Beach has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Adam Beach?
Other notable films include "Little Boy Blues", "Prey", and "The Birds Who Fear Death".