James Brown
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James Brown (March 22, 1920 - April 11, 1992) was an American film and TV actor best known for his role as Lieutenant Ripley "Rip" Masters in The Adventures of Rin Tin Tin. In 1976, he hosted a revival of Rin Tin Tin reruns, which extended until the 1980s.
James Brown Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of James Brown reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of James Brown's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 60% of James Brown'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 The Challenge of Rin Tin Tin, which stands out as a key performance.
Best James Brown Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James Brown's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie James Brown has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | The Summer of Love | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Miracle on Ice | Reporter #1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Mean Johnny Barrows | Police Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Whiffs | State Trooper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Powderkeg | Sheriff Lynch | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Targets | Robert Thompson Sr. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Town Tamer | Davis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Black Spurs | Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Ceremony | Gendarme | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Irma la Douce | Texan Customer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | When the Clock Strikes | Sam Morgan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Wings of Chance | Steve Kirby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Police Dog Story | Norm Edwards | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Five Guns to Tombstone | Billy Wade | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Inside the Mafia | Capt. Doug Blair | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Challenge of Rin Tin Tin | Lt. Ripley 'Rip' Masters | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Star Is Born | Glenn Williams (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Crazylegs | Bill | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Thunder Over the Plains | Conrad | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Charge at Feather River | Pvt. Connors | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Woman They Almost Lynched | Frank James | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Man Behind The Gun | Lt. Catliff (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Springfield Rifle | Pvt. Ferguson (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Pride of St. Louis | Moose | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Wild Blue Yonder | Sgt. Pop Davis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Sea Hornet | Pete Hunter | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Father Takes the Air | Bob | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Missing Women | Sgt. Mike Pernell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Fireball | Allen | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Between Midnight and Dawn | Officer Haynes (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Chain Lightning | Maj. Hinkle | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Montana | Tex Coyne | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Sands of Iwo Jima | PFC Charlie Bass | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Yes Sir, That's My Baby | Tony Cresnovitch | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Brimstone | Bud Courteen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Younger Brothers | Bob Younger | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Gallant Legion | Tom Banner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Fabulous Texan | Shep Clayton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Big Fix | Ken Williams | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Our Hearts Were Growing Up | Avery Moore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Objective, Burma! | SSgt. Treacy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Our Hearts Were Young and Gay | Avery Moore | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Reward Unlimited | Paul | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Going My Way | Ted Haines Jr. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Corvette K-225 | Lt. Paul Cartwright | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Good Fellows | Tom Drayton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Air Force | Pilot Tex Rader | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Young and Willing | Tony Dennison | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Forest Rangers | George Tracy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Wake Island | Wounded Marine (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
James Brown - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James Brown?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Brown is "The Challenge of Rin Tin Tin" with a rating of 9.5/10.
How many movies has James Brown acted in?
James Brown has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James Brown?
Other notable films include "The Forest Rangers", "Powderkeg", and "Police Dog Story".