
James McCaffrey
ActingAbout James McCaffrey
James McCaffrey was an American actor known for his voice role as Max Payne in the Max Payne video game series, Jimmy Keefe on Rescue Me, Michael Payton / Joe Astor on Viper and Captain Arthur O'Breun in New York Undercover. A character actor with a nearly 40 year career appearing in over 100 projects including television, film and videogames.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of James McCaffrey reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of James McCaffrey's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James McCaffrey remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Like Sunday, Like Rain, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best James McCaffrey Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James McCaffrey's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of James McCaffrey.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Murder at the Mansion | Jimmy | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Mob Town | Chief Lane | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | A Good Woman Is Hard to Find | Conor | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Big Take | Douglas Brown | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Romance at Reindeer Lodge | William | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Destined | Bill Holder | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Blind | Howard Cunningham | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Oiled Up | JC | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | One Fall | Werber Bond | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | I Dream Too Much | Nikki | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Bait | Male Stranger | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Sam | Seymour | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Gun Hill | Alex Web | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Betrayed | Sully | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | A Cry from Within | Father Thomas | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Like Sunday, Like Rain | Dale | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Suspect | Polaski Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Stain Removal | Jules | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Excuse Me for Living | Barry | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Compliance | Detective Neals | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | To Redemption | Nick Reed | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Orphan Killer | Detective Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Montauk | Roger | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Busted Walk | Mr. Turner | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Meskada | Billy Burns | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Camp Hell | Dr. John | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | NoNAMES | Mr. Williams | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Pregnancy Pact | Michael Dougan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Sordid Things | Jagger Manchester | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Last Call | Steven | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Max Payne | Jack Taliente (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Broken English | Perry | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Feel The Noise | Jeffrey Skylar | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Hide and Seek | Charlie | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Fresh Cut Grass | Sam | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | She Hate Me | Bob | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | American Splendor | Fred | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Distress | Jack Douglas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Switched at Birth | Darryl | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Coming Soon | Dante | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Florentine | Jack Ryan | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Tic Code | Michael | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Nick and Jane | Nick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Truth About Cats & Dogs | Roy | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Burnzy's Last Call | Sal | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Schemes | Paul Stewart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Telling Secrets | James Merrick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Eyes of St. Anthony | Tony O’Neil | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Bail Jumper | National Guard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | New York's Finest | Maitre d' | Flop | Similar → |
James McCaffrey - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James McCaffrey?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James McCaffrey is "Like Sunday, Like Rain" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has James McCaffrey acted in?
James McCaffrey has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James McCaffrey?
Other notable films include "Gun Hill", "American Splendor", and "Sordid Things".




