James Nolan
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James Nolan was born on November 29, 1915 in San Francisco, California, USA as James F. Nolan. He was an actor.
James Nolan Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of James Nolan reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 48 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of James Nolan's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 54% of James Nolan'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 Flame of Youth, which stands out as a key performance.
Best James Nolan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James Nolan's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie James Nolan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Charlie Noir | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Jinxed! | Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | All Night Long | Grandfather Gibbons | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Darker Side of Terror | Dr. Tapler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Shootist | Gambler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | In Tandem | Wilson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Charley Varrick | Clerk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Dirty Harry | Liquor Proprietor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Support Your Local Gunfighter | Train Conductor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Airport | Steven Lonigan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | An American Dream | Monsignor Jim | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Fabulous Irishman | The Polin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Whistle at Eaton Falls | George Peck | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Riding High | Deputy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Adam's Rib | Dave (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Strange Bargain | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | They Live by Night | Schreiber | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Alias the Champ | Al Merlo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Flame of Youth | Policeman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Thieves' Highway | Smaller Cop at Roadside Bar (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Bandit King of Texas | Dan McCabe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Too Late for Tears | Detective Parker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Illegal Entry | Agent Benson | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Window | Stranger on Street (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Death Valley Gunfighter | Shad | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Daughter of the Jungle | Camser | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | He Walked by Night | Harry (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Wake of the Red Witch | First Diver | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Rogues' Regiment | American Colonel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Son of God’s Country | Bill Sanger | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Race Street | Herbie | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Night Time in Nevada | Jim Andrews | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Guns of Hate | Sheriff Bradley | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Arizona Ranger | Nimino Welch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Berlin Express | ROT Captain | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Miracle of the Bells | Tod Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Dick Tracy Meets Gruesome | Dan Sterne | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Abie's Irish Rose | Policeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Alias Mr. Twilight | Customs Guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Lady in the Lake | Party Guest (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Brute Man | Police Dispatcher (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Girls on Probation | Dave Warren | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Garden of the Moon | Sound Man with Microphone (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Boy Meets Girl | Young Man Brought in for Susie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Racket Busters | Jim Smith (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Cowboy from Brooklyn | Alvey's Secretary at Rodeo | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Torchy Blane in Panama | Ship's Officer Nelson | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Little Maestro | Singer | Average | Similar → |
James Nolan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James Nolan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Nolan is "Flame of Youth" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has James Nolan acted in?
James Nolan has been featured in at least 48 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James Nolan?
Other notable films include "Charlie Noir", "Son of God’s Country", and "Death Valley Gunfighter".