Walter James
ActingAbout Walter James
Walter James was an American stage and screen actor.
Walter James Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Walter James reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 42 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Walter James's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 60% of Walter James'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 Seventh Bandit, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Walter James Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Walter James's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Walter James has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | Good Luck, Mr. Yates | Leading Citizen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Panther's Claw | Police Captain Tom Henry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Citizen Kane | Ward Heeler (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Kid's Last Ride | Bartender | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Legion of the Lawless | Vigilante at Meeting (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Invisible Stripes | Worker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Eternally Yours | Police Official | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Professor Beware | Man with New Hat | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Mountain Justice | Juror | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | California Mail | Man Who Bets $1000 (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | White Fang | Posse Member | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Custer's Last Stand | Judge Hooker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Modern Times | Assembly Line Foreman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Custer's Last Stand | Judge Hooker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Arizona Bad Man | Jack - Bartender | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Ann Vickers | Guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Police Court | Cappy Hearn | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Street Scene | Police Marshal James Henry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Public Defender | Police Captain Anderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Shadow of the Law | Captain of the Guards | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Hell's Heroes | Sheriff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Me, Gangster | Police Capt. Dodd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Wright Idea | Captain Sandy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Big Killing | Sheriff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Irresistible Lover | Mr. Kennedy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Patent Leather Kid | Officer Riley | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Blood Ship | Capt. Angus Swope | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Rich Men's Sons | Clerk (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Kid Brother | Jim Hickory | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Battling Butler | The Mountain Girl's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Glenister of the Mounted | Thorald | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Seventh Bandit | Ben Goring | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Charley My Boy! | President T.J. | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Charley My Boy! | Old Charley aka Charleyhorse | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Everlasting Whisper | Aswin Brody | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Little Annie Rooney | Officer Timothy Rooney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Monster | Caliban | Average | Similar → |
| 1924 | Two Shall Be Born | Hund | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Secrets of Paris | The Strangler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Fair Lady | Gian Norcone | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Dead Men Tell No Tales | José | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Idol Dancer | Chief Wando | Average | Similar → |
Walter James - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Walter James?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Walter James is "The Seventh Bandit" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Walter James acted in?
Walter James has been featured in at least 42 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Walter James?
Other notable films include "The Wright Idea", "The Everlasting Whisper", and "Secrets of Paris".