James N. Harrell
James Nelson Harrell was an American actor with a career spanning several decades. He graduated from Baylor University and held a Master's Degree in Drama from Trinity University. Harrell studied acting at the original Baylor Theater with Paul Baker in the 1930s and, in 1940, was invited to join Michael Chekhov's Acting Studio in Ridgefield, Connecticut. He appeared in films such as Michael (1996) and The Green Mile (1999). Harrell's extensive work in theater and film left a lasting impact on the acting community.
Acted in
Michael
1996
as Old Geezer #1
A Family Thing
1996
as Earl Pilcher Sr.
The Good Old Boys
1995
as Pierson Phelps
Flesh and Bone
1993
as Woody
Leap of Faith
1992
as Ramsey
JFK
1991
as Sam Holland
Another Pair of Aces: Three of a Kind
1991
as Hoyle Barker
The Hot Spot
1990
as Elderly Man (as James Harrell)
Texasville
1990
as Odessa Oil Man
Pair of Aces
1990
as Charlie
Lost Angels
1989
as Shelby
Nadine
1987
as Deacon
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2
1986
as Cut-Rite Manager
The Lone Star Kid
1986
Noon Wine
1985
as Tom Allbright
Country
1984
as Bank Officer, Jim
The Dollmaker
1984
as Old John Miller
Raggedy Man
1981
as Ticket Taker
Murder in Texas
1981
as Minister
Resurrection
1980
as Doc Lurkin
Urban Cowboy
1980
as Minister at Gravesite
The Whole Shootin' Match
1979
as Rhonda Lynn's Father
Rolling Thunder
1977
as Grandpa
Outlaw Blues
1977
as Cop Chauffeur
Race with the Devil
1975
as Gun Shop Owner
The Great Waldo Pepper
1975
as Farmer
Don't Hang Up!
1974
as Dr. Crawther
The Sugarland Express
1974
as Mark Fenno
Houston, We've Got a Problem
1974
as Newsman
Paper Moon
1973
as The Minister
Encounter with the Unknown
1972
as Brother Taylor
A Bullet for Pretty Boy
1970
as Sam Floyd