James Gray: Movies, Awards & Box Office
- films
- 14
- as director
- 9
- on screen
- 1987–2024
- box office
- $233M
- nominations
- 2
- average score
- 71
- Born
- January 1, 1969 (age 57)
- Birthplace
- New York City, New York, United States
- Citizenship
- American
- Occupations
- Film director, Screenwriter, Producer
- Years active
- 1994-present
The Best James Gray Movies
The films of James Gray that made the most at the worldwide box office, biggest first: Ad Astra (2019) leads with $127M. The full ranking adds the most awarded films and the newest releases.
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Worldwide box office: $127M Ad Astra 2019 · Adventure -
Worldwide box office: $55M We Own the Night 2007 · Drama -
Worldwide box office: $19.3M The Lost City of Z 2017 · Action -
Worldwide box office: $16.3M Two Lovers 2009 · Drama -
Worldwide box office: $6.54M Armageddon Time 2022 · Drama -
Worldwide box office: $5.95M The Immigrant 2014 · Drama
James Gray's Career in Numbers
James Gray's films in numbers — as a director, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres James Gray works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Ninja’s Extreme Weapons (1987) to Armageddon Time (2022), and the 2000s were the busiest decade.
James Gray Movies by Decade
- 1980s 1
- 1990s 2
- 2000s 3
- 2010s 3
- 2020s 1
The 2000s were James Gray's busiest decade, with 3 films.
James Gray Movies by Genre
- Drama 6
- Action 2
- Adventure 1
- Thriller 1
Drama is the genre James Gray has worked in most, with 6 films, ahead of action (2).
James Gray Career Milestones
- First film
- Ninja’s Extreme Weapons 1987
- Biggest box office hit
- Ad Astra $127M worldwide
- Best-rated film
- Ad Astra Movie Echo Score 71
- Newest film
- Armageddon Time 2022
James Gray Filmography: Every Movie
Every film James Gray is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. 9 as director and 1 as actor. Rated films average a score of 71. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
Movies Directed by James Gray
9- 2022
Armageddon Time Drama Worldwide box office: $6.54M Movie Echo Score: 70 - 2019
Ad Astra Adventure Worldwide box office: $127M Movie Echo Score: 71 - 2017
The Lost City of Z Action Worldwide box office: $19.3M - 2014
The Immigrant Drama Worldwide box office: $5.95M - 2009
Two Lovers Drama Worldwide box office: $16.3M - 2007
We Own the Night Drama Worldwide box office: $55M - 2000
The Yards Drama Worldwide box office: $924K - 1995
Little Odessa Drama Worldwide box office: $1.1M - 1991
Cowboys and Angels Thriller
James Gray Movies as an Actor
1James Gray: Awards & Nominations
2 nominations across 1 award body, from 1996 to 2010. Every ceremony is listed newest first, with the category and the film.
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25th Independent Spirit Awards- James Gray: Nominated Best Director Two Lovers
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11th Independent Spirit Awards- James Gray: Nominated Best First Screenplay Little Odessa
Who Is James Gray?
James Gray was born in New York City, New York, United States in 1969 and is 57 years old. Credited on films since 1987, as a director. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
James Gray is a dynamic individual known for his extensive contributions in various fields. Born in 1969, Gray is recognized primarily as an American filmmaker. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated an exceptional ability to captivate and engage audiences worldwide with his innovative storytelling and directorial skills. Among his various roles in the film industry, directing stands out as his primary profession. His craftsmanship and comprehension of the cinematic universe have paved the way for him to make an indelible impact on the film industry. Additionally, Gray is identified as an American who pledges his allegiance to his land. Although he is known by various names such as James, Jim, or Jimmy, his name given at birth is James Gray. Gray's active years in his career span from his early adulthood until the present, leaving an impressive timeline of creativity, innovation, and masterpiece creation. Furthermore, Gray's personal life is also quite interesting. He keeps his family's life private and personal. However, it is known that he is married, although the identity of his significant other is not publicly disclosed. Despite his zealous devotion to his career, Gray ensures to spend quality and cherished moments with his family. This comprehensive overview serves as a testament to James Gray's illustrious profession and his personal life, thereby offering an inclusive and detailed insight into his life's journey.
James Gray: Questions & Answers
How many movies James Gray has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has James Gray been in?
James Gray is credited on 14 films, from 1987 to 2024. 1 of them as an actor and 9 as a director. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is James Gray's highest-grossing movie?
Ad Astra (2019) is James Gray's biggest box office hit, with $127M worldwide, ahead of We Own the Night (2007) ($55M). Across every film with box office figures, James Gray's movies have made $233M.
James Gray's biggest hits What is the best James Gray movie?
By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, James Gray's best-rated film is Ad Astra (2019) with a score of 71, followed by Armageddon Time (2022) (70).
Best James Gray movies, ranked Has James Gray won an Oscar?
James Gray has not been nominated for an Oscar. Across every ceremony in the awards database, James Gray has 0 wins from 2 nominations.
How old is James Gray?
James Gray is 57 years old, born on January 1, 1969 in New York City, New York, United States.
What is James Gray's newest movie?
The most recent film on James Gray's filmography is Joaquin Phoenix: An Actor of Extremes (2024), in the role of Self - Filmmaker (archive footage).
Who does James Gray work with most often?
James Gray shares the most films with Joaquin Phoenix (5 films) and Mark Wahlberg (2 films).
The Best James Gray Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 14 directing credits.
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