James Murray: Movies & Box Office
- films
- 50
- on screen
- 1928–2024
- box office
- $631M
- average score
- 63
- Born
- July 6, 1975 (age 51)
- Birthplace
- Manchester, England
- Citizenship
- British
- Occupations
- Actor, Television presenter
- Years active
- 1998-present
The Best James Murray Movies
The highest-rated films James Murray is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. Lee (2024) scores highest, at 72. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.
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Movie Echo Score: Score 72 Lee 2024 · Colonel Spencer -
Movie Echo Score: Score 71 Christmas Time 2017 · Dr. Murphy -
Movie Echo Score: Score 64 Impractical Jokers: The Movie 2020 · James Murray -
Movie Echo Score: Score 62 Kung Fu Panda 4 2024 · Boastful Komodo, Frightened Ram, Goose Jail Guard, Bunny Bartender -
Movie Echo Score: Score 50 6 Underground 2019 · Caleb -
Movie Echo Score: Score 47 The Last Sharknado: It’s About Time 2018 · Eastwood
James Murray's Career in Numbers
James Murray's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres James Murray works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from The Crowd (1928) to Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024), and the 1990s were the busiest decade.
James Murray Movies by Decade
- 1920s 2
- 1930s 9
- 1980s 2
- 1990s 17
- 2000s 4
- 2010s 6
- 2020s 4
The 1990s were James Murray's busiest decade, with 17 films.
James Murray Movies by Genre
- Drama 9
- Comedy 8
- Music 6
- Family 4
- Action 3
- Fantasy 3
- Sci-Fi 2
- Romance 2
- Biography 1
- Animation 1
Drama is the genre James Murray has worked in most, with 9 films, ahead of comedy (8).
James Murray Career Milestones
- First film
- The Crowd 1928
- Biggest box office hit
- Kung Fu Panda 4 $548M worldwide
- Best-rated film
- Lee Movie Echo Score 72
- Newest film
- Kung Fu Panda 4 2024
James Murray Filmography: Every Movie
Every film James Murray is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 63. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
James Murray Movies as an Actor
44- 2024
Lee as Colonel Spencer · Biography Worldwide box office: $24.7M Movie Echo Score: 72 - 2024
Kung Fu Panda 4 as Boastful Komodo, Frightened Ram, Goose Jail Guard, Bunny Bartender · Animation Worldwide box office: $548M Movie Echo Score: 62 - 2022
The Clerks 3 Documentary Documentary - 2020
Impractical Jokers: The Movie as James Murray · Comedy Worldwide box office: $10.7M Movie Echo Score: 64 - 2019
6 Underground as Caleb · Action Movie Echo Score: 50 - 2018
The Last Sharknado: It’s About Time as Eastwood · Tv movie Movie Echo Score: 47 - 2018
The Muppets Take The O2 as Additional Muppet Performer (voice) · Family - 2017
Christmas Time as Dr. Murphy · Comedy Movie Echo Score: 71 - 2015
Cucumber as Daniel Coltrane · Drama - 2013
Lady Gaga & the Muppets Holiday Spectacular as Additional Muppet Performer (voice) · Comedy - 2009
It’s Alive as Frank Davis · Sci-Fi - 2005
Under The Greenwood Tree as Dick Dewy · Romance - 2003
Sons & Lovers as William Morel · Drama - 2000
Kevin & Perry Go Large as Candice's Adonis · Music Worldwide box office: $15.9K - 1999
All the King’s Men as Pvt. Will Needham · War - 1998
The Brave Little Toaster Goes to Mars as Satellite 2 / Iron (voice) · Family - 1998
Damned! as Judas · Comedy - 1998
The Mr. Potato Head Show as Dr. Fruitcake - 1995
Theodore Rex as Tina the Waitress (puppeteer) · Comedy - 1995
The Adventures of Timmy the Tooth: Operation Secret Birthday Surprise as The Cavity Goon (voice) · Fantasy - 1995
The Adventures of Timmy the Tooth: Spooky Tooth as Puppeteer · Comedy - 1995
The Adventures of Timmy the Tooth: Timmy in Space as Cavity Goon (voice) · Music - 1995
Don’t Die Without Telling Me Where You’re Going as William K.L. Dickson · Fantasy - 1995
The Adventures of Timmy the Tooth: Rainy Day Adventure as Cavity Goon (voice) · Comedy - 1995
The Adventures of Timmy the Tooth: Lost My Brush as Cavity Goon (voice) · Adventure - 1995
The Adventures of Timmy the Tooth: Molar Island as Darol (voice) · Music - 1995
The Adventures of Timmy the Tooth: Big Mouth Gulch as Cavity Goon (voice) · Family - 1995
The Adventures of Timmy the Tooth: Malibu Timmy as Cavity Goon / Bob (voice) · Family - 1994
Muppet Classic Theater as Additional Muppet Performer · Music - 1993
Commander Toad in Space as Commander Toad (voice) · Sci-Fi - 1993
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III Action Worldwide box office: $42.3M - 1988
Someone Is Watching You as Dr. Brian · Fantasy - 1985
Creator as Martin Goodwin (uncredited) · Comedy Worldwide box office: $5.35M - 1936
San Francisco as Earthquake Survivor (uncredited) · Drama - 1936
Rose Marie as Bit Part (uncredited) · Music - 1933
Baby Face as Brakeman (uncredited) · Drama - 1933
Heroes for Sale as Blind Soldier · Drama - 1933
Central Airport as Eddie Hughes · Drama - 1933
High Gear as Mark 'High Gear' Sherrod · Action - 1933
Air Hostess as Ted Hunter · Drama - 1932
Frisco Jenny as Dan McAllister · Drama - 1930
Bright Lights as Connie Lamont · Music - 1929
The Shakedown as Dave Roberts · Drama - 1928
The Crowd as John 'Johnny' Sims · Romance
James Murray in Documentaries & Specials
6- 2020
Impractical Jokers: Hollywood as Self - 2019
Ice on Fire as Self · Documentary Movie Echo Score: 76 - 2018
Impractical Jokers: The Staten Island Holiday Spectacular as Self · Comedy - 2016
Impractical Jokers: Live Nitro Circus Spectacular as Self · Comedy - 2016
Impractical Jokers: British Invasion as Self - 2015
Impractical Jokers: Live Punishment Special as Self
Who Is James Murray?
James Murray was born in Manchester, England in 1975 and is 51 years old. Credited on films since 1928, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
James Murray is a British actor whose career has spanned more than two decades, marked by a blend of gritty television drama and understated comedic timing. Born in Manchester in 1975, Murray honed his craft at the BBC Drama School before breaking into the industry with guest spots on popular UK series such as Peak Practice and Cold Feet. His breakthrough came when he was cast as PC Dave Wilson in the long‑running police drama The Bill, where his nuanced performance earned both audience admiration and critical notice. Following his tenure on The Bill, Murray transitioned seamlessly into comedy, delivering a memorable turn as Jimmy in the award‑winning sitcom Him & Her, a role that showcased his ability to convey humor through subtle facial expressions and natural dialogue delivery. In addition to his television work, Murray has appeared in a variety of independent films, including The Bunker and Love & Friendship, where his supporting roles added depth to ensemble casts. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a commitment to versatility, taking on period pieces, contemporary dramas, and occasional stage productions, displaying a adaptability that has kept him relevant in an ever‑changing industry. Outside of acting, Murray is known for his advocacy of mental health awareness, frequently speaking at charity events and lending his voice to campaigns aimed at destigmatizing mental illness. His dedication to both his craft and his community continues to make him a respected figure within the British entertainment landscape.
Who James Murray Makes Movies With
The actors and directors James Murray shares the most films with. William A. Wellman comes first, with 3 films together, followed by Dave Goelz (3).
James Murray: Questions & Answers
How many movies James Murray has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has James Murray been in?
James Murray is credited on 50 films, from 1928 to 2024. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is James Murray's highest-grossing movie?
Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024) is James Murray's biggest box office hit, with $548M worldwide, ahead of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III (1993) ($42.3M). Across every film with box office figures, James Murray's movies have made $631M.
James Murray's biggest hits What is the best James Murray movie?
By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, James Murray's best-rated film is Ice on Fire (2019) with a score of 76, followed by Lee (2024) (72).
Best James Murray movies, ranked How old is James Murray?
James Murray is 51 years old, born on July 6, 1975 in Manchester, England.
What is James Murray's newest movie?
The most recent film on James Murray's filmography is Lee (2024), in the role of Colonel Spencer.
Who does James Murray work with most often?
James Murray shares the most films with William A. Wellman (3 films), Dave Goelz (3 films) and Kevin Smith (2 films).
The Best James Murray Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 50 credits.
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