James N. Harrell

Biography

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.

Known For

JFK

as Sam Holland

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2

as Cut-Rite Manager

Paper Moon

as The Minister

Michael

as Old Geezer #1

The Sugarland Express

as Mark Fenno

The Hot Spot

as Elderly Man (as James Harrell)

Urban Cowboy

as Minister at Gravesite

Rolling Thunder

as Grandpa

Leap of Faith

as Ramsey

Race with the Devil

as Gun Shop Owner