James Barton
Biography
James Barton was an American vaudevillian and character actor. Born on November 1, 1890, he began performing in 1898. Barton worked with African American performers and became one of the first jazz dancers in America. He made his Broadway debut in The Passing Show of 1919, a role originally intended for Ed Wynn. Barton frequently stood out in productions, earning praise from a Daily News critic, who noted "Whenever " in a review.
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Full Filmography
31 titles- The Americans (1961)
- The Misfits (1961) as Fletcher's grandfather
- Adventures in Paradise (1959) as Rocky
- New York Confidential (1959)
- The Rifleman (1958)
- Naked City (1958) as Bo Giles
- Naked City (1958) as Matty
- Naked City (1958) as Tom Dobbins
- Quantez (1957) as Minstrel
- The Naked Hills (1956) as Jimmo McCann
- Kraft Television Theatre: Alice in Wonderland (1954) as The Mock Turtle
- Letter to Loretta (1953) as Ernie Clevenger
- The Foggy, Foggy Dew (1952) as The Stranger
- Golden Girl (1951) as John Crabtree
- Here Comes the Groom (1951) as William 'Pa' Jones
- The Scarf (1951) as Ezra Thompson
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as The Stranger
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Waters
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Uncle Ed
- Wabash Avenue (1950) as Harrigan
- The Daughter of Rosie O'Grady (1950) as Dennis O'Grady
- The Ed Sullivan Show (1948) as Self
- Studio One (1948) as Joe Tinker
- Yellow Sky (1948) as Grandpa
- The Time of Your Life (1948) as Kit Carson
- The Shepherd of the Hills (1941) as Old Matt Matthews
- Hideaway Girl (1936) as Motorcycle Policeman
- Back to Nature (1936) as Motorcycle Officer
- Captain Hurricane (1935) as Capt. Zenas Henry Brewster
- His Family Tree (1935) as Patrick Murphy
- Helldorado (1935) as Motorcycle Cop
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is James Barton best known for?
James Barton is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Misfits (1961), Adventures in Paradise (1959), Eight Days a Week (1997), The Rifleman (1958).
When and where was James Barton born?
James Barton was born on October 31, 1890 in Gloucester City, New Jersey, USA. They passed away on February 19, 1962.
How many credits does James Barton have?
James Barton has accumulated over 31 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1935 to 1961.
What is James Barton's background in cinema and television?
James Barton was an American vaudevillian and character actor. Born on November 1, 1890, he began performing in 1898. Barton worked with African American performers and became one of the first jazz dancers in America. He made his Broadway debut in The Passing Show of 1919, a role originally intended for Ed Wynn. Barton...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Rifleman (1958) — aged about 67
- The Misfits (1961) as Fletcher's grandfather — aged about 70
- The Ed Sullivan Show (1948) as Self — aged about 57
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as The Stranger — aged about 59
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Waters — aged about 59
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Uncle Ed — aged about 59
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