James D. Rolfe
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- July 10, 1980 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
- Active Years
- 2001–2025 (25 Years)
- Total Credits
- 24 credits in database
Biography
James D. Rolfe is an American filmmaker, actor, YouTuber, and online personality born on July 10, 1980, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is widely recognized for creating and starring in the comedic web series Angry Video Game Nerd, which began in 2004. This production is a joint effort between his own company, Cinemassacre Productions, and partners including GameTrailers and ScrewAttack. Beyond his primary series, Rolfe has worked as a director, producer, writer, and reviewer. His professional credits also include the web television project Board James, created in collaboration with Mike Matei. Throughout his career, Rolfe has been identified as a video game collector and comedian, maintaining a significant presence as a digital content creator.
Career overview
James D. Rolfe is an American filmmaker, actor, YouTuber, online personality, video game and film reviewer, director, producer, writer, and comedian born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on July 10, 1980. He is best known for creating, starring in, and reviewing for the comedic retro gaming web series and webshow Angry Video Game Nerd, which began in 2004 and eventually became part of his YouTube channel. The webshow is a joint production between Rolfe's Cinemassacre Productions, GameTrailers, and ScrewAttack.
In addition to his signature series, Rolfe has been involved in other projects. His work includes Board James, a web television show in which he and collaborator Mike Matei review classic board games. Across his career, Rolfe has accumulated numerous known credits in acting and other media roles as part of his online presence and filmmaking endeavors.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
24 titles- Smiling Friends (2020) as Screamer
- The Angry Video Game Nerd (2004) as The Nerd
- Cinemassacre's Monster Madness (2007) as Himself
- George A. Romero's Resident Evil (2025) as Self
- In Search of Darkness: Part II (2020) as Self
- In Search of Darkness: Part III (2022) as Self
- Board James (2009) as Board James
- In Search of Darkness (2019) as Self
- Cinemassacre Rental Reviews (2018) as Himself
- Angry Video Game Nerd: The Movie (2014) as The Nerd
- Return to... Return to Nuke 'Em High aka Vol. 2 (2017) as The Angry Video Game Nerd
- TerrorBytes: The Evolution of Horror Gaming (2025) as Self
- You Know What's Bullshit? (2007) as The Bullshit Man
- Plan 9 (2015) as Policeman
- FPS: First Person Shooter (2023) as Self
- Shooting Clerks (2016) as Leonard James Nash
- James & Mike Mondays (2012) as Himself
- VHS Massacre Too (2020) as Self
- The Deader the Better (2005) as Suit Zombie (uncredited)
- Neighbor Nerds (2023) as Self
- Cinemaphobia (2001) as The Film Actor
- Rarity: Retro Video Game Collecting in the Modern Era (2021) as Self
- Bits as Angry Video Game Nerd
- Return Of The Ghostbusters (2007) as The Angry Video Game Nerd
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is James D. Rolfe best known for?
James D. Rolfe is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Prince of Bel Air (1986), The Angry Video Game Nerd (2004), Cinemassacre's Monster Madness (2007), Return to... Return to Nuke 'Em High aka Vol. 2 (2017).
When and where was James D. Rolfe born?
James D. Rolfe was born on July 10, 1980 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
How many credits does James D. Rolfe have?
James D. Rolfe has accumulated over 24 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2001 to 2025.
What is James D. Rolfe's background in cinema and television?
James D. Rolfe is an American filmmaker, actor, YouTuber, and online personality born on July 10, 1980, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is widely recognized for creating and starring in the comedic web series Angry Video Game Nerd, which began in 2004. This production is a joint effort between his own company, Cinema...
James D. Rolfe by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Cinemassacre's Monster Madness (2007) as Himself — aged about 26
- Smiling Friends (2020) as Screamer — aged about 39
- The Angry Video Game Nerd (2004) as The Nerd — aged about 23
- Return to... Return to Nuke 'Em High aka Vol. 2 (2017) as The Angry Video Game Nerd — aged about 36
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