James Wheaton
Biography
James Wheaton works in acting. Born January 11, 1924 in Meridian, Mississippi, USA. Archytele tracks 12 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
12 titles- Ironside (1967)
- Kojak (1973)
- Kojak (1973) as Mr. Scott
- Sanford and Son (1972)
- Good Times (1974)
- What's Happening!! (1976) as Mr. Simmons
- L.A. Heat (1999)
- THX 1138 (1971) as OMM (voice)
- Guncrazy (1992) as Parole Officer #2
- A Piece of the Action (1977) as Voisin Waiter
- Gasline (2001) as Mr. Miller
- The Black Beyond (1992) as War Trooper
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is James Wheaton best known for?
James Wheaton is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Ironside (1967), Kojak (1973), Kojak (1973), Sanford and Son (1972).
When and where was James Wheaton born?
James Wheaton was born on January 11, 1924 in Meridian, Mississippi, USA.
How many credits does James Wheaton have?
James Wheaton has accumulated over 12 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1967 to 2001.
What is James Wheaton's background in cinema and television?
James Wheaton first made a name for himself on the stage. First, as a member of the Bishop's Company, a repertory theatre group which toured the United States, and later with the Ebony Showcase which was based in Los Angeles. After NBC aired an adaptation of "Carnival Island," an Ebony Showcase production, on their af...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Good Times (1974) — aged about 50
- Sanford and Son (1972) — aged about 48
- What's Happening!! (1976) as Mr. Simmons — aged about 52
- Kojak (1973) — aged about 49
- Kojak (1973) as Mr. Scott — aged about 49
- L.A. Heat (1999) — aged about 75
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