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James N. Harrell

Sep 03, 1918 - Feb 01, 2000 (81 years old) in Waco, Texas, USA

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

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JFK
Sam Holland
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The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2
Cut-Rite Manager
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The Sugarland Express
Mark Fenno
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Michael
Old Geezer #1
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The Hot Spot
Elderly Man (as James Harrell)
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Urban Cowboy
Minister at Gravesite
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Flesh and Bone
Woody
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A Family Thing
Earl Pilcher Sr.
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Paper Moon
The Minister
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Lost Angels
Shelby

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