James N. Harrell

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
- Acting
- Born
- 1918-09-03 · Waco, Texas, USA
- Died
- 2000-02-01
Known for
- JFK (1991) — Sam Holland
- The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 (1986) — Cut-Rite Manager
- Paper Moon (1973) — The Minister
- Michael (1996) — Old Geezer #1
- Hope Floats (1998) — Harry Calvert
- Varsity Blues (1999) — Murray
- The Sugarland Express (1974) — Mark Fenno
- The Hot Spot (1990) — Elderly Man (as James Harrell)
- Urban Cowboy (1980) — Minister at Gravesite
- Rolling Thunder (1977) — Grandpa
- Leap of Faith (1992) — Ramsey
- Race with the Devil (1975) — Gun Shop Owner
- Flesh and Bone (1993) — Woody
- The Great Waldo Pepper (1975) — Farmer
- Nadine (1987) — Deacon
- A Family Thing (1996) — Earl Pilcher Sr.