Personal Info
Birth date
-
Gender
Male
Known for
Acting
Place of birth
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Also known as
James H. Hawthorne
James Hawthorne
James Herbert
Hawthorn James
Hawthorne James
Biography
Hawthorne James is an American actor and director, best known for his role as Big Red Davis in the 1991 film The Five Heartbeats. He is also known for his role as Sam, the injured bus driver, in Speed (1994 film). James was born James Hawthorne in Chicago, Illinois, the son of A.M. Alene and Robert Hawthorne.
Filmography
Stargate SG-1
8.287
Overview:
The story of Stargate SG-1 begins about a year after the events of the feature film, when the United States government learns that an ancient alien device called the Stargate can access a network of such devices on a multitude of planets. SG-1 is an elite Air Force special operations team, one of more than two dozen teams from Earth who explore the galaxy and defend against alien threats such as the Goa'uld, Replicators, and the Ori.Frasier
7.678
Overview:
After many years spent at the “Cheers” bar, Frasier moves back home to Seattle to work as a radio psychiatrist after his policeman father gets shot in the hip on duty.Cheers
7.565
Overview:
The story about a blue-collar Boston bar run by former sports star Sam Malone and the quirky and wonderful people who worked and drank there.Amazing Stories
7.478
Overview:
A truly amazing, fantastical, science fiction, funny and odd, and sometimes scary, sad and endearing anthology series presented by Steven Spielberg with guest appearances by many famous actors, actresses, and directors.ER
7.821
Overview:
ER explores the inner workings of an urban teaching hospital and the critical issues faced by the dedicated physicians and staff of its overburdened emergency room.Charmed
8.176
Overview:
Three sisters (Prue, Piper and Phoebe) reunite and unlock their powers to become the Charmed Ones, the most powerful good witches of all time, whose prophesied destiny is to protect innocent lives from evil beings such as demons and warlocks. Each sister possesses unique magical powers that grow and evolve, while they attempt to maintain normal lives in modern day San Francisco.The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
7.922
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Will, a street-smart teenager, moves from the tough streets of West Philly to posh Bel-Air to live with his Uncle Philip, Aunt Vivian, his cousins — spoiled Hilary, preppy Carlton and young Ashley — and their sophisticated British butler, Geoffrey. Though Will’s antics and upbringing contrast greatly with the upper-class lifestyle of his extended relatives, he soon finds himself right at home as a loved part of the family.The Adventures of Brisco County, Jr.
7.1
Overview:
A tough-as-rawhide cowpoke, debonair ladies' man and Harvard-educated smarty-britches roams from Frisco to Jalisco in pursuit of outlaws who killed his father...and in search of a mysterious orb possessing out-of-this world powers. Hot lead and cool anachronisms await Brisco as he and his sidekicks - including Comet, the intellectual equine who doesn't know he's a horse - fight for justice in the way, way, way-out West.Se7en
8.376
Overview:
Two homicide detectives are on a desperate hunt for a serial killer whose crimes are based on the "seven deadly sins" in this dark and haunting film that takes viewers from the tortured remains of one victim to the next. The seasoned Det. Somerset researches each sin in an effort to get inside the killer's mind, while his novice partner, Mills, scoffs at his efforts to unravel the case.Roswell
7.704
Overview:
Bizarre things start happening in the little New Mexico town where UFOs were spotted in 1947. Cut to 1999, when a cute high-school student saves the life of a teenage waitress. Surrounded by cliques of clever, angst-filled classmates, the two form a bond that threatens the survival of a secret universe involving superhuman powers, a yen for hot sauce and an alien gene pool.Speed
7.145
Overview:
Jack Traven, an LAPD cop on SWAT detail, and veteran SWAT officer Harry Temple thwart an extortionist-bomber's scheme for a $3 million ransom. As they corner the bomber, he flees and detonates a bomb vest, seemingly killing himself. Weeks later, Jack witnesses a mass transit city bus explode and nearby a pay phone rings. On the phone is that same bomber looking for vengeance and the money he's owed. He gives a personal challenge to Jack: a bomb is rigged on another city bus - if it slows down below 50 mph, it will explode - bad enough any day, but a nightmare in LA traffic. And that's just the beginning...The Color Purple
7.749
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An epic tale spanning forty years in the life of Celie, an African-American woman living in the South who survives incredible abuse and bigotry. After Celie's abusive father marries her off to the equally debasing 'Mister' Albert Johnson, things go from bad to worse, leaving Celie to find companionship anywhere she can. She perseveres, holding on to her dream of one day being reunited with her sister in Africa.Today You Die
4.3
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A former thief who is trying to go straight seeks vengeance on those who framed him.I'm Gonna Git You Sucka
6.414
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Jack Spade returns from the army in his old ghetto neighbourhood when his brother, June Bug, dies. Jack declares war on Mr. Big, powerful local crimelord. His army is led by John Slade, his childhood idol who used to fight bad guys in the 70s.Heaven's Prisoners
5.2
Overview:
A hardened New Orleans cop, Dave Robicheaux, finally tosses in the badge and settles into life on the bayou with his wife. But a bizarre plane crash draws him back into the fray when his family is viciously threatened.The Five Heartbeats
7.37
Overview:
In the early 1960s, a quintet of hopeful, young African-American men form an amateur vocal group called The Five Heartbeats. After an initially rocky start, the group improves, turns pro, and rises to become a top flight music sensation. Along the way, however, the guys learn many hard lessons about the reality of the music industry.Amistad
7.022
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In 1839, the slave ship Amistad set sail from Cuba to America. During the long trip, Cinque leads the slaves in an unprecedented uprising. They are then held prisoner in Connecticut, and their release becomes the subject of heated debate. Freed slave Theodore Joadson wants Cinque and the others exonerated and recruits property lawyer Roger Baldwin to help his case. Eventually, John Quincy Adams also becomes an ally.Patty Hearst
5.635
Overview:
The true story of a rich girl who was abducted by American revolutionaries in the 1970's. Her time spent with her captors made her question herself and her way of life and she joined forces with the cause that her abductors were fighting for. This created a US scandal and Patty Hearst has become a pop culture fixture.The Night Stalker
6.778
Overview:
An account of serial killer Richard Ramírez and his rampage in California during the mid-1980s.Snoop Dogg's Hood of Horror
4.7
Overview:
A hip hop horror anthology of three tales of terror told by the Hound of Hell (Snoop Dogg) that revolve around the residents of an inner-city neighborhood whose actions determine where they will go in the afterlife.Auggie Rose
5.638
Overview:
An insurance salesman's humdrum existence takes a turn when a stranger, ex-con Auggie Rose, unexpectedly dies in his arms. Assuming the identity of the dead man, the salesman embarks on a double life, keeping it secret from his live-in girlfriend.Penitentiary II
4.3
Overview:
An ex-con, on parole and trying to straighten his life out, decides to resume his boxing career when one of his prison enemies escapes and kills his girlfriend.The Water Engine
5.25
Overview:
In the 1930s, Charles Lang invents an engine that runs using water for fuel. But when he tries to get it patented, he is first offered a ridiculously low amount. When he refuses, he is suddenly several people are pressuring him to sell. The big oil companies don't want the competition. Now he has to try and keep them from getting his idea, and somehow get it published.Caroline at Midnight
3.889
Overview:
A policeman's wife falls for a reporter who suspects her husband of corruption and murder.Boss'n Up
4.4
Overview:
Snoop stars as a grocery clerk named Cordé Christopher, a young and magnetic man, subject to keen female interest. He becomes a protégé of Orange Juice, an experienced pimp, after being informed of the better and richer life he can lead if he becomes a pimp. OJ cultivates Cordé's 'talent' and shares street knowledge with him, including the Rules of the "Pimping" Game. To some degree OJ treats Corde like a son. After achieving success Cordé has to choose between the love of his life, Chardonnay Allen, and his successful career as a pimp.Disco Godfather
5.547
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Retired cop and celebrity DJ Tucker Williams (aka The Disco Godfather) takes to the streets as a dangerous hallucinogenic drug called Angel Dust begins to take hold of the neighborhood.The Habitation of Dragons
NYR
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Two brothers of totally different natures live in a small town in Texas. Since the death of their father they confront one another all the time for all kind of major and minor problems.Lucky Girl
2.7
Overview:
On the day of her wedding, as Selena Jackson comes to terms with the long-lost love she's never quite gotten over, many of her guests, including her best friends and her own mother, also struggle with past loves, past regrets and past mistakes.A Christmas Wedding
2.6
Overview:
Tiffany and Marcus decide to wed during the holiday season in the rural town where Tiffany grew up. Tiffany's older sisters and their husbands are visiting as well. Coming together may not have been such a good idea as the married couples bring along some baggage that may cause the unmarried to think twice before making a life changing decision.Acting
2023In the Matchbox as Uncle Wendell
2021Flint Tale as Unknown
2018Dirty Dead Con Men as Art McCoy
2016Blues for Life as Plank Road Slim
2016The Night Stalker as Harrison Johnson
2015Lucky Girl as Reverend Thompson
2013A Christmas Wedding as Arthur
2006Snoop Dogg's Hood of Horror as Llore
2006The System Within as Hays
2005Today You Die as Derrick
2005Boss'n Up as Orange Juice
2000Auggie Rose as MacDougall
1999Roswell (1 Episode) as Suspect
1999The Art of a Bullet as Walter Simmons
1998Charmed (2 Episodes) as Demonic Healer
1997Amistad as Creole Cook
1997Stargate SG-1 (1 Episode) as Gavos
1997Campfire Tales as Cole (segment "The Honeymoon")
1996Heaven's Prisoners as Victor Romero
1995Se7en as George the Night Guard at the Library
1994ER (2 Episodes) as Hawthorne
1994Speed as Sam
1994Caroline at Midnight as Stan Donovan
1993Frasier (1 Episode) as Bill
1993The Adventures of Brisco County, Jr. (1 Episode) as Gage
1992The Habitation of Dragons as Lonny Johnson
1992The Water Engine as Factory Worker
1991The Five Heartbeats as Big Red
1990Demon Cop as Police in Warehouse
1990The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1 Episode) as George
1988I'm Gonna Git You Sucka as One Eyed Sam
1988Patty Hearst as Tall Muslim
1987Police Story: The Freeway Killings as Reverend Johnson
1986Ricky 1 as The Champ (Silver Shadow)
1985The Color Purple as Jook Joint Patron
1985Amazing Stories (1 Episode) as Fowler
1982Cheers (1 Episode) as Juror
1982Penitentiary II as Referee
1979Disco Godfather as Stinger Ray