James Caan (I) (1940–2022) |
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A masculine and enigmatic actor whose life and movie career have had more ups and downs than the average rollercoaster and whose selection of roles has arguably derailed him from achieving true superstar status, James Caan is New York-born and bred. He was born in the Bronx, to Sophie (Falkenstein) and Arthur Caan, Jewish immigrants from Germany. ...
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Born:in The Bronx, New York, USADied:(age 82) in Los Angeles, California, USA |
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We celebrate the life of iconic actor James Caan, best known for his roles in The Godfather, Misery, and Thief.
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Actor (137 credits)
Actor (137 credits)
2013-2014
Back in the Game
(TV Series)
Terry 'The Cannon' Gannon, Sr.
Terry 'The Cannon' Gannon, Sr.
- Who's on First
(2014)
... Terry 'The Cannon' Gannon, Sr.
- Sports Therapy
(2014)
... Terry 'The Cannon' Gannon, Sr.
- Color Barrier
(2014)
... Terry 'The Cannon' Gannon, Sr.
- I'll Slide Home for Christmas
(2013)
... Terry 'The Cannon' Gannon, Sr.
- Massive Election
(2013)
... Terry 'The Cannon' Gannon, Sr.
2013
Magic City
(TV Series)
Sy Berman
Sy Berman
- The Sins of the Father
(2013)
... Sy Berman
- ...And Your Enemies Closer
(2013)
... Sy Berman
- Crossroads
(2013)
... Sy Berman
- Angels of Death
(2013)
... Sy Berman
- Crime and Punishment
(2013)
... Sy Berman
2009
Family Guy
(TV Series)
James Caan
James Caan
- Something, Something, Something, Dark Side
(2009)
... James Caan (voice)
2003-2007
Las Vegas
(TV Series)
Ed Deline
Ed Deline
- A Hero Ain't Nothing But a Sandwich
(2007)
... Ed Deline
- Heroes
(2007)
... Ed Deline
- Junk in the Trunk
(2007)
... Ed Deline
- Barechested in the Park
(2007)
... Ed Deline
- The Burning Bedouin
(2007)
... Ed Deline
2004
Crossing Jordan
(TV Series)
Ed Deline
Ed Deline
- What Happens in Vegas Dies in Boston
(2004)
... Ed Deline
1983
Les uns et les autres
(TV Mini Series)
Glenn Sr. / Glenn Jr. / Jason et Jack Gleen
Glenn Sr. / Glenn Jr. / Jason et Jack Gleen
- Episode #1.5
(1983)
... Glenn Sr. / Glenn Jr.
- Episode #1.4
(1983)
... Jason et Jack Gleen
- Episode #1.3
(1983)
... Glenn Sr. / Glenn Jr.
- Episode #1.2
(1983)
... Glenn Sr. / Glenn Jr.
- Episode #1.1
(1983)
... Glenn Sr. / Glenn Jr.
1977
The Godfather Saga
(TV Mini Series)
Sonny Corleone
Sonny Corleone
- Episode #1.4
(1977)
... Sonny Corleone
- Episode #1.3
(1977)
... Sonny Corleone
- Episode #1.2
(1977)
... Sonny Corleone
- Episode #1.1
(1977)
... Sonny Corleone
1969
Get Smart
(TV Series)
Rupert of Rathskeller
Rupert of Rathskeller
- To Sire, with Love: Part 2
(1969)
... Rupert of Rathskeller (uncredited)
- To Sire, with Love: Part 1
(1969)
... Rupert of Rathskeller (uncredited)
1964
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
(TV Series)
Jay Shaw / Phil Beldone
Jay Shaw / Phil Beldone
- Memo from Purgatory
(1964)
... Jay Shaw / Phil Beldone
1963
Death Valley Days
(TV Series)
Jim McKinney / Bob
Jim McKinney / Bob
- Deadly Decision
(1963)
... Jim McKinney
- Shadow of Violence
(1963)
... Bob
1961
Route 66
(TV Series)
Johnny Berenson
Johnny Berenson
- ...And the Cat Jumped Over the Moon
(1961)
... Johnny Berenson (as Jimmy Caan)
1961
Naked City
(TV Series)
Marty Feketi
Marty Feketi
- Bullets Cost Too Much
(1961)
... Marty Feketi (as Jimmy Caan)
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Director (1 credit)
Director (1 credit)
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Stunts (1 credit)
Stunts (1 credit)
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Soundtrack (8 credits)
Soundtrack (8 credits)
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Thanks (6 credits)
Thanks (6 credits)
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Self (132 credits)
Self (132 credits)
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Archive footage (29 credits)
Archive footage (29 credits)
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Personal Details
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Appeared in a PSA for Help Hospitalized Veterans (HHV.org). See more »Publicity Listings:
1 Biographical Movie | 1 Portrayal | 7 Interviews | 12 Articles | 9 Pictorials | 4 Magazine Cover Photos | See more »Official Sites:
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Jimmy CaanHeight:
5' 9¼" (1.76 m)Parents:
Sophie Falkenstein | Arthur Caan
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