At 82 years old, one of Hollywood’s most famous actors died on July 6, 2022. James Caan is best known for his Oscar-nominated performance as “The Godfather” in 1972. His career spans almost 60 years of television and theatrical work. James Caan Movies are the best ones you must see.
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James Caan Movies List
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1. The Godfather (1972)
Caan was part of one the most successful and influential trilogies ever made. He is a permanent fixture in motion picture history. Sonny Corleone’s tragic fate at the toll booth is a story that will be etched in motion picture history forever. Caan received his only Oscar nomination (Best Supporting actor) for the Best Picture winner and was featured in “The Godfather: Part II.”
2. Misery (1990)
It’s been 30 years since the film was released. I still cringe when thinking about the horrors Caan, a poor novelist, had to go through at the behest of Annie Wilkes. While many others were considered for the role of Paul Sheldon and the character was unique, Caan was perfect cast alongside Kathy Bates, who won the Best Actress Oscar. Together, they brought to life one the most exciting Stephen King adaptations.
3. Thief (1981)
Michael Mann’s feature-film debut features Caan as a safecracker who wants to end his life in crime but finds himself drawn into a dangerous heist. Caan’s riveting thriller is one of his best performances.
4. The Gambler (1974)
Caan was nominated for a Golden Globe for his role in the story of an English professor who succumbs to gambling addiction and finds his life in danger. Caan’s performance is a combination of character study and thriller.
5. Elf (2003)
Caan’s most beloved role is that of Walter the self-centered book publisher. He discovers that Buddy, a Santa’s elf-raised son, is his father. Caan’s innocence and joy is perfect for Ferrell, while Walter’s transformation of heart makes this Christmas classic.
6. Bottle Rocket (1996)
This little gem marks Wes Anderson’s directorial debut and Owen Wilson and Luke Wilson’s film debuts. A group of friends attempt a heist with the help Mr. Henry (Caan), but it turns out that he is more corrupt than they realize. Caan’s quirkier film is one of his best. It shows that he can be equally at home in comedy and crime.
7. Rollerball (1975)
Long before “The Hunger Games”, and “Squid Game”, “Rollerball,” offers a dystopian view of the world in 2018. Caan’s Rollerball player must fight until the end.
8. El Dorado (1966)
Caan’s role as Mississippi Traherne, one of his first film roles, impressed critics. Caan was able to compete with legends John Wayne and Robert Mitchum, as well as Howard Hawks.
9. The Rain People (1969)
Caan was a co-star with Robert Duvall, and Francis Ford Coppola. The film is about a pregnant housewife (Shiley Knight) who leaves her husband and picks up a hitchhiker (Caan). He’s a college football player who has recently suffered a head injury. It received mixed reviews, but it is now a cult favourite and one of Coppola’s best films.
10. A Bridge Too Far (1975)
Caan stood out among a large ensemble cast that included Dirk Bogarde and Sean Connery, Michael Caine (Gene Hackman), Robert Redford, Maximilian Schell, Laurence Oliver, Gene Hackman, Gene Hackman, Gene Hackman, Gene Hackman, Robert Redford and Maximilian Schell. While the film received mixed reviews, Caan and Anthony Hopkins were highly praised for their supporting roles.
11. Funny Lady (1975)
Although it wasn’t as well-received as “Funny Girl”, “Funny Lady”, is still a fun movie. Caan was able to step out of his comfort zone and star alongside Barbra Streisand in the musical comedy as Fanny Brice’s second husband, Billy Rose. It was a huge success at the box office, even though critics were not impressed. This film earned Caan his fourth and final Golden Globe nomination.
12. Honeymoon in Vegas (1992)
Caan enjoyed the gangster look in this romantic comedy, two decades after his fame as the heir to a Mafia clan in “The Godfather”. Caan plays Tommy, a gambler who tries to take PI Jack (Nicholas Cage’s) girlfriend Sarah Jessica Parker because she reminds her of his wife. Tommy ensures Jack’s win is not an easy task.
James Caan Early Life
Caan was born in the Bronx, March 26, 1940. He made his TV debut in 1961 on “Naked City.” Two years later, he made his film debut in an uncredited role in Billy Wilder’s “Irma la Douce” (1962).
He received his only Primetime Emmy nomination in 1971 for his role as the title character in “Brian’s Song.” The following year, he was nominated for an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his role in “The Godfather.” However, Caan continued to provide solid lead performances and supporting roles over the next 50 years in more than 100 movies and television shows.
He played many tough roles in movies like “Thief”, but he also excelled as a romantic lead (Funny Lady) (1975) or “Chapter Two (1979) and as a comic foil (“Honeymoon In Las Vegas”) (1992) and “Elf (2003). He starred in “Las Vegas” from 2003 to 2007.
Caan worked until his death. His most recent film, “Queen Bees,” was released in 2021. View our photo gallery listing his 12 most memorable roles in feature films (excluding “Brian’s Song”, which was a TV movie).
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