
Jim James
Known For & Full Filmography19 Titles

Drama Series - 2014, 16 episodes • as Self - Musical Guest
After Jay Leno's second retirement from the program, Jimmy Fallon stepped in as his permanent replacement. After 42 years in Los Angeles the program was brought back to New York.

Drama Series - 2005, 16 episodes • as Jim James (voice)
The series focuses on an eccentric motley crew that is the Smith family and their three housemates: Father, husband, and breadwinner Stan Smith; his better half housewife, Francine Smith; their college-aged daughter, Hayley Smith; and their high-school-aged son, Steve Smith. Outside of the Smith family, there are three additional main characters, including Hayley's boyfriend turned husband, Jeff Fischer; the family's man-in-a-goldfish-body pet, Klaus; and most notably the family's zany alien, Roger, who is "full of masquerades, brazenness, and shocking antics."

Movie - 2007, 2h 15m • as Brass Band Singer
Six actors portray six personas of music legend Bob Dylan in scenes depicting various stages of his life, chronicling his rise from unknown folksinger to international icon and revealing how Dylan constantly reinvented himself.

Movie - 2005, 2h 15m • as Jessie's Band
Drew Baylor is fired after causing his shoe company to lose hundreds of millions of dollars. To make matters worse, he's also dumped by his girlfriend. On the verge of ending it all, Drew gets a new lease on life when he returns to his family's small Kentucky hometown after his father dies. Along the way, he meets a flight attendant with whom he falls in love.

Movie - 2020, 2h 15m • as Self
A tribute to the life and music of John Prine featuring family and friends sharing memories and songs while raising money for several charitable organizations.

Movie - 2023, 2h 15m • as Self
A special all-star tribute concert honoring the legacy of The Beach Boys.

Movie - 2010, 2h 15m • as Self
The story of music and the music industry told through interviews with musicians, composers and producers across genres.

Movie - 2021, 2h 15m • as Self
Join The Beach Boy's Brian Wilson on an intimate journey through his legendary career as he reminisces with Rolling Stone editor and longtime friend, Jason Fine. Featuring a new song written and performed by Wilson and interviews with Elton John, Bruce Springsteen, Nick Jonas, Linda Perry, Jim James, Gustavo Dudamel and Al Jardine.

Movie - 2019, 2h 15m • as Self
With a little help from her friends, Jenny Lewis hosts a three hour telethon featuring music, magic, and a call-in hotline.

Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • as Self
Life Is a Carnival: A Musical Celebration of Robbie Robertson is a 2024 tribute concert held at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles, featuring Eric Clapton, Elvis Costello, Van Morrison, Mavis Staples, Trey Anastasio, and more. Directed by Martin Scorsese, the filmed version captures an all-star celebration of Robertson’s enduring musical legacy.

Movie - 2010, 2h 15m • as Self
STILL BILL is an intimate portrait of soul legend Bill Withers, best known for his classics “Ain’t No Sunshine,” “Lean On Me,” “Lovely Day,” “Grandma’s Hands,” and “Just the Two of Us.” With his soulful delivery and warm, heartfelt sincerity, Withers has written the songs that have – and always will – resonate deeply within the fabric of our times. Filmmakers Damani Baker and Alex Vlack follow Withers and offer a unique and rare look inside the world of this fascinating man. Through concert footage, journeys to his birthplace, interviews with music legends, his family and closest friends, STILL BILL presents the story of an artist who has written some of the most beloved songs in our time and who truly understands the heart and soul of a man.

Movie - 2014, 2h 15m • as Self
A documentary that goes behind the scenes with some of today's most talented songwriters as they make new music based on long-lost, newly discovered lyrics from Bob Dylan's legendary Basement Tapes sessions. T Bone Burnett brings Elvis Costello, Rhiannon Giddens, Taylor Goldsmith, Jim James and Marcus Mumford together in a dramatic two-week studio session in the basement of Capitol Records. Features an exclusive interview with Bob Dylan.

Movie - 2016, 2h 15m • as Self
The David Lynch Foundation celebrates its 10th anniversary with an exploration of the director's use of immersive and ambient sound in his films, "Twin Peaks," and his original albums. This tribute concert features performances by Duran Duran, Moby, Donovan and Zola Jesus, among others.

Movie - 2022, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
The muted tones of rubber bridge guitars have delighted listeners the world over- from Wilco to Taylor Swift’s Folklore. Modern-day luthier Reuben Cox demystifies his process of creating some of rock’s most sought-after guitars.

Movie - 2019, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
When a bumbling cartoonist loses his dog, he gets creative in the frantic search to find his furry best friend.

Movie - 2012, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
My Morning Jacket performed at Forecastle Festival 2012 in the band’s hometown of Louisville, Ky., and the 22-song celebratory show included guests like Preservation Hall Jazz Band on “Holdin On to Black Metal,” Dean Wareham on George Harrison’s “Isn’t It A Pity,” Andrew Bird on “Gideon” and early MMJ guitarist Johnny Quaid on “Run Thru” as well as the show-ending “One Big Holiday.” Setlist: The Dark, Holdin On to Black Metal (with Preservation Hall Jazz Band), Wordless Chorus, I'm Amazed, Anytime, It Beats 4 U, Steam Engine, Isn't It a Pity (George Harrison cover) (with Dean Wareham), Outta My System, Mahgeetah, Rocket Man (I Think It's Going to Be a Long, Long Time) (Elton John cover), The Bear, Cobra, Run Thru, It Makes No Difference (The Band cover) (with Clint Maedgen), Smokin' From Shootin', Touch Me I'm Going to Scream Pt. 2, Gideon, (with Andrew Bird), Victory Dance, Circuital, Careless Whisper (George Michael cover), One Big Holiday

Movie - 2006, 2h 15m • as Himself
Okonokos is a live album and concert film by My Morning Jacket released on October 31, 2006. The album was recorded during the band's fall 2005 Z Tour, over two nights at The Fillmore in San Francisco, California. This is the first My Morning Jacket album for which frontman Jim James does not receive a production credit; he is credited for "concept/story."

Movie - 2017, 2h 15m • as Himself
Documenting the making of American rock'n'roll band Dawes' fifth studio album "We're All Gonna Die"
