Best Movies With James Cagney as Lead Actor
Here is our list of movies starring James Cagney that we are sure you will enjoy.
James Francis Cagney Mini Bios
Born: July 17, 1899
As one of Hollywood’s greatest male stars of all time, he was also an accomplished dancer. In New York City, James Francis Cagney was born to Carolyn (Nelson) and James Francis Cagney, Sr., who was a bartender and amateur boxer.
James Cagney Best Movies List
Ragtime
Year: 1981
Director: Milos Forman
In early 1900s New York City, a young black pianist becomes embroiled in the lives of an upper-class white family.
Arizona Bushwhackers
Year: 1968
Director: Lesley Selander
The Confederate spy becomes the sheriff of a lawless Union town where the people are hostile to him and the saloon owner sells rifles to renegade Indians.
One, Two, Three
Year: 1961
Director: Billy Wilder
The Cold War sees an executive from Coca-Cola being tasked with taking care of his boss’ socialite daughter.
The Gallant Hours
Year: 1960
Director: Robert Montgomery
Dramatization of five weeks in the life of Vice Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr., from his assignment to command U.S. naval operations in the South Pacific.
Shake Hands with the Devil
Year: 1959
Director: Michael Anderson
During the 1920s, Irish Republican Army members are being led by the war-mongering Dr. Sean Lenihan (James Cagney) against oppressive British forces.
The Best Movies Starring James Cagney
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