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James Earl Jones

PersonJan 17, 1931 - Sep 9, 2024 (died age 93)Arkabutla, Mississippi, USA

American actor (1931–2024)

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May 26, 2026
#1,818
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Buzz Score
May 26, 2026
2.7
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James Earl Jones

James Earl Jones (born January 17, 1931) is an American actor known for his distinguished and versatile performances on stage and screen. With his deep and powerful voice, Jones has captivated audiences throughout his career. He has received numerous accolades, including three Tony Awards, two Emmy Awards, and a Grammy Award. Notable for his contributions to the arts, Jones was inducted into the American Theater Hall of Fame in 1985 and received the National Medal of Arts in 1992. He has appeared in a wide range of movies and TV shows, showcasing his exceptional talent and leaving a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.

Rank#1,818
Buzz Score2.7
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Daily update · May 26, 2026

James Earl Jones ranks #1,818 most popular person with a Buzz Score of 2.7. James Earl Jones peaked at #132 of all time (Sep 9 - Oct 8, 2024). James Earl Jones ranks #1,569 over the past 365 days.

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James Earl Jones

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Ranks on May 26, 2026

Overall popularity
#1,818
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Ranking History

Peak, 1-year, and top-chart days
Peak Buzz Score
100+
#132Overall rank
Sep 9 - Oct 8, 2024
1-Year Buzz Score
3.2
#1,569Overall rank
Last 365 days
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0
Past 365 days
Days in Top 10
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James Earl Jones Top Movies
James Earl Jones's movies ranked by Buzz Score
1
Star Wars
Star Wars
Darth Vader (voice) (uncredited) · 1977
6.5
2
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
Darth Vader (voice) · 2019
5.3
3
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
Darth Vader (voice) · 2016
4.4
4
Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith
Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith
Darth Vader (voice - uncredited) · 2005
3.5
5
The Empire Strikes Back
The Empire Strikes Back
Darth Vader (voice) (uncredited) · 1980
3.4
6
Return of the Jedi
Return of the Jedi
Darth Vader (voice) · 1983
3.3
7
The Lion King
The Lion King
Mufasa (voice) · 2019
2.9
8
Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb
Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb
Lt. Lothar Zogg · 1964
2.4
9
The Hunt for Red October
The Hunt for Red October
Vice ADM James Greer · 1990
1.8
10
Scary Movie 4
Scary Movie 4
Narrator (uncredited) · 2006
1.6
11
Conan the Barbarian
Conan the Barbarian
Thulsa Doom · 1982
1.6
12
Patriot Games
Patriot Games
Adm. James Greer · 1992
1.4
13
Clear and Present Danger
Clear and Present Danger
Admiral James Greer · 1994
1.4
14
The Sandlot
The Sandlot
Mr. Mertle · 1993
1.3
15
Field of Dreams
Field of Dreams
Terrence Mann · 1989
1.1
16
Click
Click
Narrator of Michael's Past (voice) (uncredited) · 2006
1.0
17
Sneakers
Sneakers
Mr. Bernard Abbott · 1992
0.9
18
Coming to America
Coming to America
King Jaffe Joffer · 1988
0.8
19
Claudine
Claudine
Rupert D. "Roop" Marshall · 1974
0.8
20
Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult
Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult
James Earl Jones (uncredited) · 1994
0.7
21
Judge Dredd
Judge Dredd
Narrator (uncredited) · 1995
0.6
22
Coming 2 America
Coming 2 America
King Jaffe Joffer · 2021
0.5
23
The Lion King II: Simba's Pride
The Lion King II: Simba's Pride
Mufasa (voice) · 1998
0.5
24
Fantasia 2000
Fantasia 2000
Self - Host · 2000
0.4
25
The Benchwarmers
The Benchwarmers
Darth Vader (voice) · 2006
0.4
26
Soul Man
Soul Man
Professor Banks · 1986
0.4
27
Sommersby
Sommersby
Judge Barry Conrad Issacs · 1993
0.3
28
Best of the Best
Best of the Best
Frank Couzo · 1989
0.3
29
Primary Colors
Primary Colors
CNN Voiceover (voice) · 1998
0.3
30
The Sandlot 2
The Sandlot 2
Mr. Mertle · 2005
0.3
31
Gardens of Stone
Gardens of Stone
Sgt. Maj.'Goody' Nelson · 1987
0.2
32
Three Fugitives
Three Fugitives
Dugan · 1989
0.2
33
Gang Related
Gang Related
Arthur Baylor · 1997
0.2
34
Matewan
Matewan
'Few Clothes' Johnson · 1987
0.2
35
Casper: A Spirited Beginning
Casper: A Spirited Beginning
Kibosh (voice) · 1997
0.2
36
The Meteor Man
The Meteor Man
Earnest Moses · 1993
0.2
37
Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins
Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins
Papa Jenkins · 2008
0.1
38
Allan Quatermain and the Lost City of Gold
Allan Quatermain and the Lost City of Gold
Umslopogaas · 1986
0.1
39
Jefferson in Paris
Jefferson in Paris
Madison Hemings · 1995
0.1
40
Clean Slate
Clean Slate
John Dolby · 1994
0.1
41
Our Friend, Martin
Our Friend, Martin
Daddy King (voice) · 1999
0.1
42
Deadly Hero
Deadly Hero
Rabbit Shazam · 1975
0.1
43
A Family Thing
A Family Thing
Ray Murdock · 1996
0.1
44
Pinocchio and the Emperor of the Night
Pinocchio and the Emperor of the Night
Emperor of the Night (voice) · 1987
0.1
45
Looking for Richard
Looking for Richard
Self - Interviewee · 1996
0.1
46
The Second Civil War
The Second Civil War
Jim Kalla · 1997
0.1
47
The Ambulance
The Ambulance
Lt. Spencer · 1990
0.1
48
Finder's Fee
Finder's Fee
Avery Phillips · 2001
0.1
49
King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis
King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis
Self (archive footage) · 1970
0.0
50
Waking Sleeping Beauty
Waking Sleeping Beauty
Self (archive footage) · 2009
0.0
51
Excessive Force
Excessive Force
Jake · 1993
0.0
52
The River Niger
The River Niger
Johnny Williams · 1976
0.0
53
Rebound: The Legend of Earl 'The Goat' Manigault
Rebound: The Legend of Earl 'The Goat' Manigault
Dr. McDuffie · 1996
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