This actor was cast in The Best Man and Invasion of the Body Snatchers.
The Best Man (1964 film) The Best Man is a 1964 political drama film directed by Franklin J. Schaffner with a screenplay by Gore Vidal based on his play of the same title. Starring Henry Fonda, Cliff Robertson, and Lee Tracy, the film details the seamy political maneuverings behind the nomination of a presidential candidate. The supporting cast features Edie Adams, Margaret Leighton, Ann Sothern, Shelley Berman, Gene Raymond, and Kevin McCarthy.
List of James Earl Jones performances American actor James Earl Jones has had an extensive career in film, television, and theatre. He started out in film by appearing in the 1964 political satire film "Dr. Strangelove" as Lt. Lothar Zogg. He then went on to star in the 1970 film "The Great White Hope" as Jack Jefferson, a role he first played in the Broadway production of the same name. The film role earned him two Golden Globe nominations, one for Best Actor and winning one for New Star of the Year. He also received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. His other work in the 1970s included playing the title character in "Malcolm X" (1972), Johnny Williams in "The River Niger" (1976), Nick Debrett in "Swashbuckler" (1976), and Malcolm X again in "The Greatest" (1977).