James Adam Tucker
Born: 1962-12-19 in Morristown, New Jersey, USA
Known For: Acting
Biography
James Adam Tucker's (Adam Tucker) roots are in the great Garden State of New Jersey, where his curiosity in acting began. Starting at a young age, James directed and filmed his siblings and cousins in skits he wrote. Today, James acting credits span over 30 years. A leading actor and guest star, known for his firm, authoritarian, yet gentle presence in such film and television productions as; Genius: MLK/X (2022), On the Come Up (2022), Wu Tang: An American SAGA (2022), as well as, Criminal Minds, The Mindy Project, Book Club, The Other Wife, and Training Day. James graduated from Morgan State University, a historically black college. He earned his BS in film and television production. Using his diverse experiences as an actor, director, and writer, James has produced over 50 feature films. His awards include best feature film in the Big Apple Film Festival and Key West Film Festival. His films and keen insight in spotting talent has been the launching pad for several working actors, including Morris Chestnut. He has also worked closely with many industry professionals over the years, such as Michael Goi, Mike Tristano, and Alex Diaz. Many of his films have been sold and are available on Netflix and Amazon.
Filmography
2022
- On the Come Up as Mr. Watson
2020
- There's No Such Thing as Vampires as Officer Davis (as James tucker)
2019
- Wu-Tang: An American Saga as Wilbert Hart
- Who Stole My Daughter? as School Principal
- Weedjies! Halloweed Night as Ganja Ghost
- Protecting Winter ... (Editor)
2017
- Genius as Doctor
- Dress Rehearsal as Det. Pearson
2016
- Drone Wars as Scientist
- House of Darkness as Officer Hicks
- The Other Wife as Detective Samuels
2015
- Within These Walls as Officer Davis
2012
- The Mindy Project as Cop
2010
- Flick's Chicks ... (Director)
2008
- Skinned Alive ... (Director)
- Pink Eye ... (Director)
2005
- Aunt Rose ... (Director)
2003
- Addiction ... (Director of Photography)
2002
- Savage Roses ... (Director)
2001
- Bad Placas ... (Director)
2000
- Strong Medicine as Nathan
- The Ultimate Prey as Mabuto
1995
- Knight Walks ... (Director)
- Human Prey ... (Screenplay)
1993
- The Flesh Merchant as Mac Williamson (as Adam Tucker)
1992
- Demon Lover as Detective
1991
- Steel and Lace as Bodyguard (as Adam Tucker)
- Lunatic ... (Screenplay)
- Steps From Hell ... (Director)
- Neighbor Hoodz ... (Director)
1989
- Born Killer as Anderson
- Future Force as COPS Officer
1988
- Hairspray as Cop
- Zombie Death House as Prisoner Rodney