Appearances
Working with Legends
James A. Watson, Jr. is a familiar face from film, television and theatre after dozens of appearances as an actor but he is also an experienced choreographer, director, writer and producer. He is recognized from his recurring roles in beloved television hits including Quincy M.E., Gimme a Break! but also known for his Emmy-nominated appearance on Hill Street Blues and groundbreaking work alongside Bill Cosby, Angela Bassett and many other industry greats.
Theatre Appearances
Death of a Salesman
James A. Watson, Jr. appeared in Arthur Miller's classic "Death of A Salesman" at South Coast Repertory. View the excerpts video reel. “Blueprint To Freedom” La Jolla Playhouse - role of A. Phillip Randolph
“Jitney” at The Pasadena Playhouse - role of Doub “Death Of A Salseman” South Coast Repertory - role of Charley “Jitney” South Coast Repertory - role of Doub "National Pastime" Fremont Center Theater Group - Jackie Robinson bio - role of Wendell. "Othello" Academy Dramatic Arts, Detroit. Role of Othello. "Lemon Meringue Facade" Directed by Ted Lange - comedic drama (Nominated for Best Supporting Actor - San Fernando Theater Award). "Dream on Monkey Mountain" Mark Taper Forum, Los Angeles. Produced by Gordon Davidson, Directed by Michael Schultz. "Rashomon/Outrage" Redlands Repertory Theatre. Directed by James Watson, role of Carasco. "Death of a Salesman" Redlands Repertory Theatre, role of Biff. "Calculated Risk" Marla Gibbs Theater. "A Raisin in the Sun" Redlands Repertory Theatre, role of Walter Lee. "In White America" A.C.T. Theater, San Francisco. "The Gleep Musical" A.C.T. Theater, San Francisco. Written by James A. Watson, Jr. "Room Service" Theater, San Francisco. "Oaklahoma" Role of Judd. "West Side Story" Role of Bernardo. |
Television Appearances
Partial list - download Resume for episodes and characters)
The Possession of Hannah Grace Wiped (Cable Series) NCIS "The Young & The Restless" "Whitney & Bobby, the Whitney Houston Story" on Lifetime TV "Medium" "The District" "Strong Medicine" "Touched by an Angel" "The Jamie Foxx Show" "The Hughleys" "JAG" "The Wayans Bros." "The Rockford Files" "Sister, Sister" "Murphy Brown" "The Royal Family" "Bar Girls" "Columbo" "B.L. Stryker" "Mancuso" "Matlock" "Stingray" "Dallas" "Hill Street Blues (Emmy Consideration)" "Diff'rent Strokes" "Trapper John, M.D." "The Love Boat" "Airwolf" "Gimme a Break! (recurring) "Quincy M.E. (recurring)" "The Jeffersons" "The Misadventures of Sheriff Lobo" "Sanford and Sons" "B.J. and the Bear" "House Calls" "Backstairs at the White House" "Emergency!" "Good Times" "What's Happening!!" "Police Woman" "The Blue Knight" "Kojak" "Joe Forrester" "Returning Home" "Mannix" "Killdozer" "Shaft" "Kung Fu" "The New Adventures of Wonder Woman" "Mod Squad" "The Paul Lynde Show" "The Strangers in 7A" "Love, American Style" "Circle of Fear" "The Last Child" "Medical Center" "The Old Man Who Cried Wolf" "The Silent Force" "The Virginian" |
Producer/Director/Choreographer
“Golden Boy” the musical: Produced & Directed by James Watson, played lead role of “Joe”.
“Movin’” Produced, Choreographed, Dancer (a jazz concert).
“197One” Musical Review Produced by Chuck Barris, Choreographer, Performer, (with Tony winner Judy Kaye).
“Movin’” Produced, Choreographed, Dancer (a jazz concert).
“197One” Musical Review Produced by Chuck Barris, Choreographer, Performer, (with Tony winner Judy Kaye).
Writer
As a writer, Mr. Watson has worked with or developed projects for Dick Berg, Viacom, Productions, Arsenio Hall Productions, Exec. Producer Charles Johnson (Magnum P.I., Jag, N.C.I.S.) and others. Mr. Watson’s production company, Vision Entertainment enjoys a collaboration with Emmy winning Executive Producer Renee Valente. Together they are currently developing feature films, stage and television projects.
“Lady Coco” Independent Feature Film; Writer and Associate Producer Creative consultant for Lee Rich, Lorimar TV Film, “The Man” starring James Earl Jones.
“Brown Sugar” ABC TV Pilot Creator, writer.
“Dangerous Hope” NBC Metro Media TV Film Producer Dick Berg.
20th Century Fox Development Deal with Emmy Executive Renee Valente
“Lady Coco” Independent Feature Film; Writer and Associate Producer Creative consultant for Lee Rich, Lorimar TV Film, “The Man” starring James Earl Jones.
“Brown Sugar” ABC TV Pilot Creator, writer.
“Dangerous Hope” NBC Metro Media TV Film Producer Dick Berg.
20th Century Fox Development Deal with Emmy Executive Renee Valente
Get the Full List
Download Mr. Watson's Resume for a full list of appearances.