James Baskett
James Baskett is known for Dumbo (1941), Song of the South (1946), Revenge of the Zombies (1943).
Biography
James Franklin Baskett (February 16, 1904 – July 9, 1948) was an American actor who portrayed Uncle Remus, singing the song "Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah" in the 1946 Disney feature film Song of the South.
In recognition of his portrayal of Remus, he was given an Honorary Academy Award in 1948, making him the first Black male performer to receive an Oscar.
Questions about James Baskett
How many James Baskett films are in the catalogue?
The CineQuiz catalogue has 6 films with James Baskett, from 1933 to 2024.
What is the best rated James Baskett film?
The best rated James Baskett film in the catalogue is Dumbo (1941), rated 7.0.
What was the first James Baskett film?
The first James Baskett film in the catalogue is Dumbo, from 1941.
Who has James Baskett worked with the most?
In the catalogue, James Baskett shares the most credits with Walt Disney (2 films) and Wilfred Jackson (2 films).
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Known for
Full filmography
11 films — 6 in the catalogue
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9.0 Walt Disney: Behind the Magic
2024 · Self (archive footage)
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6.5 Song of the South
1946 · Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (voice)
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5.6 The Heavenly Body
1944 · Porter (uncredited)
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5.4 Revenge of the Zombies
1943 · Lazarus
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7.0 Dumbo
1941 · Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)
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8.0 Comes Midnight
1940
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9.0 Straight to Heaven
1939 · First Detective
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9.0 Gone Harlem
1938
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8.0 Policy Man
1938 · Jimmie
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7.0 20,000 Cheers for the Chain Gang
1933
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7.5 Harlem Is Heaven
1932
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