James McCaffrey
American actor known for 'Life on Mars'
American actor known for 'Life on Mars'
1958
68 years ago
Performers & Entertainers
United States
An American actor gained recognition for work in television and film. Best known for portraying Detective Sam Tyler in the series 'Life on Mars', which aired from 2006 to 2007. Appeared in other productions such as '24', 'The Killing', and 'The Last Ship'. McCaffrey also had a successful career in voice acting, contributing to notable video games, including the 'Max Payne' series. His performances garnered a loyal fanbase.
Portrayed Detective Sam Tyler in 'Life on Mars'
Appeared in '24' as a recurring character
Voiced characters in the 'Max Payne' video game series
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