Career Timeline of James Ransone: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 1, 2026

Discover the career path of James Ransone, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

James Ransone was an American actor recognized for his roles in both horror and drama productions. He gained prominence for portraying Ziggy Sobotka in the second season of 'The Wire' and Cpl. Josh Ray Person in the miniseries 'Generation Kill.' Ransone further solidified his presence in the horror genre with roles such as Deputy 'So-and-So' in 'Sinister' and its sequel, Chester in 'Tangerine', the adult Eddie Kaspbrak in 'It Chapter Two,' and Max in 'The Black Phone.' His career showcased his versatility across different genres.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2002: Co-starred in 'Ken Park'

In 2002, James Ransone co-starred in the Larry Clark drama film Ken Park as Tate.

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2003: Appearance in 'The Wire'

In 2003, James Ransone appeared in 12 episodes of The Wire as Ziggy Sobotka.

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2006: Role in 'Inside Man'

In 2006, James Ransone had a supporting role in Spike Lee's heist movie Inside Man as bank robber, Steve-O.

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2008: Role in 'Generation Kill'

In 2008, James Ransone played Cpl. Josh Ray Person in the war drama miniseries Generation Kill.

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2010: Recurring Role in 'How to Make It in America'

In 2010, James Ransone was cast in a recurring role in the HBO comedy series How to Make It in America.

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2012: Role in 'Sinister'

In 2012, James Ransone appeared in the horror film Sinister in the supporting role of Deputy So-and-So.

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June 2014: Cast in 'In a Valley of Violence'

In June 2014, James Ransone joined the cast of the Western film In a Valley of Violence.

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2015: Roles in 'Sinister 2' and 'Tangerine'

In 2015, James Ransone played Deputy "So-and-So" in the supernatural horror film Sinister 2 and Chester in Tangerine.

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2015: Role in 'Tangerine' and 'Sinister 2'

In 2015, James Ransone played a supporting role in the comedy-drama film Tangerine and reprised his role in the sequel Sinister 2 as the main character.

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