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James Finley Ransone III (June 2, 1979 – December 19, 2025) was an American actor and musician. He was best known for his roles as Ziggy Sobotka in the second season of the drama series The Wire, United States Marine Corps Cpl. Josh Ray Person in the war drama miniseries Generation Kill (2008), The Deputy in the supernatural horror films Sinister (2012) and Sinister 2 (2015), Chester in Tangerine (2015), the adult Eddie Kaspbrak in It Chapter Two (2019), and Max in The Black Phone movies.

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James Ransone
James Ransone
46 years (Jun 2, 1979 – Dec 19, 2025)
Baltimore, Maryland, USA
53 Movies
16 TV Shows
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James Ransone

Known for
The Wire
Chester 'Ziggy' Sobotka
Sinister
Deputy
Ken Park
Tate
Mr. Right
Von Cartigan
One of the most singular supporting actors of American horror and drama cinema. He came to prominence as Ziggy Sobotka in the second season of HBO's acclaimed series 'The Wire' (2003). He played the adult Eddie Kaspbrak in 'It Chapter Two' (2019), a Stephen King adaptation, and starred in 'The Black Phone' (2022) and 'Sinister' (2012). He appeared in 'Generation Kill' (2008) and the series 'Low Winter Sun' (2013). American actor identified with horror cinema and prestige television fiction, recognized for his nervous, intense range in genre productions.
One of the most singular supporting actors of American horror and drama cinema. He came to prominence as Ziggy Sobotka in the second season of HBO's acclaimed series 'The Wire' (2003). He played the adult Eddie Kaspbrak in 'It Chapter Two' (2019), a Stephen King adaptation, and starred in 'The Black Phone' (2022) and 'Sinister' (2012). He appeared in 'Generation Kill' (2008) and the series 'Low Winter Sun' (2013). American actor identified with horror cinema and prestige television fiction, recognized for his nervous, intense range in genre productions.
Known for
The Wire
Chester 'Ziggy' Sobotka
Sinister
Deputy
Ken Park
Tate
Mr. Right
Von Cartigan
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Max
★ 6.7
2025
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★ 5.8
2023
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★ 7.4
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The Black Phone
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★ 7.5
2022
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Small Engine Repair
PJ
★ 6.1
2021
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50 States of Fright
Sebastian Klepner · 2 episodes
★ 7.2
2020
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What We Found
Sgt. Steven Mohler
★ 5.0
2020
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It Chapter Two
Eddie Kaspbrak
★ 6.8
2019
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Captive State
Ellison
★ 5.7
2019
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is James Ransone still alive?
James Ransone passed away on December 19, 2025 at age 46.
What are the most famous roles of James Ransone?
James Ransone is best known for roles in It Chapter Two, Inside Man, Sinister.
How many movies has James Ransone been in?
Over a 24-year career (since 2001), James Ransone has appeared in 53 movies and 16 TV shows.
What was James Ransone's first movie?
The career of James Ransone began with The American Astronaut (2001).
What is James Ransone's most recent movie or series?
James Ransone's most recent release is Black Phone 2, which premiered on October 15, 2025.
What TV shows has James Ransone appeared in?
On television, James Ransone has appeared in The Wire, Hawaii Five-0, SEAL Team, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.
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James Ransone
James Ransone
1979-06-02 · Baltimore, Maryland, USA

James Finley Ransone III (June 2, 1979 – December 19, 2025) was an American actor and musician. He was best known for his roles as Ziggy Sobotka in the second season of the drama series The Wire, United States Marine Corps Cpl. Josh Ray Person in the war drama miniseries Generation Kill (2008), The Deputy in the supernatural horror films Sinister (2012) and Sinister 2 (2015), Chester in Tangerine (2015), the adult Eddie Kaspbrak in It Chapter Two (2019), and Max in The Black Phone movies.James Ransone, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

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