See also people named Brian James.

Brion James (born February 20, 1945 in Beaumont, California, died August 7, 1999 in Malibu, California) was an American character actor. Best known for playing the character of Leon in the movie Blade Runner, James portrayed a variety of colorful roles in well-known American films such as 48 Hours, Another 48 Hours, Tango & Cash , Silverado , Red Heat and The Player. James' commanding screen presence and formidable physique usually resulted in his casting as a heavy, appearing more frequently in lower budget horror and action films throughout the 1980s and 1990s. James appeared in more than 100 films before his career was tragically cut short by a fatal heart attack.

He was great friends with actor Tim Thomerson, and they were in the Vietnam War together.