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Jim Gaines is an American actor credited under the name James Gaynes in film records. Born on May 18, 1955, in Maui, Hawaii, Gaines began appearing in cinema in the late 1970s. Their earliest documented role was an uncredited appearance in the 1979 film Apocalypse Now, a brief part typical of early-career actors seeking exposure in major productions.
In 1983, Gaines took an uncredited role as Skinny in Mad Dog II, a film within the action genre. Two years later, they appeared in American Ninja (1985) as Trucker, a small but distinct character role. These credits reflect Gaines' involvement in action and adventure films of the era, where supporting and background roles were common entry points for performers.
Gaines' filmography remains limited to these three entries, all from the 1970s a…
