James Hartley — How to Build a Better Boy Character Profile

About James Hartley

Mae's father and a high-definition video game character designer who secretly works for the Pentagon. He develops the X-17 software, initially plans to retrieve Albert, but is persuaded to let him complete his programmed mission.

Character Facts

Played by

Roger Bart

Appears in

How to Build a Better Boy (2014)

Role

Supporting

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