James Callis

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Characters played by James Callis

Gaius Baltar — Battlestar Galactica (2004)

Initially a pariah within the human fleet, he finds redemption through Cylon monotheism. Later appears as an angelic figure alongside Number Six in modern-day New York City, reflecting on the long-term impact of the colonists arrival on Earth over 150,000 years prior.

Adrian Tepes / Alucard — Castlevania (2017)

A dhampir who aids the fight against the demonic forces threatening Wallachia.

King Menelaus of Sparta — Helen of Troy (2003)

King of Sparta and Helen’s husband. He seeks war to reclaim her after Paris’s abduction. During the war, he duels Paris but is stopped by Agamemnon’s treachery. After Troy’s fall, he restrains himself from intervening when Agamemnon assaults Helen, later showing compassion by returning her to Sparta to rule as king and queen.

Gaius Baltar — Battlestar Galactica (2003)

Gaius Baltar is a celebrated scientist whose relationship with Number Six gives the Cylons access codes that help compromise the Colonial military network. After escaping Caprica, he is appointed by Roslin as a scientific adviser, while concealing his connection to the Cylons. Guided by Number Six’s hallucinatory appearances, he identifies Aaron Doral as a suspected Cylon.

Tom — Bridget Jones's Diary (2001)

Bridget's witty, gay best friend and loyal companion.

Tom — Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason (2004)

Jude's partner and part of the close-knit friend group.

Dr. Gaius Baltar — Battlestar Galactica: Razor (2007)

Flawed scientist, reluctant hero, guided by visions of Number Six.

Tom — Bridget Jones's Baby (2016)

Bridget's close friend and colleague, offers emotional support and companionship.

Haman, the Agagite — One Night with the King (2006)

Haman is an Agagite promoted to the highest-ranking official in Persia. He demands that the king's servants kneel before him, but Mordecai refuses. Driven by vengeance and hatred, Haman plots to destroy Mordecai and all Jews, then attacks Esther before King Xerxes orders his execution.

Todd Ambro — Narcopolis (2015)

Todd Ambro is the leader of Ambro and the principal force behind its time-travel drug program. He explains that Ben is needed to perfect the flawed drug, orders pressure and torture against Frank Grieves, and demonstrates the technology by sending Sidorov's dead body to another time.

Tom — Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (2025)

Bridget's colleague and friend, provides comic relief and practical support in her personal and professional life.

Colonel Andrews — Austenland (2013)

An obsequious male actor assigned to entertain guests at the resort, Colonel Andrews participates in the staged Regency romances. He later assists Miss Elizabeth Charming after she purchases the property and transforms it into a theme park, making him part of her new enterprise.

Career Overview

James Callis has 48 screen credits in a career dating back to 1997. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Bridget Jones with 4 titles. Signature works include Battlestar Galactica, Castlevania, Helen of Troy. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
48
Birth Date
1971-06-04
Birth Place
London, England, UK

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Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q374770), public domain (CC0).