James Broderick is best known to filmgoers of the flower-power generation for his performance as Alice's husband in the 1969 film Alice's Restaurant. Was the father of contemporary film star Matthew Broderick.

Born 7th March 1927 Charlestown, New Hampshire, USA.

Movies include "Alice's Restaurant" (1969), "The Taking of Pelham One Two Three" (1974) and "Dog Day Afternoon" (1975).

Television work includes "As the World Turns", "The Edge of Night", "Family" and "Roots: The Next Generations".