James Hooton
Actor
Active 1972–present
James Hooton is an English actor, best known for his role as Sam Dingle on the ITV soap opera Emmerdale, a role he has played since 1995.
Filmography
Corriedale: Backstage Pass (2026) — Sam DingleEmmerdale: The Dingles - For Richer, For Poorer (2010) — Sam DingleFive Seconds to Spare (2000) — The Alaska Factory: JakeThe Last Yellow (1999) — KeithTwentyFourSeven (1998) — 'Wolfman' KnightyCaptives (1994) — Trustee PrisonerLà-bas (Down There) (1994) — Kid with hyperactivityPeak Practice (1993) — FootballerThe Token King (1993) — WhittakerHeartbeat (1992) — Simon SutchExam Conditions (1992) — MervynEmmerdale (1972) — Sam Dingle