Barbara Leigh - Actor Profile

Barbara Leigh

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
14Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 16, 1946
Birth Place: Ringgold, Georgia, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Barbara Leigh reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Barbara Leigh's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Barbara Leigh remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Steve McQueen: American Icon, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Barbara Leigh Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Barbara Leigh's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0
Steve McQueen: American Icon (2017) movie poster
★7.0

Steve McQueen: American Icon: Steve McQueen truly is an American Icon. One of America's most endearing and intriguing movie stars, he "is still the Ki

Steve McQueen: American Icon

2017•Documentary
★6.6
Boss Nigger (1975) movie poster
★6.6

Boss Nigger: Two black bounty hunters ride into a small town out West in pursuit of an outlaw. They discover that the town has no she

Boss Nigger

1975•Western
★6.4
Smile Jenny, You're Dead (1974) movie poster
★6.4

Smile Jenny, You're Dead: David Janssen (The Fugitive) portrays dogged detective Harry in the telefilm that was the second of two pilots preceding

Smile Jenny, You're Dead

1974•Crime
★6.2
The President's Plane Is Missing (1973) movie poster
★6.2

The President's Plane Is Missing: When the President's plane mysteriously disappears with him on board, it is left to the seemingly weak Vice President to

The President's Plane Is Missing

1973•Drama
★6.1
Junior Bonner (1972) movie poster
★6.1

Junior Bonner: With his bronco-busting career on its last legs, Junior Bonner heads to his hometown to try his luck in the annual rodeo

Junior Bonner

1972•Western

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Barbara Leigh.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2017 Steve McQueen: American Icon Self Hit Similar →
1982 Famous T & A Bunny (archive footage) / Self (in Outtakes) Flop Similar →
1979 Mistress of the Apes Laura Flop Similar →
1979 Seven Alexa Average Similar →
1979 Swim Team Mrs. Mandrake, the Biorhythms Coach Flop Similar →
1975 Boss Nigger Miss Pruitt Hit Similar →
1974 Smile Jenny, You're Dead Mildred Average Similar →
1973 The President's Plane Is Missing WAF Average Similar →
1973 Terminal Island Bunny Campbell Flop Similar →
1972 Junior Bonner Charmagne Average Similar →
1971 The Christian Licorice Store 1st Starlet Flop Similar →
1971 Pretty Maids All in a Row Jean McDrew Average Similar →
1970 The Student Nurses Priscilla Flop Similar →
1969 The Ballad of Andy Crocker Mia Flop Similar →

Barbara Leigh - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Barbara Leigh?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Barbara Leigh is "Steve McQueen: American Icon" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Barbara Leigh acted in?

Barbara Leigh has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Barbara Leigh?

Other notable films include "Boss Nigger", "Smile Jenny, You're Dead", and "The President's Plane Is Missing".