Don Barker

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

13Total Films

7.0 Highest Rated

Born: Mar 8, 1940

Birth Place: Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

About Don Barker

Don Barker (born 8 March 1940) is an Australian actor, who has appeared in films, television theatre and radio, he best known for his role in the police procedural series Homicide as Detective Sargeant Harry White, and briefly in the prison drama Prisoner as social worker Bill Jackson.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Don Barker reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Don Barker'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 15% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Don Barker remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Rabbit-Proof Fence, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Don Barker Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Don Barker's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0

★7.0

Rabbit-Proof Fence: In 1931, three Aboriginal girls escape after being plucked from their homes to be trained as domestic staff, and set off

Rabbit-Proof Fence

2002•Adventure

★7.0

★7.0

Gallipoli: Two Australian sprinters face the brutal realities of war when they are sent to fight in the Gallipoli campaign in the O

Gallipoli

1981•War

★6.4

★6.4

Robbery Under Arms: Fourth adaptation and first made for television of the classic Australian bushranger novel "Robbery Under Arms" by Rolf

Robbery Under Arms

1985•Western

★5.9

★5.9

Black and White: Australia, 1958. When a nine year old white girl is found murdered, police are quick to arrest illiterate Aborigine, Max

Black and White

2002•Drama

★5.6

★5.6

Fair Game: A young woman running a wildlife sanctuary in the Australian outback is in for trouble when she is confronted by three k

Fair Game

1986•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Don Barker.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2002	Black and White	Ceduna Magistrate	Average	Similar →
2002	Rabbit-Proof Fence	Mr. Paul Evans	Hit	Similar →
2000	Cut	Original Producer	Flop	Similar →
1999	In a Savage Land	Barman	Flop	Similar →
1995	The Life of Harry Dare	Sergeant	Flop	Similar →
1994	The Battlers	Publican	Flop	Similar →
1989	A Sting in the Tail	Prime Minister	Flop	Similar →
1987	The Time Guardian	Undertaker	Flop	Similar →
1986	Playing Beatie Bow	Samuel	Flop	Similar →
1986	Fair Game	Frank	Average	Similar →
1985	Robbery Under Arms	Wilson	Average	Similar →
1981	Gallipoli	N.C.O. at Ball	Hit	Similar →
1979	Taxi!	Greg Day	Flop	Similar →

Don Barker - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Don Barker?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Don Barker is "Rabbit-Proof Fence" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Don Barker acted in?

Don Barker has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Don Barker?

Other notable films include "Gallipoli", "Robbery Under Arms", and "Black and White".