Majel Barrett
ActingAbout Majel Barrett
Majel Barrett-Roddenberry (born Majel Leigh Hudec; February 23, 1932 – December 18, 2008) was an American actress and producer. She is perhaps best known for her role as Nurse Christine Chapel in the original Star Trek series, and for being the voice of most onboard computer interfaces throughout the series. She was also the wife of Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry. As a result of her marriage to Gene Roddenberry and her ongoing relationship with Star Trek – participating in some way in every series to date – she was sometimes referred to as "the First Lady of Star Trek". She and Gene Roddenberry were married in Japan on August 6, 1969, after the cancellation of the Star Trek: The Original Series. They had one son together, Eugene "Rod" Roddenberry, Jr., born in 1974.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Majel Barrett reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 35 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Sci-Fi
The majority of Majel Barrett's filmography leans towards the Sci-Fi 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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Majel Barrett remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Star Trek: The Next Generation - Redemption, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Majel Barrett Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Majel Barrett's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Majel Barrett.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Hamlet A.D.D. | Queen Robot (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Star Trek: The Next Generation - Redemption | Enterprise Computer (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Trek Nation | Herself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Star Trek | Starfleet Computer (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Star Trek: Nemesis | Computer (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Star Trek: Voyager - Dark Frontier | Voyager Computer (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Trekkies | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Star Trek: First Contact | Computer (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Star Trek Story | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Mommy | Mrs. Withers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Launch of Star Trek: Voyager | Host | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Star Trek: Generations | Computer (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Teresa's Tattoo | Henrietta | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Star Trek: 25th Anniversary Special | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home | Commander Chapel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Man in the Santa Claus Suit | Miss Forsythe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Star Trek: The Motion Picture | Dr. Christine Chapel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Suicide's Wife | Clarissa Harmon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Spectre | Lilith | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Domino Principle | Mrs. Schnaible | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Planet Earth | Yuloff | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Questor Tapes | Dr. Bradley | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Westworld | Miss Carrie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Genesis II | Primus Dominic | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Track Of Thunder | Georgia Clark | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | A Guide for the Married Man | Mrs. Fred V. | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Star Trek: The Menagerie | Number One / Enterprise Computer (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Country Boy | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Sylvia | Anne (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Star Trek: The Cage | Number One | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Quick and the Dead | Teresa | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Love in a Goldfish Bowl | Alice | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Black Orchid | Luisa | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | As Young As We Are | Joyce Goodwin | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter? | Shampoo Demonstrator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Majel Barrett - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Majel Barrett?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Majel Barrett is "Star Trek: The Next Generation - Redemption" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Majel Barrett acted in?
Majel Barrett has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Majel Barrett?
Other notable films include "Star Trek: The Menagerie", "Star Trek", and "Star Trek: First Contact".