Phyllis Barry
ActingAbout Phyllis Barry
Phyllis Barry (born Gertrude Phyllis Hillyard, 7 December 1908 – 1 July 1954) was an English film actress. Born in Leeds, West Riding of Yorkshire, England, to Seth Henry and Bertha (née Giles) Hillyard, Barry appeared in over 40 films between 1925 and 1947.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Phyllis Barry reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 39 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Phyllis Barry's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Phyllis Barry remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Waterloo Bridge, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Phyllis Barry Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Phyllis Barry's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Phyllis Barry.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | Kitty | Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Frenchman's Creek | Woman in Gaming House (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Mysterious Doctor | Ruby | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Gentleman from Dixie | Secretary | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Unfinished Business | Sheila | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Shadows on the Stairs | Lucy Timson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Case of the Black Parrot | Julia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Waterloo Bridge | Second Girl at Estate Dance (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | I Was an Adventuress | Englishwoman at Exhibit (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Secrets of a Model | Sally Adams | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | We Are Not Alone | First Chorus Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Kid Nightingale | First Girl with Mrs. Reynolds (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Witness Vanishes | Miss Carson (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Jones Family in Hollywood | Actress (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Three Little Sew and Sews | Spy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Trade Winds | Ruth (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Nightshirt Bandit | Mrs. Chase | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Invisible Menace | Aline Dolman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Bulldog Drummond Comes Back | Hortense | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Step Lively, Jeeves! | Mrs. Tremaine (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Damaged Goods | Margie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Prince and the Pauper | Barmaid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Camille | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | To Mary - with Love | Guest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | One Rainy Afternoon | Felice | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Forbidden Heaven | Sybil Radford, Politician's Daughter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Bonnie Scotland | Gossip (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Infernal Triangle | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Moonstone | Ann Verinder | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Where Sinners Meet | The Chambermaid | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Love Past Thirty | Beth Ramsden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Hips, Hips, Hooray! | Madame Irene | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Long Lost Father | Party Guest | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Good-bye Love | Dorothy Blaine | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Diplomaniacs | Fifi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | What! No Beer? | Hortense | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Hollywood Premiere | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Reckless Decision | Dorothy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Cynara | Doris Emily Lea | Flop | Similar → |
Phyllis Barry - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Phyllis Barry?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Phyllis Barry is "Waterloo Bridge" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Phyllis Barry acted in?
Phyllis Barry has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Phyllis Barry?
Other notable films include "Diplomaniacs", "Three Little Sew and Sews", and "Camille".