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Barbara Archer

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
16Total Films
7.3 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 30, 1933
Birth Place: West Ham, London, England, UK

About Barbara Archer

Barbara Janet Archer (born in London in 1933) is a British actress. She is perhaps best known for her appearance in the 1958 film Dracula, starring Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing.

Known For: ActingIndustry Veteran

Barbara Archer Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Barbara Archer reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 16 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Barbara Archer's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 38% of Barbara Archer's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Dracula, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Barbara Archer Movies Ranked

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

★7.3
Dracula (1958) movie poster
★7.3

Dracula: After Jonathan Harker attacks Dracula at his castle, the vampire travels to a nearby city, where he preys on the family

Dracula

1958•Horror
★6.7
Libel (1959) movie poster
★6.7

Libel: A California commercial pilot sees a telecast in London of an interview with Sir Mark Lodden at his home. The Canadian i

Libel

1959•Drama
★6.6
Model for Murder (1959) movie poster
★6.6

Model for Murder: An American officer scours Britain in search of his dead brother's girlfriend and becomes involved in a jewel heist.

Model for Murder

1959•Crime
★6.6
A Kid for Two Farthings (1955) movie poster
★6.6

A Kid for Two Farthings: Joe is a young boy who lives with his mother, Joanna, in working-class London. The two reside above the tailor shop of M

A Kid for Two Farthings

1955•Drama
★6.5
Devil's Bait (1959) movie poster
★6.5

Devil's Bait: The police, with the help of a baker, try to find the owner a loaf of bread accidentally poisoned with potassium cyanide

Devil's Bait

1959•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Barbara Archer has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1968 Up the Junction May Average Similar →
1964 Rattle of a Simple Man Iris Flop Similar →
1964 633 Squadron Rosie, barmaid at the Black Swan Inn Average Similar →
1959 Devil's Bait Switchboard Operator Hit Similar →
1959 Libel Barmaid Hit Similar →
1959 In the Wake of a Stranger Barmaid Flop Similar →
1959 Model for Murder Betty Costard Hit Similar →
1958 Dracula Inga Hit Similar →
1957 Strangers' Meeting Rosie Foster Flop Similar →
1957 The Shiralee Shop Girl Flop Similar →
1957 Miracle in Soho Gladys Flop Similar →
1957 The Good Companions Barmaid Flop Similar →
1957 The Passionate Stranger Doris (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1956 The Feminine Touch Nurse Jenkins Average Similar →
1956 Jumping for Joy Marlene Hit Similar →
1955 A Kid for Two Farthings Madam Rita's Workroom Girl (uncredited) Hit Similar →

Barbara Archer - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Barbara Archer?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Barbara Archer is "Dracula" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Barbara Archer acted in?

Barbara Archer has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Barbara Archer?

Other notable films include "Libel", "Model for Murder", and "A Kid for Two Farthings".

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