Barbara Barrie
ActingAbout Barbara Barrie
Barbara Barrie (born Barbara Ann Berman, May 23, 1931) is an American actress of film, stage and television. She is also an accomplished author. Her film breakthrough came in 1964 with her performance as Julie in the landmark film One Potato, Two Potato, for which she won the Best Actress Award at the Cannes Film Festival. She is best known for her role as Evelyn Stoller in Breaking Away, which brought her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress in 1979 and an Emmy Award nomination in 1981 when she reprised the role in the television series based on the film. On television she is perhaps best known for her portrayal, between 1975 and 1978, of the wife of the namesake captain in the detective sitcom Barney Miller. Barrie also is known for her extensive work in the theatre, receiving a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actress in a Musical in 1971 for originating the role of Sarah in Stephen Sondheim's Company.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Barbara Barrie reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 47 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Barbara Barrie'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 30% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Barbara Barrie remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Odd Couple: Together Again, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Barbara Barrie Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Barbara Barrie's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Barbara Barrie.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Things Like This | Portia Anthony | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | The Magnificent Meyersons | Celeste | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Keeping Company with Sondheim | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Significant Other | Helene Berman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Above All Things | Maggie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Six by Sondheim | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Harvest | Yetta Monopoli | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Twelve Thirty | Eve | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Six Wives of Henry Lefay | Mae | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Frame Of Mind | Thelma | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Second Best | Dorothea | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Judy Berlin | Sue Berlin | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | 30 Days | Barbara Trainer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | $pent | Mrs. Walsh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | A Chance of Snow | Ruth Pulmer | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Hercules | Alcmene (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | My Breast | Milly | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Odd Couple: Together Again | Gloria Unger | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | First Impressions | Anne Charney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | UFO Cafe | Delores | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Kojak: Flowers For Matty | Dora Mattingly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | My First Love | Ruth Waxman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Winnie | Mrs. Drake | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | After the Rain | Rachel Bonner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Real Men | Mom Pirandello | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | End of the Line | Jean Haney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Vital Signs | Frances | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Execution | Sophie Langbein | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Two of a Kind | Dottie Minor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Not Just Another Affair | Martha Dawson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Working | Schoolteacher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Barefoot In the Park | Mrs. Banks | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Children Nobody Wanted | Hanna | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Private Benjamin | Harriet Benjamin | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | To Race the Wind | Mrs. Krents | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Breaking Away | Evelyn Stoller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Bell Jar | Jay Cee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Summer of My German Soldier | Mrs. Bergen | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Child of Glass | Emily Armsworth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Tell Me My Name | Emily McPhail | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | For the Use of the Hall | Charlotte | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | To Be Young, Gifted and Black | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Rank and File | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Original Cast Album: Company | Self / Sarah | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | One Potato, Two Potato | Julie Cullen Richards | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Caretakers | Edna | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Giant | Mary Lou Decker | Super Hit | Similar → |
Barbara Barrie - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Barbara Barrie?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Barbara Barrie is "The Odd Couple: Together Again" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Barbara Barrie acted in?
Barbara Barrie has been featured in at least 47 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Barbara Barrie?
Other notable films include "My First Love", "Keeping Company with Sondheim", and "Vital Signs".