Barbara Rush
ActingAbout Barbara Rush
Barbara Rush (January 4, 1927 - March 31, 2024) was an American Golden Globe Award-winning movie and television actress. In 1954, Rush won the Golden Globe Award as most promising female newcomer for her role in the 1953 American black-and-white science fiction film, It Came From Outer Space. Later in her career, Rush became a regular performer in the television series Peyton Place, and appeared in TV movies, miniseries, and a variety of other programs, including the soap opera All My Children, as well as starring in films including Bigger Than Life, The Young Philadelphians, The Young Lions, Robin and the 7 Hoods and Hombre.
Barbara Rush Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Barbara Rush reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 49 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Barbara Rush's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 27% of Barbara Rush'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 Dean Martin: King of Cool, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Barbara Rush Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Barbara Rush's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Barbara Rush has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Dean Martin: King of Cool | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Private Screenings: Robert Osborne | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Widow's Kiss | Edith Fitzpatrick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Theremin: An Electronic Odyssey | Helen Fields (archive footage) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Web of Deceit | Judith Hale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Summer Lovers | Jean Featherstone | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Night the Bridge Fell Down | Elaine Howard | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Can't Stop the Music | Norma White | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Flamingo Road | Eudora Weldon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Magic Night | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Death Car on the Freeway | Rosemary | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Portrait of Grandpa Doc | Bruce's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Last Day | Betty Spence | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Superdad | Sue McCready | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Peege | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Crime Club | Denise London | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Moon of the Wolf | Louise Rodanthe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Man | Kay Eaton | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Eyes of Charles Sand | Katharine Winslow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Cutter | Linda | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Suddenly Single | Evelyn Baxter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Strategy of Terror | Karen Lownes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Hombre | Audra Favor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Robin and the 7 Hoods | Marian Stevens | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Unknown | Leonora Edmond | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Come Blow Your Horn | Connie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Strangers When We Meet | Eve Coe | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Bramble Bush | Margaret 'Mar' McFie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | What Makes Sammy Run? | Kit Sargent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Young Philadelphians | Joan Dickinson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Harry Black and the Tiger | Christian Tanner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Young Lions | Margaret Freemantle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | No Down Payment | Betty Kreitzer | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Oh, Men! Oh, Women! | Myra Hagerman | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Bigger Than Life | Lou Avery | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Flight to Hong Kong | Pamela Vincent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | World in My Corner | Dorothy Mallison | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Kiss of Fire | Princess Lucia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Captain Lightfoot | Aga Doherty | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Black Shield of Falworth | Meg Falworth | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Magnificent Obsession | Joyce Phillips | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Taza, Son of Cochise | Oona | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | It Came from Outer Space | Ellen Fields | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Prince of Pirates | Countess Nita Orde | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Flaming Feather | Nora Logan | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | When Worlds Collide | Joyce Hendron | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The First Legion | Terry Gilmartin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Quebec | Madelon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Goldbergs | Debby Sherman | Hit | Similar → |
Barbara Rush - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Barbara Rush?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Barbara Rush is "Dean Martin: King of Cool" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Barbara Rush acted in?
Barbara Rush has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Barbara Rush?
Other notable films include "Prince of Pirates", "The Young Philadelphians", and "Private Screenings: Robert Osborne".