Barbara Young - Actor Profile

Barbara Young

Acting
Updated: Apr 13, 2026
10Total Films
7.4 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 9, 1931
Birth Place: Brighouse, England, UK

About Barbara Young

Barbara Young was an English actress best known for her role as the future Emperor Nero's mother, Agrippina, in the landmark 1976 BBC serial I, Claudius.

Known For: Acting

Barbara Young Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Barbara Young reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 10% of Barbara Young'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 The Keeper, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Barbara Young Movies Ranked

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

★7.4
The Keeper (2018) movie poster
★7.4

The Keeper: The story of a man whose love for football, for England and for the love of his life, Margaret, saw him rise from Nazi '

The Keeper

2018•Drama
★5.1
Hidden City (1987) movie poster
★5.1

Hidden City: Cassies Stuart leads the uncooperative Charles Dance into a world of misplaces government secrets, capalistic artists an

Hidden City

1987•Thriller
★5.0
The Vacillations of Poppy Carew (1995) movie poster
★5.0

The Vacillations of Poppy Carew: When Poppy Carew is faced with having to organize a funeral by herself, she finds new strength and learns much about lov

The Vacillations of Poppy Carew

1995•Romance
★5.0
Praying Mantis (1982) movie poster
★5.0

Praying Mantis: A middle-aged professor's young bride and his assistant plan to commit a double murder disguised as a "Crime Passionel",

Praying Mantis

1982•Romance
★0.0
Vinegar Trip (1973) movie poster
★0.0

Vinegar Trip: The title is taken from a Liverpool saying, "Off on a vinegar trip," which is applied to a person behaving strangely. Ba

Vinegar Trip

1973

Full Filmography

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2018 The Keeper Grandma Sarah Hit Similar →
2007 Elementary My Dear Viewer Self Flop Similar →
1995 The Vacillations of Poppy Carew Mrs Frobisher Flop Similar →
1991 Sleepers Elsie Flop Similar →
1987 Hidden City - Flop Similar →
1982 Praying Mantis Solicitor's Secretary Flop Similar →
1979 On Giant's Shoulders Teacher at hospital Flop Similar →
1979 The Out of Town Boys Maggie Flop Similar →
1973 Vinegar Trip Nora Flop Similar →
1972 The Reporters Greta Flop Similar →

Barbara Young - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Barbara Young?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Barbara Young is "The Keeper" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Barbara Young acted in?

Barbara Young has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Barbara Young?

Other notable films include "Hidden City", "The Vacillations of Poppy Carew", and "Praying Mantis".

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