Barry Hilton
ActingAbout Barry Hilton
David Barry Hilton (born on 29 January 1956 in Salisbury, Southern Rhodesia) is a South African stand up comedian. Referred to by his middle name, Barry (aka ‘The Cousin’), actor and television personality. After 6 years of initially working as an electrician he tried his hand at comedy and turned professional in 1983 at the age of 26. Inspired by comedians Richard Pryor and Billy Connolly, Hilton’s personal style can best be described as a combination of observational, satirical and physical comedy. [Wikipedia]
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Barry Hilton reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Barry Hilton'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 63% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Barry Hilton remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Barry Hilton (the cousin): Live (& switched on), which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Barry Hilton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Barry Hilton's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Barry Hilton.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Van der Merwe | Freddie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Barry Hilton: The Live Series | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Barry Hilton: Serial Comic | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Outrageous | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Finding Lenny | Lenny Vincent | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Barry Hilton: Afri-Cousin | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Barry Hilton: Live Down Under | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Barry Hilton (the cousin): Live (& switched on) | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
Barry Hilton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Barry Hilton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Barry Hilton is "Barry Hilton (the cousin): Live (& switched on)" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Barry Hilton acted in?
Barry Hilton has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Barry Hilton?
Other notable films include "Barry Hilton: Afri-Cousin", "Van der Merwe", and "Barry Hilton: Serial Comic".