Barry Hines - Actor Profile

Barry Hines

Writing
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
1Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 30, 1939
Birth Place: Barnsley, South Yorkshire, England, UK

About Barry Hines

An English author, playwright, screenwriter and amateur footballer. His novels and screenplays explore the political and economic struggles of working-class Northern England, particularly in his native West Riding/South Yorkshire. He is best known for the novel A Kestrel for a Knave (1968), which he helped adapt for Ken Loach's film Kes (1969). He collaborated with Loach on adaptations of his novels Looks and Smiles and The Gamekeeper, and the 1977 two-part television drama The Price of Coal. He also wrote the television film Threads, which depicts the impact of a nuclear war on Sheffield.

Barry Hines Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Barry Hines reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 1 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Barry Hines'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 Greg Davies: Looking for Kes, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Barry Hines Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Barry Hines's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Barry Hines has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2019 Greg Davies: Looking for Kes Self (archive Footage) Hit Similar →

Barry Hines - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Barry Hines?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Barry Hines is "Greg Davies: Looking for Kes" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Barry Hines acted in?

Barry Hines has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.

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