Barry Linehan - Actor Profile

Barry Linehan

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
14Total Films
7.4 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 23, 1925
Birth Place: Ireland

Barry Linehan Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Barry Linehan reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 36% of Barry Linehan'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 Mutiny on the Buses, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Barry Linehan Movies Ranked

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

★7.4
Mutiny on the Buses (1972) movie poster
★7.4

Mutiny on the Buses: Bus driver Stan Butler agrees to marry Suzy, much to the anguish of Mum, her son-in-law, Arthur, and daughter Olive. How

Mutiny on the Buses

1972•Comedy
★6.6
Serena (1962) movie poster
★6.6

Serena: Scotland Yard investigate when a woman, apparently the estranged wife of a London painter, is murdered with a shotgun in

Serena

1962•Crime
★6.6
Witchcraft (1964) movie poster
★6.6

Witchcraft: When her grave is disturbed by modern-day land developers, a 300-year-old witch is accidentally resurrected and terroriz

Witchcraft

1964•Horror
★6.5
Death Trap (1962) movie poster
★6.5

Death Trap: A young woman commits suicide. Her sister is not ready to let the death go without someone answering a few questions. Na

Death Trap

1962•Crime
★6.5
Take It or Leave It (1981) movie poster
★6.5

Take It or Leave It: Autobiographical account of the cult 80's British pop group 'Madness (II)' , with members of the group playing themselve

Take It or Leave It

1981•Documentary

Full Filmography

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1990 Bullseye! Chesterton Flop Similar →
1981 Take It or Leave It Dublin Castle Manager Hit Similar →
1977 The Bass Player and the Blonde Platt Flop Similar →
1977 Silver Blaze Silas Brown Flop Similar →
1974 Barry McKenzie Holds His Own Quiz Panel Judge Flop Similar →
1974 All I Want Is You... and You... and You... Bull Donohue Flop Similar →
1973 Dark Places Asylum Gatekeeper Flop Similar →
1972 Mutiny on the Buses Policeman (Mobile) Hit Similar →
1971 Detective Waiting Cummins Flop Similar →
1971 Ireland, Mother Ireland Chief Prison Officer Flop Similar →
1964 Witchcraft Myles Forrester Hit Similar →
1963 The Rivals Paul Kenyon Average Similar →
1962 Death Trap Det. Sergeant Rigby Hit Similar →
1962 Serena Forensic Chemist Hit Similar →

Barry Linehan - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Barry Linehan?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Barry Linehan is "Mutiny on the Buses" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Barry Linehan acted in?

Barry Linehan has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Barry Linehan?

Other notable films include "Serena", "Witchcraft", and "Death Trap".

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