Barry McGovern
ActingBarry McGovern Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Barry McGovern reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 31 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Barry McGovern's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 26% of Barry McGovern'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 Searching for Sam: Adrian Dunbar on Samuel Beckett, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Barry McGovern Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Barry McGovern's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Barry McGovern has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Blue Fiddle | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | At Sea | Whale (Voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Apocalypse Clown | DuCoque | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | A Sunken Place | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Sprachlos in Irland | Mr. O'Toole | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Wild Mountain Thyme | Cleary | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Searching for Sam: Adrian Dunbar on Samuel Beckett | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Cecelia Ahern: Dich zu lieben | Direktor Russell | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Royally Ever After | King Edmond | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Citizen Lane | William Martin Murphy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Penance | The Commandant | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Cured | Patrick Ryan | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | My Name Is Emily | Dr. Golding | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Gift of the Magi | Gary Janardi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Studs | Secret Agent Smart | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Waiting for Godot | Vladimir | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The General | IRA Man 1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Miracle at Midnight | Rabbi Ben Abrams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Informant | Courtroom Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Driftwood | McTavish | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Braveheart | King's Advisor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Far and Away | McGuire | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Blind Alley | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Treaty | Eamon de Valera | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Billy Bathgate | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | August Saturday | Desmond | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Joe Versus the Volcano | Luggage Salesman | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Dear Sarah | Giuseppe Conlon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Riders to the Sea | Bartley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Katie: The Year of a Child | Sean | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Forgiveness | Erskine Childers | Flop | Similar → |
Barry McGovern - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Barry McGovern?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Barry McGovern is "Searching for Sam: Adrian Dunbar on Samuel Beckett" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Barry McGovern acted in?
Barry McGovern has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Barry McGovern?
Other notable films include "Braveheart", "Miracle at Midnight", and "Waiting for Godot".