J. Barney Sherry
ActingAbout J. Barney Sherry
J. Barney Sherry (March 4, 1874 – February 22, 1944) was an American actor of the silent film era. He appeared in more than 210 films between 1905 and 1929. He was born in Germantown, Pennsylvania and died in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania from cardiovascular disease.
J. Barney Sherry Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of J. Barney Sherry reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of J. Barney Sherry's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 2% of J. Barney Sherry'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 White Sister, which stands out as a key performance.
Best J. Barney Sherry Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from J. Barney Sherry's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie J. Barney Sherry has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | Broadway Scandals | Le Maire | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Jazz Heaven | John Parker (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Brown Derby | Capt. Shay | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Live Wire | Henry Langdon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | A Little Girl in a Big City | Howard Young | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Crackerjack | Col. Perkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1924 | Born Rich | Maj. Romayne Murphy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The White Sister | Monsignor Saracinesca | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | A Woman's Woman | Senator James Gleason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | John Smith | Martin Lang | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Shadows of the Sea | Dr. Jordan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Back Pay | Charles G. Wheeler | Average | Similar → |
| 1921 | Burn 'Em Up Barnes | Whitney Barnes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Barbarian | James Heatherton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | Man-Woman-Marriage | Henshaw | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Dinty | Judge Whitely | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Go and Get It | 'Shut the Door' Gordon | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | A Gun Fightin' Gentleman | John Merritt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | A Man's Fight | Daavid Carr | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Mary Regan | Morton Sr | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Reckoning Day | Senator Wheeler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Borrowed Plumage | Earl of Selkirk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | A Strange Transgressor | John Hampton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Madcap Madge | Earl of Larsdale | Average | Similar → |
| 1917 | Love or Justice | Winthrop E. Haines | Average | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Iced Bullet | Richard Deering | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Weaker Sex | Edward Tilden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Aryan | Pioneer Spokesman | Average | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Stepping Stone | Horatio Wells | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Raiders | Dr. Hartman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | Between Men | Ashley Hampdon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Cup of Life | James Kellerman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Devil | Alfred Zanden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Mr. 'Silent' Haskins | Jim Black | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | A Lucky Blowout | Ebenezer Crum - the Country Sweetheart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Two-Gun Hicks | Hayes - the Gambler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Bargain | Phil Brent | Average | Similar → |
| 1913 | Silent Heroes | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Granddad | Granddad | Average | Similar → |
| 1913 | Past Redemption | Jim Howe - Nell's Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Grey Sentinel | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Sheriff's Adopted Child | Jim Brown - the Bandit | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | Custer's Last Fight | James McLaughlin | Average | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Outcast | Lone Bear, a Cheyenne Chief | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Lieutenant's Last Fight | Captain Haines | Average | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Heart of an Indian | Mr Brown | Average | Similar → |
| 1911 | Kit Carson's Wooing | The Express Agent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1911 | Little Dove's Romance | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1905 | Adventures of Sherlock Holmes | Bandit | Flop | Similar → |
| 1905 | Raffles, the Amateur Cracksman | Arthur J. Raffles | Flop | Similar → |
J. Barney Sherry - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of J. Barney Sherry?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring J. Barney Sherry is "The White Sister" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has J. Barney Sherry acted in?
J. Barney Sherry has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by J. Barney Sherry?
Other notable films include "Back Pay", "Love or Justice", and "The Crackerjack".