Meche Barba - Actor Profile

Meche Barba

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
37Total Films
7.9 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 25, 1922
Birth Place: New York City, New York, USA

About Meche Barba

Meche Barba (New York City, New York September 24, 1922 – Mexico City January 14, 2000) (born Mercedes Barba Feito), was an American-born Mexican film actress and dancer of the Golden age of Mexican cinema in the 1940s and 1950s. She was considered one of the icons of the "Rumberas film".

Meche Barba Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Meche Barba reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 37 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 8% of Meche Barba'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 ¡Acá las Tortas!, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Meche Barba Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Meche Barba's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Meche Barba has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1992 Los años de Greta Gloria Average Similar →
1991 Amor y venganza - Average Similar →
1979 México de mis amores - Average Similar →
1954 As negro - Average Similar →
1953 Reportaje Woman accusing her servant Hit Similar →
1953 Mi papá tuvo la culpa - Flop Similar →
1953 The Naked Woman Magda Average Similar →
1953 Ambitious Estela Durán Average Similar →
1953 Quiero vivir Mercedes Rios Average Similar →
1952 Póker de ases - Average Similar →
1952 When Children Sin Aurora López Flop Similar →
1952 Yo fui una callejera - Average Similar →
1952 Pasionaria - Flop Similar →
1952 Dancing, salón de baile Elvia Flop Similar →
1951 Cuando tú me quieras - Flop Similar →
1951 ¡Acá las Tortas! María Super Hit Similar →
1951 Love for Sale - Average Similar →
1951 Apartment house Carmela Average Similar →
1950 Si fuera una cualquiera - Flop Similar →
1950 Street Love Queta Average Similar →
1950 Cuando el alba llegue - Flop Similar →
1949 Venus de fuego - Flop Similar →
1949 Eterna agonía Margarita Average Similar →
1949 Laura's Sin Laura Average Similar →
1949 Lola Casanova Lola Casanova Average Similar →
1949 Negra consentida - Flop Similar →
1949 Una mujer con pasado - Flop Similar →
1948 Cortesana - Average Similar →
1948 Músico, poeta y loco - Hit Similar →
1948 Lazos de fuego - Flop Similar →
1947 Gran Casino Camelia Flop Similar →
1946 Smoke in the Eyes María Ester Average Similar →
1946 Loco y vagabundo - Flop Similar →
1946 El hijo de nadie - Average Similar →
1946 Rancho de mis recuerdos - Flop Similar →
1945 Rosalinda - Flop Similar →
1944 Sota, caballo y rey - Flop Similar →

Meche Barba - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Meche Barba?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Meche Barba is "¡Acá las Tortas!" with a rating of 7.9/10.

How many movies has Meche Barba acted in?

Meche Barba has been featured in at least 37 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Meche Barba?

Other notable films include "Músico, poeta y loco", "Reportaje", and "Los años de Greta".

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