Robert Barrat
ActingAbout Robert Barrat
Robert Harriot Barrat (July 10, 1889 – January 7, 1970) was an American stage, motion picture, and television character actor.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert Barrat reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Robert Barrat's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 58% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert Barrat remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Wanderer of the Wasteland, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Robert Barrat Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Barrat's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert Barrat.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Complicated Women | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Big Parade of Comedy | Baxter in 'Go West' (archive footage) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Distant Drums | Gen. Zachary Taylor | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Baron of Arizona | Judge Adams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Doolins of Oklahoma | Marshal Heck Thomas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Bad Men of Tombstone | Leadville Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Joan of Arc | Jacques d'Arc, Joan's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Relentless | Ed Simpson | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | I Love Trouble | Lt. Quint | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Road to Rio | Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Time of Their Lives | Maj. Putnam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Just Before Dawn | Clyde Travers (as Robert H. Barrat) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Road to Utopia | Sperry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | They Were Expendable | The General | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Wanderer of the Wasteland | Uncle Jim Collinshaw | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Adventures of Mark Twain | Horace E. Bixby, Riverboat Captain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Johnny Come Lately | Bill Swain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | They Came to Blow Up America | Capt. Kranz | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Go West | 'Red' Baxter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Northwest Passage | Humphrey Towne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Union Pacific | Duke Ring | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Charlie Chan in Honolulu | Captain Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Marie Antoinette | Citizen-Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Buccaneer | Captain Brown | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Life of Emile Zola | Major Walsin-Esterhazy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Souls at Sea | The Reverend (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Draegerman Courage | Martin Crane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Black Legion | Brown (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Charge of the Light Brigade | Count Igor Volonoff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Mary of Scotland | Morton | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Last of the Mohicans | Chingachgook | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Trail of the Lonesome Pine | Buck Falin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Exclusive Story | Werther | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Captain Blood | Wolverstone | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Dr. Socrates | Dr. Ginder | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Special Agent | Chief of Internal Revenue Service | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Murder Man | Robins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | While the Patient Slept | Adolphe Federie | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Devil Dogs of the Air | Commandant | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Housewife | Sam Blake | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Fog Over Frisco | Thorne | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Upperworld | Police Commissioner Clark | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Gambling Lady | Mike Lee | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Hi, Nellie! | Brownell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Wild Boys of the Road | Judge R.H. White | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Baby Face | Nick Powers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Mayor of Hell | Fred Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Heroes for Sale | Max Brinker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Ann Carver's Profession | Andrew Simmons (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Picture Snatcher | Grover, Graphic News Owner | Hit | Similar → |
Robert Barrat - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Robert Barrat?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Barrat is "Wanderer of the Wasteland" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Robert Barrat acted in?
Robert Barrat has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Barrat?
Other notable films include "Baby Face", "Captain Blood", and "The Mayor of Hell".