Barbara Payton
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Barbara Payton (November 16, 1927 – May 8, 1967) was an American film actress best known for her stormy social life and eventual battles with alcohol and drug addiction. Her life has been the subject of several books including Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye: The Barbara Payton Story (2007), by John O'Dowd, and L.A. Despair: A Landscape of Crimes and Bad Times (2005), by John Gilmore. Description above from the Wikipedia article Barbara Payton, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Barbara Payton Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Barbara Payton reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 16 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Barbara Payton's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 31% of Barbara Payton'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 Pecos Pistol, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Barbara Payton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Barbara Payton's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Barbara Payton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Freeing “Trapped” | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | 4 for Texas | Town citizen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Murder Is My Beat | Eden Lane | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Great Jesse James Raid | Kate | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Run for the Hills | Jane Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Four Sided Triangle | Lena / Helen | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Flanagan Boy | Lorna Vecchi | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Bride of the Gorilla | Dina Van Gleder | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Drums in the Deep South | Kathy Summers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Only the Valiant | Cathy Eversham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Dallas | Flo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye | Holiday Carleton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Pecos Pistol | Kate McCormick | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Trapped | Meg Dixon | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Once More, My Darling | Girl Photographer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Silver Butte | Rita Landon | Flop | Similar → |
Barbara Payton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Barbara Payton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Barbara Payton is "The Pecos Pistol" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Barbara Payton acted in?
Barbara Payton has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Barbara Payton?
Other notable films include "Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye", "Only the Valiant", and "Dallas".