Barbara Windsor
ActingAbout Barbara Windsor
Dame Barbara Windsor, DBE (born Barbara Ann Deeks; 6 August 1937 - 10 December 2020) was an English actress, known for her appearances in the Carry On films and for playing Peggy Mitchell in the BBC One soap opera EastEnders. Windsor began her career on stage in 1950 and made her film debut in The Belles of St Trinian's in 1954 at the age of 13.
Barbara Windsor Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Barbara Windsor reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Barbara Windsor's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 56% of Barbara Windsor'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 A Cup O' Tea An' A Slice O' Cake - Worzel Gummidge Christmas Special, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Barbara Windsor Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Barbara Windsor's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Barbara Windsor has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Babs | Barbara Windsor | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Alice Through the Looking Glass | Mallymkun / Dormouse (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Alice in Wonderland | Mallymkun / Dormouse (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Celebrity Naked Ambition | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Second Star to the Left | Babs (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Wendy Richard: A Life on the Box | Peggy Mitchell (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Cor, Blimey! | self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Tom Jones : An Audience with Tom Jones | Self - Audience Member (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | What's a Carry On? | Self - Interviewee | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | A Perfect Carry On | Self - Presenter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Stop Messin' About!: The Very Best of Kenneth Williams | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Pussy in Boots | Wandawoman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Double Vision | Snow Queen Boss | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Norbert Smith: A Life | Greenham Women's Leader | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | It Couldn't Happen Here | Seaside Landlady/Neil's mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Comrades | Mrs. Wetham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Grand Knockout Tournament | Lady Knock of Alton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | A Cup O' Tea An' A Slice O' Cake - Worzel Gummidge Christmas Special | Saucy Nancy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | That's Carry On! | Herself | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Carry On Dick | Harriet | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Carry on Christmas | Virginia / Crompet / Fanny / Fifi / Ballerina / Lady Frances / Shopper | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Carry On Girls | Hope Springs | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | What a Carry On! | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Not Now Darling | Sue Lawson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Carry On Christmas (or Carry On Stuffing) | Milk Maiden / Pudding Club Member / Eve / Virgina Clodhopper / Madrigal Singer / Maid / Aladdin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Carry On Abroad | Sadie Tomkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Carry On Matron | Nurse Susan Ball | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Boy Friend | Hortense | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Carry On Henry | Bettina | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Carry On Again Christmas | Jim Hawkins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Carry On Christmas | Goose Thief / Fanny / Spirit of Christmas Present / Cinderella | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Carry On Again Doctor | Goldie Locks | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Carry On Camping | Babs | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Chitty Chitty Bang Bang | Blonde | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Carry On Doctor | Trainee Nurse Sandra May | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | A Study in Terror | Annie Chapman | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | San Ferry Ann | Hiker girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Carry On Spying | Agent Daphne Honeybutt | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Bargee | Factory Girl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Crooks in Cloisters | "Brother" Bikini | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Sparrows Can't Sing | Maggie Gooding | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Death Trap | Babs Newton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Hair of the Dog | Elsie Grumble | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | On the Fiddle | Mavis | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Flame in the Streets | Girlfriend | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Too Hot to Handle | Ponytail | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Make Mine a Million | Telephone Operator (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Lost | Young Girl in Chemist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | A Kid for Two Farthings | Blonde with a Crush on Sam (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Belles of St Trinian's | Schoolgirl (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Barbara Windsor - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Barbara Windsor?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Barbara Windsor is "A Cup O' Tea An' A Slice O' Cake - Worzel Gummidge Christmas Special" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Barbara Windsor acted in?
Barbara Windsor has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Barbara Windsor?
Other notable films include "Wendy Richard: A Life on the Box", "A Perfect Carry On", and "Pussy in Boots".