Barry Van Dyke - Actor Profile

Barry Van Dyke

Acting
Updated: May 15, 2026
21Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 31, 1951
Birth Place: Atlanta, Georgia, USA

About Barry Van Dyke

Barry Van Dyke (born July 31, 1951) is an American actor and the second son of actor and entertainer Dick Van Dyke and Margie Willett, and nephew of Jerry Van Dyke.

Known For: ActingIndustry Veteran

Barry Van Dyke Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Barry Van Dyke reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Barry Van Dyke's work falls within the TV Movie genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 57% of Barry Van Dyke'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 Ghost of a Chance, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Barry Van Dyke Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Barry Van Dyke's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Ghost of a Chance (1980) movie poster
★10.0

Ghost of a Chance: After Jenny Clifford gets married, the ghost of her first husband comes back. Pilot episode for an unproduced series.

Ghost of a Chance

1980•Comedy
★10.0
Casino (1980) movie poster
★10.0

Casino: Mike Connors is a suave gambler who owns a floating hotel/casino which takes a turn when the passengers are stalked by a

Casino

1980•Action
★9.0
Stalk the Wild Child (1976) movie poster
★9.0

Stalk the Wild Child: A young boy who had been abandoned as a child and raised by wild dogs is taken to a university where a team attempts to

Stalk the Wild Child

1976•Drama
★8.2
Diagnosis Murder: Diagnosis of Murder (1992) movie poster
★8.2

Diagnosis Murder: Diagnosis of Murder: Convinced that his long-time patient Nick Osborn didn't murder his boss, Mark Sloan starts investigating the case himsel

Diagnosis Murder: Diagnosis of Murder

1992•Crime
★8.0
Diagnosis Murder: Town Without Pity (2002) movie poster
★8.0

Diagnosis Murder: Town Without Pity: In Los Rios enroute to Los Angeles, Carol makes an urgent call to her father, Dr. Mark Sloan, pleading for help. Arrivin

Diagnosis Murder: Town Without Pity

2002•Crime

Full Filmography

Every movie Barry Van Dyke has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2019 Heavenly Deposit Roland Flop Similar →
2019 The Untold Story Edward Flop Similar →
2012 Strawberry Summer Jim Landon Average Similar →
2010 6 Guns Frank Allison Flop Similar →
2008 Murder 101: The Locked Room Mystery Mike Bryant Hit Similar →
2007 Murder 101: If Wishes Were Horses Mike Bryant Hit Similar →
2007 Murder 101: College Can be Murder Mike Bryant Hit Similar →
2006 Light Years Away Colonel Burke Flop Similar →
2006 Murder 101 Mike Bryant Hit Similar →
2002 Diagnosis Murder: Without Warning Steve Sloan Flop Similar →
2002 Diagnosis Murder: Town Without Pity Steve Sloan Super Hit Similar →
1993 Diagnosis Murder: A Twist of the Knife Det. Steve Sloan Average Similar →
1992 Diagnosis Murder: The House on Sycamore Street Det. Steve Sloan Average Similar →
1992 Diagnosis Murder: Diagnosis of Murder Steve Sloan Super Hit Similar →
1985 The Canterville Ghost John Otis Hit Similar →
1982 Foxfire Light Linc Wilder Hit Similar →
1980 Conquest of the Earth Lt. Dillon Hit Similar →
1980 Casino Edge Super Hit Similar →
1980 Ghost of a Chance Wayne Clifford Super Hit Similar →
1977 It Happened at Lakewood Manor Richard Cyril Flop Similar →
1976 Stalk the Wild Child Volleyball Player Super Hit Similar →

Barry Van Dyke - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Barry Van Dyke?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Barry Van Dyke is "Ghost of a Chance" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Barry Van Dyke acted in?

Barry Van Dyke has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Barry Van Dyke?

Other notable films include "Casino", "Stalk the Wild Child", and "Diagnosis Murder: Diagnosis of Murder".

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