Edgar Barrier
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Edgar Barrier (March 4, 1907 - June 20, 1964) was an American actor who appeared on radio, stage, and screen. In the 1930s he was a member of Orson Welles' Mercury Theatre and played Simon Templar on The Saint radio show. Barrier was born in New York City and died in Hollywood, California. Description above from the Wikipedia article Edgar Barrier, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Edgar Barrier Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Edgar Barrier 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 Edgar Barrier's work falls within the Adventure genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 56% of Edgar Barrier'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 Song of Mexico, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Edgar Barrier Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Edgar Barrier's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Edgar Barrier has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | Snow White and the Three Stooges | King Augustus | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Pirates of Tortuga | Sir Thomas Mollyford | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | On the Double | Blankmeister | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Juke Box Rhythm | Ambassador Truex | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Rumble on the Docks | Pete Smigelski | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Princess of the Nile | Shaman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Saracen Blade | Baron Rogliano | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Stand at Apache River | Cara Blanca | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Golden Blade | Caliph | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Eyes of the Jungle | Max Kruger | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The War of the Worlds | Prof. McPherson (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Count the Hours! | Dist. Atty. Jim Gillespie | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Destination Gobi | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Prince of Pirates | Count Blanco | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Whip Hand | Dr. Edward Keller | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Hurricane Island | Ponde de Leon | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Cyrano de Bergerac | Cardinal Richelieu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Joe Palooka in the Squared Circle | Dist. Atty. Michael Brogden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Last of the Buccaneers | George Mareval | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Secret Of St. Ives | Sgt. Carnac | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Rogues' Regiment | Colonel Mauclaire | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Macbeth | Banquo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Port Said | The Great Lingallo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Adventures in Silverado | Robert Louis Stevenson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | To the Ends of the Earth | Grieg | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Rocky | John Hammond | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Tarzan and the Leopard Woman | Dr. Ameer Lazar | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Song of Mexico | Gregory Davis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Game of Death | Erich Kreiger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Cornered | DuBois, Insurance Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Nob Hill | Lash Carruthers | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Secrets of Scotland Yard | John Usher / Robert Usher | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Cobra Woman | Martok | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Flesh and Fantasy | Stranger in Mask Shop (segment 1) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Crazy House | Studio Actor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Phantom of the Opera | Raoul D'Aubert | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | We've Never Been Licked | Nishikawa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Journey into Fear | Kuvetli - tobacco salesman | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Adventures of Smilin' Jack | Tommy Thompson | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Arabian Nights | Nadan | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sherlock Holmes and the Voice of Terror | Voice of Terror (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Pride of the Yankees | Hospital Doctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Eagle Squadron | Wadislaw Borowsky | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Danger in the Pacific | Zambesi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Bombay Clipper | Man on Intercom (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | They Dare Not Love | Capt. Wilhelm Ehrhardt | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Comrade X | Rubick | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Escape | Commissioner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Invisible Man | Radio Announcer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Green Specter | Le médecin | Super Hit | Similar → |
Edgar Barrier - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Edgar Barrier?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Edgar Barrier is "Song of Mexico" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Edgar Barrier acted in?
Edgar Barrier has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Edgar Barrier?
Other notable films include "The Green Specter", "Prince of Pirates", and "Eyes of the Jungle".