Hilda Barry
ActingAbout Hilda Barry
Born Hilda Gentle on June 9, 1884, in Edmonton, London, England, Hilda Barry was a very active British character actress who had a very long and extensive career as well in comedies as in dramas. She appeared in over 150 roles on stage, on the big screen and on television. She died on Tuesday, May 29th, 1979 at the age of 94.
Hilda Barry Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Hilda Barry reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 30 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Hilda Barry's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 40% of Hilda Barry'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 Piano, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Hilda Barry Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Hilda Barry's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Hilda Barry has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | The Snow Queen | Granny | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | House of Mortal Sin | Mrs. Meldrum | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Red Riding Hood | The Grandmother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Secrets | Mrs. Function | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Steptoe & Son Ride Again | Woman with Carrot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | A Touch of the Victorians | Elsie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Night Duty | Mrs. Mullins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | On the Buses | Old Woman | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Melody | Granma Perkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Piano | Ada | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Carry On Loving | Grandma Grubb | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Fragment of Fear | Miss Dacey | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Goodbye Gemini | Stallholder | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Battle of Britain | Old Lady (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Coming Out Party | Grandma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Up the Junction | Old May | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | One Million Dollars | Dana | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Three Sisters | Antissa | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Dal sabato al lunedì | Lady Van Berg | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Never Back Losers | Mrs. Sanders | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | After the Show | Mrs. Morello | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Horrors of the Black Museum | Woman in Hall | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Innocent Sinners | Ellen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tiger in the Smoke | Mrs. Mary Talisman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde | Rosie's Landlady | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | John of the Fair | Ma Miggs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Yellow Balloon | Newspaper Vendor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Drayton Case | Mrs. Drayton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Spring-Heeled Jack | Mrs Crisp | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Frieda | Woman Talking to Official (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Hilda Barry - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Hilda Barry?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hilda Barry is "The Piano" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Hilda Barry acted in?
Hilda Barry has been featured in at least 30 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Hilda Barry?
Other notable films include "Dal sabato al lunedì", "Red Riding Hood", and "The Coming Out Party".




