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.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Edgar Barrier reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Adventure
The majority of Edgar Barrier's filmography leans towards the Adventure genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Edgar Barrier remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Invisible Man, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Edgar Barrier Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Edgar Barrier's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Edgar Barrier.
| 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 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Giant Claw | Dr. Karol Noymann | Flop | 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 | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Eyes of the Jungle | Max Kruger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The War of the Worlds | Prof. McPherson (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Count the Hours! | Dist. Atty. Jim Gillespie | Flop | 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 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Cyrano de Bergerac | Cardinal Richelieu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Last of the Buccaneers | George Mareval | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Secret Of St. Ives | Sgt. Carnac | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Rogues' Regiment | Colonel Mauclaire | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Macbeth | Banquo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Port Said | The Great Lingallo | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Adventures in Silverado | Robert Louis Stevenson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | To the Ends of the Earth | Grieg | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Rocky | John Hammond | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Tarzan and the Leopard Woman | Dr. Ameer Lazar | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Game of Death | Erich Kreiger | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Cornered | DuBois, Insurance Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Nob Hill | Lash Carruthers | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Secrets of Scotland Yard | John Usher / Robert Usher | Flop | 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) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Phantom of the Opera | Raoul D'Aubert | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | We've Never Been Licked | Nishikawa | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Journey into Fear | Kuvetli - tobacco salesman | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Adventures of Smilin' Jack | Tommy Thompson | Flop | 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 | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Danger in the Pacific | Zambesi | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Bombay Clipper | Man on Intercom (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | They Dare Not Love | Capt. Wilhelm Ehrhardt | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Comrade X | Rubick | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Escape | Commissioner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Too Much Johnson | Leon Dathis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Invisible Man | Radio Announcer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Green Specter | Le médecin | Flop | 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 "The Invisible Man" with a rating of 7.5/10.
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 "Prince of Pirates", "Escape", and "The Pride of the Yankees".