Phyllis Barry
ActingAbout Phyllis Barry
Phyllis Barry (born Gertrude Phyllis Hillyard, 7 December 1908 – 1 July 1954) was an English film actress. Born in Leeds, West Riding of Yorkshire, England, to Seth Henry and Bertha (née Giles) Hillyard, Barry appeared in over 40 films between 1925 and 1947.
Phyllis Barry Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Phyllis Barry reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 39 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Phyllis Barry's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 46% of Phyllis 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 Jones Family in Hollywood, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Phyllis Barry Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Phyllis Barry's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Phyllis Barry has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | Kitty | Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Frenchman's Creek | Woman in Gaming House (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Mysterious Doctor | Ruby | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Gentleman from Dixie | Secretary | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Unfinished Business | Sheila | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Shadows on the Stairs | Lucy Timson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Case of the Black Parrot | Julia | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Waterloo Bridge | Second Girl at Estate Dance (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | I Was an Adventuress | Englishwoman at Exhibit (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Secrets of a Model | Sally Adams | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | We Are Not Alone | First Chorus Girl | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Kid Nightingale | First Girl with Mrs. Reynolds (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Witness Vanishes | Miss Carson (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Jones Family in Hollywood | Actress (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Three Little Sew and Sews | Spy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Trade Winds | Ruth (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Nightshirt Bandit | Mrs. Chase | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Invisible Menace | Aline Dolman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Bulldog Drummond Comes Back | Hortense | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Step Lively, Jeeves! | Mrs. Tremaine (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Damaged Goods | Margie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Prince and the Pauper | Barmaid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Camille | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | To Mary - with Love | Guest | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | One Rainy Afternoon | Felice | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Forbidden Heaven | Sybil Radford, Politician's Daughter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Bonnie Scotland | Gossip (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Infernal Triangle | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Moonstone | Ann Verinder | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Where Sinners Meet | The Chambermaid | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Love Past Thirty | Beth Ramsden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Hips, Hips, Hooray! | Madame Irene | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Long Lost Father | Party Guest | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Good-bye Love | Dorothy Blaine | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Diplomaniacs | Fifi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | What! No Beer? | Hortense | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Hollywood Premiere | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Reckless Decision | Dorothy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Cynara | Doris Emily Lea | Flop | Similar → |
Phyllis Barry - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Phyllis Barry?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Phyllis Barry is "The Jones Family in Hollywood" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Phyllis Barry acted in?
Phyllis Barry has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Phyllis Barry?
Other notable films include "The Nightshirt Bandit", "Secrets of a Model", and "Forbidden Heaven".