
T. Roy Barnes
ActingAbout T. Roy Barnes
Barnes appeared in over 50 films between 1920 and 1935, primarily in comedies. Barnes started his show career in vaudeville later turning to stage and film acting. During the 1920s, he often played "brash young go-getters" in supporting and leading roles. He’s best known for his roles as Buster Keaton's business partner Billy Meekin in Seven Chances (1925) and in W. C. Fields' comedy It's a Gift (1934), portraying an inquisitive Insurance Salesman. He retired from movies in 1935 and died two years later.
T. Roy Barnes Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of T. Roy Barnes reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 41 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of T. Roy Barnes's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 80% of T. Roy Barnes'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 Unknown Cavalier, which stands out as a key performance.
Best T. Roy Barnes Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from T. Roy Barnes's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie T. Roy Barnes has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | Doubting Thomas | LaMaze | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Village Tale | Goggy Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Four Star Boarder | Felix | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Life Begins at Forty | Simonds, the Salesman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Carnival | Salesman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | It's a Gift | Insurance Salesman | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Kansas City Princess | Alderman James 'Jim' Cameron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Women of All Nations | Captain of the Marines | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Aloha | Johnny Marvin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Screen Snapshots Series 10, No. 5 | T. Roy Barnes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | How's My Baby? | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Wide Open | Bob Wyeth | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Sally | Otis Hooper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Dangerous Curves | Pa Spinelli | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | A Blonde for a Night | George | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | Chicago | Reporter | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | Body and Soul | The Postman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | A Regular Scout | Steve Baxter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Unknown Cavalier | Clout Pettingill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Ladies of Leisure | Eric Van Norden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Crowded Hour | Matt Wilde | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Seven Chances | Billy Meekin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Re-Creation of Brian Kent | Harry Green | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Reckless Romance | Jerry Warner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Butterfly | Cy Dwyer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Young Ideas | Pritchett Spence | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Great White Way | Jack Murray | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Hollywood | T. Roy Barnes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Souls for Sale | Self - Celebrity Actor in Commissary | Average | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Go-Getter | Bill Peck | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Adam and Eva | The Salesman-Hero | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Old Homestead | Happy Jack | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | A Trip to Paramountown | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Is Matrimony a Failure? | Arthur Haviland | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Don't Get Personal | John Wainwright | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Too Much Wife | Jack Morgan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | Exit the Vamp | John Shipley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | Her Face Value | Jimmy Parsons | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | A Kiss in Time | Brian Moore | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | See My Lawyer | Robert Gardner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | So Long Letty | Harry Miller | Super Hit | Similar → |
T. Roy Barnes - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of T. Roy Barnes?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring T. Roy Barnes is "The Unknown Cavalier" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has T. Roy Barnes acted in?
T. Roy Barnes has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by T. Roy Barnes?
Other notable films include "The Four Star Boarder", "Life Begins at Forty", and "The Crowded Hour".




