T. Roy Barnes - Actor Profile

T. Roy Barnes

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
41Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 11, 1880
Birth Place: Lincolnshire, England, UK

About 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.

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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.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
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".

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