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Acting
John Barrie
John Barrie is best known for The Saint, The Adventures of Robin Hood, The Third Man and Man in a Suitcase. John Barrie was born on May 6, 1917. John Barrie died on March 24, 1980 at the age of 62.
- Born
- May 6, 1917
- Place of birth
- New Brighton, Merseyside, England, UK
- Died
- March 24, 1980 (62 years old)
Biography
John Barrie was an English actor who appeared in a number of television shows and films. He became well known for playing the title character on the police series Sergeant Cork from 1963–1968 and playing Detective Inspector Hudson on Z-Cars from 1967–1968.
Known for
Filmography
- 1972The AdventurerVladimir Horvic
- 1970Play for TodayEdwin
- 1969The DoctorsDr John Somers
- 1968The Jazz AgeJack Hollins
- 1968Nearest and DearestRupert Tempest
- 1967Man in a Suitcase
- 1967Sir Arthur Conan DoyleMr. Sheldrake
- 1967ITV PlayhouseUncle Sid
- 1965Gideon's WayWill Rikker
- 1965Thirty-Minute TheatreNathan Pimblett
- 1964The Wednesday PlayFred Moore
- 1964The Brothers KaramazovFyodor Karamazo
- 1963Sergeant CorkSergeant Cork
- 1962The SaintColeman
- 1962Z-CarsDCI Sam Hudson
- 1961The Younger GenerationDad
- 1961Drama 61-67Jeff
- 1961Jack and KnavesDet. Sgt. Tom Hitchin
- 1960Theatre '70Joe Saul
- 1959The Artful Dodger
- 1959The Third Man
- 1956Armchair TheatreGracey
- 1955The Adventures of Robin HoodYeoman
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has John Barrie been in?
John Barrie is best known for The Saint, The Adventures of Robin Hood, The Third Man and Man in a Suitcase.
When was John Barrie born?
John Barrie was born on May 6, 1917. (New Brighton, Merseyside, England, UK)
How old is John Barrie?
John Barrie died on March 24, 1980 at the age of 62.
Updated: November 5, 2026 ·