Barry Boys

Barry Boys was an American actor and director who is best known for The Count of Monte Cristo, The Winter’s Tale, and Macbeth. He had a significant impact on television during the 1960s and became known for his contributions both in front of and behind the camera.

Personal and Family Life

Barry Boys was once married to actress Elizabeth Shepherd and they shared a life together in the film industry. He had a son named Edmund Boys, who is one of his surviving family members. Besides his acting career, he occasionally worked as a film critic, contributing articles mainly to the British magazine “Movie”.

Death and Legacy

Barry Boys passed away on January 23, 2012, in Montgomery, Alabama, due to lung cancer. His work in film and television left a lasting legacy, and he is remembered for his roles in several classic productions. His contributions as a director also helped enhance the quality of television during his era.

Filmography

Year Title Role Type Rating
1964 The Count of Monte Cristo Raoul, Baron de Château-Renaud TV Series 8.0
1964 Sergeant Cork Henry Cutts TV Series 7.9
1964 ITV Play of the Week Brauer TV Series 6.8
1963 Emergency-Ward 10 Daniel Wyatt TV Series 6.4
1962 No Hiding Place Eric Hodges TV Series 7.7
1961 Philoctetes Sailor TV Mini Series
1967 The Winter’s Tale Director TV Movie 6.5
1968 Macbeth Director TV Movie 8.5