Maurice Barrier
Biography
Maurice Barrier was a French actor and singer. Born on June 8, 1932, in Malicorne-sur-Sarthe, Sarthe, France, he made his stage debut in Caligula at the Théâtre National de Bretagne in Rennes at the age of 28. His first major role on television was in the film The Taking of Power by Louis XIV. Barrier appeared in several notable films, including The Tall Blond Man with One Black Shoe, Two Men in Town, Black and White in Color, Coup de tête, and Flic Story, alongside actors such as Jean-Paul Belmondo, Jean Gabin, Alain Delon, Pierre Richard, Gérard Depardieu, and Gérard Jugnot. He passed away on April 12, 2020, at the age of 87.
Career overview
Maurice Barrier began his acting career with his stage debut in the play Caligula, written by Albert Camus, at the Théâtre National de Bretagne in Rennes. His first major role on television was in the film The Taking of Power by Louis XIV.
He went on to appear in several notable films, including The Tall Blond Man with One Black Shoe, Two Men in Town, Black and White in Color, Coup de tête, and Flic Story. Barrier shared the screen with a range of prominent actors, such as Jean-Paul Belmondo, Jean Gabin, Alain Delon, Pierre Richard, Gérard Depardieu, and Gérard Jugnot.
Throughout his career, Maurice Barrier accumulated a significant number of credits, with a total of 50 known credits. His extensive body of work showcases his versatility as an actor and his ability to work with a variety of directors and co-stars.
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50 titles- À la recherche de... Pierre Richard (2017) as Self - Actor (archive footage)
- Marié(s) ou presque (2008) as Charles
- Pierre Richard, l'art du déséquilibre (2005) as Self
- La victoire des vaincus (2002) as Le grand-père
- The Happiest Place on Earth (1999) as Charrier
- Vivement dimanche (1998) as Self
- Louis la Brocante (1998) as Edgar de Bansac
- Les Allumettes suédoises (1996) as Bougras
- Un jour avant l'aube (1994)
- Catherine Courage (1993) as Magenta
- Louis, the Child King (1993) as Guitaud
- Goupi-Mains rouges (1993) as Mains rouges
- David Lansky (1989) as Angelo Sébastiani
- Les Jupons de la révolution (1989) as Montréal
- Rally (1989) as Diego
- Life and Nothing But (1989) as Mercadot
- Rouget le braconnier (1989) as le gendarme Javelle
- La Valise en carton (1988) as Alfredo
- Charlie Dingo (1987) as Chinaski
- The Fugitives (1986) as Superintendent Duroc
- The Way Out (1986) as Smuggler
- La Nuit de Santa-Klaus (1986)
- He Died with His Eyes Open (1985) as Arthur Chalon
- Scout Toujours (1985) as Marek
- The Specialists (1985) as Kovacs
- One Woman or Two (1985) as Le maire
- Des grives aux loups (1984) as Jean-Édouard Vialhe
- Des grives aux loups (1984) as Jean-Édouard Vialhe
- The Outsider (1983) as « Tonton »
- And the Ship Sails On (1983) as Ziolev
- The ComDads (1983) as Raffart
- Champs-Elysées (1982) as Self
- The Return of Martin Guerre (1982) as Pierre Guerre
- Les Chevaux du soleil (1980) as Antoine Bouychou
- Le Grand Fossé (1980)
- Hothead (1979) as Berri, boss of the 'Penalty'
- Le Cadran Solaire (1979)
- The Gang (1977) as Lucien
- Black and White in Color (1976) as Caprice
- Flic Story (1975) as Rene Bollec
- The Gypsy (1975) as Jacques Helman
- Paul Gauguin (1975) as Gauguin
- Two Men in Town (1973) as Investigating judge
- Hail the Artist (1973) as René, un acteur
- The Edifying and Joyous Story of Colinot (1973) as Host
- The Tall Blond Man with One Black Shoe (1972) as Chaperon, Toulouse agent
- Raphael or the Debauched One (1971) as Lasalle
- Scene of the Crime (1970) as Khamon
- The Taking of Power by Louis XIV (1966) as D'Artagnan
- La naissance du Grand Blond as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Maurice Barrier best known for?
Maurice Barrier is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Vivement dimanche (1998), Life and Nothing But (1989), The Fugitives (1986), He Died with His Eyes Open (1985).
When and where was Maurice Barrier born?
Maurice Barrier was born on June 8, 1932 in Malicorne-sur-Sarthe, Sarthe, France. They passed away on April 12, 2020.
How many credits does Maurice Barrier have?
Maurice Barrier has accumulated over 50 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1966 to 2017.
What is Maurice Barrier's background in cinema and television?
Maurice Barrier was a French actor and singer. Born on June 8, 1932, in Malicorne-sur-Sarthe, Sarthe, France, he made his stage debut in Caligula at the Théâtre National de Bretagne in Rennes at the age of 28. His first major role on television was in the film The Taking of Power by Louis XIV. Barrier appeared in sever...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Life and Nothing But (1989) as Mercadot — aged about 57
- Two Men in Town (1973) as Investigating judge — aged about 41
- The Tall Blond Man with One Black Shoe (1972) as Chaperon, Toulouse agent — aged about 40
- The Fugitives (1986) as Superintendent Duroc — aged about 54
- The Outsider (1983) as « Tonton » — aged about 51
- Champs-Elysées (1982) as Self — aged about 50
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