Major Barbara
Originally released in 1941. Major Barbara is a comedy film. directed by Gabriel Pascal. With a runtime of 2h 1m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Wendy Hiller, Rex Harrison, and Robert Morley
Synopsis
Idealistic young Barbara is the daughter of rich weapons manufacturer Andrew Undershaft. She rebels against her estranged father by joining the Salvation Army. Wooed by professor-turned-preacher Adolphus Cusins, Barbara eventually grows disillusioned with her causes and begins to see things from her father's perspective.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 14, 1941
84 years ago
Runtime
2h 1m
121 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (20 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Wendy Hiller
as Major Barbara Undershaft
Rex Harrison
as Adolphus Cusins
Robert Morley
as Andrew Undershaft
Robert Newton
as Bill Walker
Sybil Thorndike
as The General
Emlyn Williams
as Snobby Prince
Marie Lohr
as Lady Britomart
Penelope Dudley-Ward
as Sarah Undershaft
Walter Hudd
as Stephen Undershaft
David Tree
as Charles Lomax
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Gabriel Pascal Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Major Barbara about?
Idealistic young Barbara is the daughter of rich weapons manufacturer Andrew Undershaft. She rebels against her estranged father by joining the Salvation Army. Wooed by professor-turned-preacher Ad...
Who directed Major Barbara?
Major Barbara was directed by Gabriel Pascal.
How long is Major Barbara?
Major Barbara has a runtime of 2 hours and 1 minutes (121 minutes total).
When was Major Barbara released?
Major Barbara was released on May 14, 1941 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Major Barbara?
The main cast of Major Barbara includes Wendy Hiller, Rex Harrison, Robert Morley, Robert Newton, Sybil Thorndike.