Quick Facts
Born:
1949-05-01
Birthplace:
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA
Credits:
21 Total Roles
Douglas Barr
Directing
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Biography
Douglas Gregor Barr, born (May 1, 1949), in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA, is an American actor, director, and writer. He is best known for his role as Howie Munson in the popular 1980s television series, "The Fall Guy."
Barr's acting career also includes notable roles such as Alex Jagger in the television series "The Wizard," and Sam in the film "Spaced Invaders."
Transitioning from acting, Barr has established a prolific career as a director, primarily working on television movies. His extensive directing credits include numerous films for the Hallmark Channel, and television movies such as "Secrets of the Mountain." He has also contributed to the industry as a writer, with several teleplays to his credit.
In his personal life, Barr has been married to Clare Kirkconnell since June 9, 1984, and they have one child. Beyond his film industry endeavors, he is also the owner of the 2480 winery located in Napa Valley, California.
Barr's contributions to 1980s television and his successful transition to directing have solidified his place in the entertainment industry.
Barr's acting career also includes notable roles such as Alex Jagger in the television series "The Wizard," and Sam in the film "Spaced Invaders."
Transitioning from acting, Barr has established a prolific career as a director, primarily working on television movies. His extensive directing credits include numerous films for the Hallmark Channel, and television movies such as "Secrets of the Mountain." He has also contributed to the industry as a writer, with several teleplays to his credit.
In his personal life, Barr has been married to Clare Kirkconnell since June 9, 1984, and they have one child. Beyond his film industry endeavors, he is also the owner of the 2480 winery located in Napa Valley, California.
Barr's contributions to 1980s television and his successful transition to directing have solidified his place in the entertainment industry.
Known For
Murder, She Wrote
Mark Hazlitt
Murder, She Wrote
Greg Franklin
Deadly Blessing
Jim
The Love Boat
David Pursinger
The Fall Guy
Howie Munson
Spaced Invaders
Sam
The Unseen
Tony Ross
Designing Women
Colonel Bill Stillfield
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Wizard World Virtual Experiences 2020 - The Fall Guy Reunion MOVIE | Self |
| 1994 | One West Waikiki TV | Self |
| 1992 | Lady Boss TV | Jerry Masterson |
| 1991 | P.S. I Luv U TV | Self |
| 1990 | Menu for Murder MOVIE | Charles Henshaw |
| 1990 | Spaced Invaders MOVIE | Sam |
| 1990 | Rich Men, Single Women MOVIE | Richard Hancock |
| 1986 | Designing Women TV | Colonel Bill Stillfield |
| 1986 | The Wizard TV | Alex Jagger |
| 1985 | Night of 100 Stars II MOVIE | Self |