Who is Ben Barber in Ride Along?

Security guard turned police officer proving his worth through chaotic ride-alongs.

Who plays Ben Barber in Ride Along?

Ben Barber is played by Kevin Hart.

Ben Barber's abilities include security tactics, quick thinking, driving, hand-to-hand combat, tech usage.

Ben Barber has 4 mapped relationships in Ride Along. Explore the interactive relationship map for details.

Alignment: Hero
Species: Human
Abilities: Security tactics, Quick thinking, Driving, Hand-to-hand combat, Tech usage

Ben Barber — Romantic Girlfriend — Angela (Tika Sumpter)
Romantic partners whose relationship drives Ben's motivation to join the academy.
Ben Barber — Professional Mentor — James (Ice Cube)
Experienced detective mentoring a rookie through chaotic patrol shifts.
Ben Barber — Conflict Target — Omar (Laurence Fishburne)
Rookie protagonist directly clashing with the main villain.
Ben Barber — Conflict Deceiver — Santiago (John Leguizamo)
Corrupt cop who underestimates and is tricked by the rookie.