Barbara Ferris

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Characters played by Barbara Ferris

Susan Eliot — Children of the Damned (1964)

Research team member assisting in the psychological evaluation of the children.

Dinah — Catch Us If You Can (1965)

A young actress and model known as the “Butcher Girl” from the “Meat for Go” television campaign, Dinah leaves with Steve during a commercial shoot. She considers buying Burgh Island, apparently hoping to escape the pressures of celebrity, but the island disappoints her. Zissell pursues her, and Steve ultimately says goodbye and leaves with his friends.

Betsy — A Place to Go (1963)

Betsy is Ricky Flint's pregnant sister and Jim's wife; she gives birth while the family shares the Flints' crowded home. She wants a house of their own, and after Jim's lorry is burned, the couple use the insurance money to move. Betsy finds the new home somewhat lonely, while Jim gives up his lorry-driving ambition for steadier factory work.

Violet — Bitter Harvest (1963)

Violet is Jennie's friend from Wales. She accompanies Jennie while walking through Cardiff and joins her in meeting Andy and his companion, who take the two young women to a fashionable bar and club. Her presence helps initiate the encounter that changes Jennie's life.

Nellie Gooding — Sparrows Can't Sing (1963)

Nellie is part of the household preparing for Charlie’s return and is told to tidy up before he arrives. The summary offers no further account of her actions, but her brief appearance helps establish the family’s anticipation of the disruption caused by Charlie coming home.

Career Overview

Barbara Ferris has 18 screen credits in a career dating back to 1956. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Village of the Damned with 1 titles. Signature works include A Nice Girl Like Me, Interlude, Catch Us If You Can. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
female
Known Credits
18
Birth Date
1942-07-27
Birth Place
London, England, UK

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q4858884), public domain (CC0).