Major Barbara
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.
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Wendy Hiller
Major Barbara Undershaft
Rex Harrison
Adolphus Cusins
Robert Morley
Andrew Undershaft
Robert Newton
Bill Walker
Sybil Thorndike
The General
Emlyn Williams
Snobby Prince
Marie Lohr
Lady Britomart
Penelope Dudley-Ward
Sarah Undershaft
Walter Hudd
Stephen Undershaft
David Tree
Charles Lomax
Deborah Kerr
Jenny Hill
Donald Calthrop
Peter Shirley
Marie Ault
Rummy Mitchens
Cathleen Cordell
Mog Habbijam
Torin Thatcher
Todger Fairmile
Miles Malleson
Morrison
Felix Aylmer
James
Stanley Holloway
Policeman
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 14, 1941
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gabriel Pascal
- Screenplay & Story
- George Bernard Shaw
- Original Score
- William Walton
- Original Title
- Major Barbara
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Production Studios
- Gabriel Pascal Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gabriel Pascal
George Bernard Shaw
William Walton
Charles Frend
Gabriel Pascal
Department Leadership Roster
Gabriel Pascal
Director
George Bernard Shaw
Screenplay
Cecil Beaton
Costume Design
Gabriel Pascal
Producer
Charles Frend
Editor
William Walton
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Major Barbara
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
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 Adolphus Cusins, Barbara eventually grows disillusioned with her causes and begins to see things from her father's perspective.
Who directed Major Barbara?
Major Barbara was directed by Gabriel Pascal.
Who stars in Major Barbara?
The principal cast of Major Barbara includes Wendy Hiller, Rex Harrison, Robert Morley, Robert Newton, Sybil Thorndike.
When was Major Barbara released and how long is it?
Major Barbara was released in 1941 with a total runtime of 2h 1m.
Who composed the musical score for Major Barbara?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Major Barbara was composed by William Walton.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Major Barbara?
Major Barbara holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).