Barry Prima

Biography

Hubertus Barry Knoch Prima, better known as Barry prima (born on August 19, 1954, in Bandung, West Java), is an Indonesian actor and martial artist renowned during the 1980s. He is the sixth of ten siblings, with a Dutch father and an Indonesian mother.

Barry's film career began with Primitif in 1978. However, he rose to fame after portraying the iconic character Jaka Sembung in Jaka Sembung Sang Penakluk (1981). Throughout his career, Barry has starred in more than 60 films, including Srigala (1981), The Devil's Sword (1984), and Menumpas Teroris (1986).

In addition to acting, Barry has a background in martial arts, particularly taekwondo, which supported his roles in various action films. He was once married to actress Eva Arnaz, though the marriage ended in divorce.

In 2023, Barry faced a challenging moment when his daughter, Feony Elizabeth, was reported missing for two days. Fortunately, she was found safe.

With his dedication and significant contributions, Barry Prima remains one of the legendary actors in Indonesia's film industry.

Known For

Carok

The Devil's Sword

Mandala from the Snake River

Permainan Membara

The Warrior

Calon Arang the Powerful Queen

Perjaka Terakhir 2

Panther

Filmography

2023 Hello Ghost

as Suami Tante Rosi

2017 Sweet 20

as Police Chief

2017 Demi Cinta

2016 Maju Kena Mundur Kena Returns

as Pak Barry

2016 Comic 8: Casino Kings - Part 2

as Barry / The Colonel

2015 Comic 8: Casino Kings - Part 1

as Barry / The Colonel

2013 Pintu Harmonika

2011 Get Married 3

as Pacar Nyai

2011 The Tarix Jabrix 3

as Melly's Father

2010 London Virginia

as Aba Virginia

2010 Perjaka Terakhir 2

2008 Lost in Love

as Reza (Adit's Father)

2008 XL: Extra Large

as Robert

2007 Six

as Pak Su'ud

2006 Realita, Cinta dan Rock'n Roll

as Mariana

2005 Joni's Promise

as Taxi Driver

1999 Against Passion

1998 Permainan Membara

1998 Gairah Membara

as Rigo

1996 Burning Passion

as Jack