Barry Prima
Actor
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.
Filmography
The Devil's Sword
as Mandala 1984
Primitives
as Amri 1978
Sweet 20
as Police Chief 2017
Comic 8: Casino Kings - Part 1
as Barry / The Colonel 2015
Comic 8: Casino Kings - Part 2
as Barry / The Colonel 2016
Wolf
as Tommy 1981
Sundel Bolong
as Hendarto 1981
Hello Ghost
as Suami Tante Rosi 2023
Ferocious Female Freedom Fighters
as Barney 1982
Realita, Cinta dan Rock'n Roll
as Mariana 2006
The Warrior
as Jaka Sembung 1981
Special Silencers
as Hendra 1982
Fire of Vengeance
1982
Revenge of the Ninja
as Kiki 1984
The Snake Queen
as Andika 1982
The Warrior and the Ninja
as Jaka Sembung 1985