Douglas Barr

Biography

Douglas Gregor Barr, born (May 1, 1949), in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA, is an American actor, director, and writer. He is best known for his role as Howie Munson in the popular 1980s television series, "The Fall Guy." Barr's acting career also includes notable roles such as Alex Jagger in the television series "The Wizard," and Sam in the film "Spaced Invaders." Transitioning from acting, Barr has established a prolific career as a director, primarily working on television movies. His extensive directing credits include numerous films for the Hallmark Channel, and television movies such as "Secrets of the Mountain." He has also contributed to the industry as a writer, with several teleplays to his credit. In his personal life, Barr has been married to Clare Kirkconnell since June 9, 1984, and they have one child. Beyond his film industry endeavors, he is also the owner of the 2480 winery located in Napa Valley, California. Barr's contributions to 1980s television and his successful transition to directing have solidified his place in the entertainment industry.

Most Known For

Murder, She Wrote

as Mark Hazlitt

Murder, She Wrote

as Greg Franklin

The Love Boat

as David Pursinger

Hotel

The Fall Guy

as Howie Munson

Designing Women

as Colonel Bill Stillfield

Battle of the Network Stars

Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest

as Self

Trauma Center

as Howie Munson

One West Waikiki

The Wizard

as Alex Jagger

P.S. I Luv U

When the Whistle Blows

Lady Boss

as Jerry Masterson

Deadly Blessing

as Jim

Spaced Invaders

as Sam

Night of 100 Stars II

as Self

The Unseen

as Tony Ross

Menu for Murder

as Charles Henshaw

Rich Men, Single Women

as Richard Hancock