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.

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Filmography

View Murder, She Wrote
Murder, She Wrote

Murder, She Wrote

1984Series
7.5
View The Love Boat
The Love Boat

The Love Boat

1977Series
6.3
View Hotel
Hotel

Hotel

1982Series
6.8
View The Fall Guy
The Fall Guy

The Fall Guy

1981Series
7.6
View Designing Women
Designing Women

Designing Women

1986Series
6.8
View One West Waikiki
One West Waikiki

One West Waikiki

1994Series
7.4
View Trauma Center
Trauma Center

Trauma Center

1983Series
5.0
View Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest
Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest

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

1972Series
6.5
View Battle of the Network Stars
Battle of the Network Stars

Battle of the Network Stars

1976Series
6.0
View P.S. I Luv U
P.S. I Luv U

P.S. I Luv U

1991Series
5.8
View Night of 100 Stars II
Night of 100 Stars II

Night of 100 Stars II

1985Film
8.0
View The Wizard
The Wizard

The Wizard

1986Series
6.8