Net Worth Over Time
Net Worth Timeline
1957$0.01MD
John Barry Seven Formed
Formed the John Barry Seven, a popular UK band.
1962$0.1M+900%C
Dr. No - Bond Theme
Arranged the *Dr. No* theme, launching Bond career.
1964$0.3M+200%B
Goldfinger Score Success
Composed the score for *Goldfinger*, achieving major success.
1969$0.8M+167%A
Midnight Cowboy Score
Composed the score for *Midnight Cowboy*, another triumph.
1985$3M+275%A
A View to a Kill
Scored *A View to a Kill* his last bond film.
1990$4M+33%A
Dances with Wolves Score
Won an Oscar for the *Dances with Wolves* score.
2011$5M+25%A
Death at 77
Passed away leaving behind a legacy of iconic film scores, notably the James Bond themes.
2026$5MA
Film Score Legacy
Barry's legacy as a film score icon endures influencing future generations.
Last updated: February 25, 2026