Curry Barker

Biography

Curry Barker (born September 22, 1999) is an American filmmaker, actor and comedian from Mobile, Alabama. He began making short films at a young age and later moved to Los Angeles, where he met Cooper Tomlinson while attending film school. The two went on to co-create the internet sketch comedy channel “that’s a bad idea,” known for short-form comedy and horror videos. Barker has directed short films including The Chair and made his feature directorial debut with the found-footage horror film Milk & Serial (2024), followed by Obsession (2025). As an actor, he has appeared in television series including Dave and It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.

Known For

Career Timeline

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  1. 2026
    Obsession

    Director • Directing

  2. 2024
    Striking Gold

    Director • Directing

  3. 2022
    The Chair

    Director • Directing

  4. 2021
    Drywall

    Director • Directing

  5. 2020
    Contemplation

    Director • Directing

  6. 2020
    Meanwhile Outside the Bank

    Director • Directing

  7. 2019
    Real World

    Director • Directing

  8. Unknown
    Anything But Ghosts

    Director • Directing

Curry Barker - Aperture