John Kelly
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John Kelly is the sort of actor who has outlasted trends, studios and formats. Casting directors have gone to him for comedy more than for anything else. There are 79 entries on the filmography, most of them supporting work in other people's stories. his Elmer in 'Bringing Up Baby' is the best-remembered role on the list.
John Kelly
79 Movies
John Kelly is the sort of actor who has outlasted trends, studios and formats. Casting directors have gone to him for comedy more than for anything else. There are 79 entries on the filmography, most of them supporting work in other people's stories. his Elmer in 'Bringing Up Baby' is the best-remembered role on the list.
Movies
Plays Elmer
Bringing Up Baby
1938
Plays Sgt. Dugan the Jailer
Good-bye Love
1933
Plays Pete Hawks
The Green Hornet
1940
Plays Boxer
Exposed
1938
Plays Canvas Back
Little Miss Marker
1934
Plays Taxi Driver
Black Friday
1940
Plays 'Shivvy' the Tire Man
The Devil Is a Sissy
1936
Plays Sheriff
Captain Boycott
1947
Plays Drunken Bricklayer
Coney Island
1943
Plays Red, Dunning's chauffeur
Female Fugitive
1938
Plays Mac
Moontide
1942
Plays Steve's Henchman
Everybody's Doing It
1938
Plays Gob
Wings Over Honolulu
1937
Plays Adolph Wilson
Kid Millions
1934
Plays Randolph Air Field Mechanic
West Point of the Air
1935
Plays Al - a Gangster
Dr. Socrates
1935
Plays Hank
Portia on Trial
1937
Plays Kid Couch
Fugitive in the Sky
1936
Plays Butch
Sudden Money
1939
Plays Truck Driver
The Band Plays On
1934
Plays Mike
Many Happy Returns
1934
Plays Maxie
Angel's Holiday
1937
Plays Henchman Carney
Easy Money
1936
Plays Sylvester
The Tiger Woman
1945
Plays Joe - First Hood
Lady Luck
1936
Plays Detective Larkin
Motive for Revenge
1935
Plays Biff Simpson
Dressed to Kill
1928
Plays Bull Nelson
Wolf Call
1939
Plays Buggsie
Convicts at Large
1938
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Full Filmography
Captain Boycott
Sheriff
1947
Film
The Dark Corner
Policeman at Gallery (uncredited)
1946
Film
Young Widow
Cab Driver (Uncredited)
1946
Film
The Tiger Woman
Sylvester
1945
Film
Trail to Vengeance
Henchman Bully
1945
Film
Summer Storm
Bit Player (uncredited)
1944
Film
Coney Island
Drunken Bricklayer
1943
Film
No Time for Love
Morrisey (uncredited)
1943
Film
Ten Gentlemen from West Point
Bombardier (uncredited)
1942
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is John Kelly still alive?
John Kelly passed away on December 9, 1947 at age 46.
What are the most famous roles of John Kelly?
John Kelly is best known for roles in Bringing Up Baby, Scarface, After the Thin Man.
How many movies has John Kelly been in?
Over a 20-year career (since 1927), John Kelly has appeared in 79 movies and 0 TV shows.
What was John Kelly's first movie?
The career of John Kelly began with After Midnight (1927).
What is John Kelly's most recent movie or series?
John Kelly's most recent release is Captain Boycott, which premiered on August 26, 1947.
John Kelly
1901-06-29 · Boston, Massachusetts, USA
John Kelly is the sort of actor who has outlasted trends, studios and formats. Casting directors have gone to him for comedy more than for anything else. There are 79 entries on the filmography, most of them supporting work in other people's stories. his Elmer in 'Bringing Up Baby' is the best-remembered role on the list.