Dermot Kelly

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

18Total Films

8.2 Highest Rated

Born: May 15, 1917

Birth Place: County Laois, Irish Republic

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dermot Kelly reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Dermot Kelly's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 22% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dermot Kelly remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Cup Fever, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Dermot Kelly Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Dermot Kelly's career based on audience ratings.

★8.2

★8.2

Cup Fever: The children of Barton United are trying to win the cup in their local football (soccer) league. Nasty councillor Mr Bat

Cup Fever

1965•Family

★6.8

★6.8

Breakout: A local government official leads a double life when organising a breakout from a prison.

Breakout

1959•Drama

★6.6

The Wrong Arm of the Law (1963) movie poster

★6.6

The Wrong Arm of the Law: The crooks in London know how it works. No one carries guns and no one resists the police. Then a new gang appears that

The Wrong Arm of the Law

1963•Crime

★6.5

★6.5

Devil's Bait: The police, with the help of a baker, try to find the owner a loaf of bread accidentally poisoned with potassium cyanide

Devil's Bait

1959•Drama

★6.2

★6.2

The Plank: A slapstick comedy about two workmen delivering planks to a building site. This is done with music and a sort of "wordle

The Plank

1967•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dermot Kelly.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1969	Staircase	Gravedigger	Average	Similar →
1968	Headline Hunters	-	Flop	Similar →
1968	Mrs. Brown, You've Got a Lovely Daughter	Con Man	Flop	Similar →
1968	Gold is Where You Find It	Mad Mike	Flop	Similar →
1967	The Plank	Milkman	Average	Similar →
1965	Cup Fever	Bodger	Super Hit	Similar →
1964	The Yellow Rolls-Royce	Marquess of Frinton's Jockey (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1963	The Wrong Arm of the Law	Misery Martin	Hit	Similar →
1962	The Quare Fellow	Donnelly	Flop	Similar →
1962	Crooks Anonymous	Stanley	Average	Similar →
1960	Sally's Irish Rogue	McKeefry	Flop	Similar →
1959	Devil's Bait	Mr. Alfred Love	Hit	Similar →
1959	Cover Girl Killer	Pop	Flop	Similar →
1959	Breakout	O'Quinn	Hit	Similar →
1959	Broth of a Boy	Tim	Flop	Similar →
1958	The Criminals	Fred Ellis	Flop	Similar →
1953	Malta Story	British Soldier at Airport	Average	Similar →
1948	Another Shore	Her Nephew	Flop	Similar →

Dermot Kelly - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Dermot Kelly?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dermot Kelly is "Cup Fever" with a rating of 8.2/10.

How many movies has Dermot Kelly acted in?

Dermot Kelly has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Dermot Kelly?

Other notable films include "Breakout", "The Wrong Arm of the Law", and "Devil's Bait".