Frank Kelly

Acting

Freshness: Jan 24, 2026

17Total Films

8.0 Highest Rated

Born: Dec 28, 1938

Birth Place: Blackrock, County Dublin, Ireland

About Frank Kelly

Francis O'Kelly (December 28, 1938 – February 28, 2016), known as Frank Kelly, was an Irish actor, known for Father Ted (1995), Evelyn (2002), and Rat (2000). He was married to Bairbre Neldon.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Frank Kelly reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Frank 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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Frank Kelly remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Small, Far Away: The World of Father Ted, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Frank Kelly Movies Ranked

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

★8.0

Small, Far Away: The World of Father Ted (2011) movie poster

★8.0

Small, Far Away: The World of Father Ted: On the 15th anniversary of its launch, this documentary follows Father Ted creators Graham Linehan and Arthur Mathews on

Small, Far Away: The World of Father Ted

2011•Documentary

★7.2

★7.2

Yu Ming Is Ainm Dom: Yu Ming is bored of his life in China and decides to go to Ireland. He studies the language, but is dismayed to find tha

Yu Ming Is Ainm Dom

2003•Comedy

★7.0

★7.0

War of the Buttons: War between two Irish youth gangs consists of removing and retrieving buttons from each other's clothing.

War of the Buttons

1994•Comedy

★6.7

★6.7

The Deal: It is approaching an election in the UK when the leader of the Labour party, John Smith, suffers another in a line of he

The Deal

2003•Comedy

★6.5

The Unusual Inventions of Henry Cavendish (2005) movie poster

★6.5

The Unusual Inventions of Henry Cavendish: A silent love story about an inventor who loses and then wins his love from a villainous cad.

The Unusual Inventions of Henry Cavendish

2005•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

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

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2014	Tea with the Dead	Frank Finnegan	Flop	Similar →
2014	Mrs. Brown's Boys D'Movie	Justice Cannon	Flop	Similar →
2013	Dermot Morgan - Fearless Funnyman	Self	Flop	Similar →
2011	Small, Far Away: The World of Father Ted	-	Super Hit	Similar →
2005	Turning Green	Father O'Hara	Average	Similar →
2005	The Unusual Inventions of Henry Cavendish	Mr. Thomas Palmerston	Hit	Similar →
2004	Cowboys & Angels	Jerry	Average	Similar →
2003	Yu Ming Is Ainm Dom	Paddy	Hit	Similar →
2003	The Deal	John Smith	Hit	Similar →
2003	The Boys & Girl from County Clare	The Chairman	Average	Similar →
2002	Evelyn	Henry Doyle	Average	Similar →
2000	Rat	Uncle Matt	Average	Similar →
1998	Soft Sand, Blue Sea	Insp. Fitzgerald	Average	Similar →
1994	War of the Buttons	Gorilla's Dad	Hit	Similar →
1994	O Mary This London	Hotel priest	Flop	Similar →
1991	Hear My Song	Taxi Driver 2	Average	Similar →
1988	Taffin	Liam	Average	Similar →

Frank Kelly - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Frank Kelly?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frank Kelly is "Small, Far Away: The World of Father Ted" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Frank Kelly acted in?

Frank Kelly has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Frank Kelly?

Other notable films include "Yu Ming Is Ainm Dom", "War of the Buttons", and "The Deal".