Ryan Kelley
ActingAbout Ryan Kelley
Ryan Jonathan Kelley (born August 31, 1986) is an American actor known for his Independent Spirit Award winning performance in Mean Creek and his work on the hit television series Smallville. He also starred as Ben Tennyson in Ben 10: Alien Swarm. He had a major supporting role in Stolen Summer, which was the film made during the Project Greenlight documentary series. He has appeared in over 50 commercials since he was 2 years old. Ryan has 14 brothers and sisters; nine are adopted. He is the fifth oldest. He was born and raised in a western suburb of Chicago, Glen Ellyn, Illinois. Kelley had a role in the film Letters from Iwo Jima, and he played the title role in the movie Prayers for Bobby that premiered on Lifetime with Sigourney Weaver.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ryan Kelley 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: Drama
The majority of Ryan Kelley's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ryan Kelley remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Prayers for Bobby, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ryan Kelley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ryan Kelley's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ryan Kelley.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Teen Wolf: The Movie | Deputy Parrish | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | A Beauty & the Beast Christmas | Beau Bradley | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Badland | Jasper Mortenson | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Realms | Bobby | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Do I Say I Do? | Mike Pryce | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | War Pigs | William York | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Sexting in Suburbia | Mark Carey | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Ben 10: Alien Swarm | Ben Tennyson | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Mending Fences | Chuck Bentley | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Still Green | Alan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Prayers for Bobby | Bobby Griffith | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Letters from Iwo Jima | Marine #2 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Outlaw Trail: The Treasure of Butch Cassidy | Roy Parker | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Dust Factory | Ryan Flynn | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Mean Creek | Clyde | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Stray Dogs | J. Fred Carter | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Stolen Summer | Seamus O'Malley | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Charming Billy | 10 Year Old Duane | Flop | Similar → |
Ryan Kelley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ryan Kelley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ryan Kelley is "Prayers for Bobby" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Ryan Kelley acted in?
Ryan Kelley has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ryan Kelley?
Other notable films include "Teen Wolf: The Movie", "Letters from Iwo Jima", and "Mean Creek".