Cecil Kellaway
ActingAbout Cecil Kellaway
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Cecil Lauriston Kellaway (22 August 1890 – 28 February 1973) was a South African-born character actor. Cecil Kellaway spent many years as an actor, author, and director in the Australian film industry until he tried his luck in Hollywood in the 1930s. Finding he could get only gangster bit parts, he got discouraged and returned to Australia. Then William Wyler called and offered him a part in Wuthering Heights (1939). Kellaway died 28 February 1973 in Hollywood, California, and his ashes were entombed in the Sanctuary of Remembrance, at Westwood Village Memorial Park Cemetery. He received two Best Supporting Actor nominations, for The Luck of the Irish and Guess Who's Coming to Dinner. Academy Award winning actor Edmund Gwenn, whose real surname was Kellaway also, was his cousin. Description above from the Wikipedia article Cecil Kellaway, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Cecil Kellaway reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Cecil Kellaway'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 58% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Cecil Kellaway remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in New York Town, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Cecil Kellaway Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Cecil Kellaway's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Cecil Kellaway.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | Getting Straight | Dr. Kasper | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Fitzwilly | Buckmaster | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Guess Who's Coming to Dinner | Monsignor Ryan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Kismet | Omar Khayam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Adventures of Bullwhip Griffin | Mr. Pemberton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Hush... Hush, Sweet Charlotte | Harry Willis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Cardinal | Monsignor Monaghan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Francis of Assisi | Cardinal Hugolino | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Shaggy Dog | Professor Plumcutt | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Proud Rebel | Dr. Enos Davis | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Toy Tiger | James Fusenot | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms | Prof. Elson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Francis Goes to the Races | Colonel Travers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Kim | Hurree Chunder | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Harvey | Dr. Chumley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Katie Did It | Nathaniel B. Wakely VI | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Reformer and the Redhead | Kevin Maguire | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Down to the Sea in Ships | Slush Tubbs | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Portrait of Jennie | Matthews | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Joan of Arc | Jean le Maistre, Inquisitor of Rouen | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Always Together | Jonathan Turner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Unconquered | Jeremy Love | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Variety Girl | Cecil Kellaway | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Cockeyed Miracle | Tom Carter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Easy to Wed | J.B. Allenbury | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Postman Always Rings Twice | Nick Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Love Letters | Mac | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | It Ain't Hay | King O'Hara | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Forever and a Day | Dinner Guest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | I Married a Witch | Daniel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Take a Letter, Darling | Uncle George | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Star Spangled Rhythm | Cecil Kellaway (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Bahama Passage | Captain Jack Risingwell | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Birth of the Blues | Granet | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Small Town Deb | Henry Randall | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | New York Town | Shipboard Host | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lady with Red Hair | Mr. Chapman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Letter | Prescott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Brother Orchid | Brother Goodwin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Phantom Raiders | Franklin Morris | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The House of the Seven Gables | Philip Barton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Invisible Man Returns | Inspector Sampson | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | We Are Not Alone | Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Intermezzo: A Love Story | Charles Moler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Wuthering Heights | Earnshaw | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Chedworth Steps Out | George Chedworth | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gunga Din | Mr. Stebbins (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Blond Cheat | Rufus Trent | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Double Danger | Fentriss, aka Gilhooley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wise Girl | Fletcher's Butler (unconfirmed) | Hit | Similar → |
Cecil Kellaway - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Cecil Kellaway?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Cecil Kellaway is "New York Town" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Cecil Kellaway acted in?
Cecil Kellaway has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Cecil Kellaway?
Other notable films include "Harvey", "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner", and "Francis of Assisi".