Paul Kelly
ActingAbout Paul Kelly
Paul Michael Kelly was an American child actor who later as an adult became a stage, film, and television actor.
Paul Kelly Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Paul Kelly reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Paul Kelly's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 26% of Paul Kelly's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Roaring Twenties, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Paul Kelly Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Paul Kelly's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Paul Kelly has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | Storm Center | Judge Robert Ellerbe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Square Jungle | Jim McBride | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The High and the Mighty | Donald Flaherty | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Duffy of San Quentin | Warden Clinton T. Duffy | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Gunsmoke | Dan Saxon | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Split Second | Bart Moore | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Springfield Rifle | Lt. Col John Hudson | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Frenchie | Pete Lambert | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Side Street | Capt. Walter Anderson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Secret Fury | Eric Lowell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Guilty of Treason | Tom Kelly | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The File on Thelma Jordon | Miles Scott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Crossfire | The Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Fear in the Night | Cliff Herlihy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Strange Journey | Lucky Leeds | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | San Antonio | Roy Stuart | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Allotment Wives | Major Pete Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Grissly's Millions | Joe Simmons | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Dead Man's Eyes | Dr. Alan Bittaker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Story of Dr. Wassell | Murdock | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Flying Tigers | Hap Smith | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Not a Ladies' Man | Robert Bruce | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Tarzan's New York Adventure | Jimmie Shields | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Parachute Battalion | Tex McBride | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | I'll Wait for You | Lieutenant McFarley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ziegfeld Girl | John Slayton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Flight Command | Lieut. Cmdr. 'Dusty' Rhodes | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Howards of Virginia | Capt. Jabez Allen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Wyoming | General Custer | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Invisible Stripes | Ed Kruger | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Roaring Twenties | Nick Brown | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | 6,000 Enemies | Dr. Malcolm Scott | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Within the Law | Joe Garson | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Adventure in Sahara | Jim Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Missing Guest | 'Scoop' Hanlon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Torchy Blane in Panama | Detective Lieutenant Steve 'Stevie' McBride | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Nurse from Brooklyn | Jim Barnes | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Island in the Sky | Johnny Doyle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Navy Blue and Gold | Tommy Milton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Frame-Up | Mark MacArthur | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Women Are Trouble | Bill Blaine | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Silk Hat Kid | Tim Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Public Hero Number 1 | Special Agent James Duff | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Star of Midnight | Jim Kinland | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The President Vanishes | Chick Moffat | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Death on the Diamond | Jimmy Downey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Blind Date | Bill Lowry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | School for Girls | Garry Waltham | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Broadway Thru a Keyhole | Frank Rocci | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Anne of Green Gables | Gilbert Blythe | Average | Similar → |
Paul Kelly - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Paul Kelly?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paul Kelly is "The Roaring Twenties" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Paul Kelly acted in?
Paul Kelly has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Paul Kelly?
Other notable films include "The Missing Guest", "Island in the Sky", and "Blind Date".