Lew Kelly
ActingLew Kelly Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Lew Kelly reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Lew Kelly's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Lew 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 Radio Kisses, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Lew Kelly Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lew Kelly's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Lew Kelly has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | One Spooky Night | Caretaker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Footlight Glamour | Carpool rider | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Action in the North Atlantic | Tony Gonzales (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Spook Louder | Prof. J. O. Dunkfeather | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Magnificent Ambersons | Citizen (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Cooks and Crooks | Edgar's Client | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Shut My Big Mouth | Settler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sweet Spirits of the Nighter | Grave Robber | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Little Foxes | Train Companion (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Great Train Robbery | Dad Halliday | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Trail of the Vigilantes | Bartender | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Westerner | Ticket Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Panama Patrol | Captain Lacey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Home Boner | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Flirting with Fate | Herbie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Overland Express | Fred Greeley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Born to Be Wild | Reilly, Diner Counterman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Small Town Boy | The Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Western Gold | Storekeeper Ezra | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Border Cafe | Police Sergeant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Shall We Dance | Policeman at Jail (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | It Happened Out West | Diner Counterman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Man Who Found Himself | Los Angeles Judge | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Rainbow on the River | Cabman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Laughing at Trouble | Ed Johnson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Wild Brian Kent | Bill - ranchhand | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Crash Donovan | Janitor (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Murder at Glen Athol | Police Sgt. Olsen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Uppercutlets | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Ship Cafe | Lunch Wagon Man (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Tailspin Tommy in The Great Air Mystery | Victor Martin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Two-Fisted | Attendant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Vagabond Lady | Tony’s Old Crony (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | His Bridal Sweet | Sick Guest | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Public Opinion | Postman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Fixing a Stew | Man at Leon's house (as Lew Kelley) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | What's Your Racket | Cameron | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | King for a Night | Milk Wagon Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Lady for a Day | Reception Guest Harry the Horse (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | State Trooper | Graber | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang | Diner Cook (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Vanity Street | Justice of the Peace (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Scandal for Sale | Compositor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Anybody's Goat | Pappy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Big Dame Hunting | Weedick | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | One Nutty Night | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Radio Kisses | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | He Trumped Her Ace | Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Barnum Was Right | Harrison | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Branded Sombrero | Lane Hallett | Hit | Similar → |
Lew Kelly - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lew Kelly?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lew Kelly is "Radio Kisses" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Lew Kelly acted in?
Lew Kelly has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lew Kelly?
Other notable films include "Uppercutlets", "Big Dame Hunting", and "It Happened Out West".