David Patrick Kelly
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- January 23, 1951 in Detroit, Michigan, USA
- Active Years
- 1979–2025 (47 Years)
- Total Credits
- 75 credits in database
Biography
David Patrick Kelly is an American actor born on January 23, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan. He has appeared in numerous films and television series. Kelly is known for his collaborations with Spike Lee, including the films Malcolm X, Crooklyn, and Chi-Raq, and with David Lynch, appearing in Wild at Heart and Twin Peaks. His other credits include roles in 48 Hrs., Commando, The Crow, The Funeral, Last Man Standing, The Longest Yard, and Flags of Our Fathers. Kelly is also recognized for his iconic role as Luther in the cult film The Warriors. He has a diverse filmography with over 70 credits to his name.
Career overview
David Patrick Kelly is an American actor known for his roles in various films and television series. He has appeared in numerous projects throughout his career, with a notable role as Luther in the cult film The Warriors. Kelly has also collaborated with notable directors such as Spike Lee and David Lynch.
In Spike Lee's films, Kelly has appeared in Malcolm X, Crooklyn, and Chi-Raq. He has also worked with David Lynch, appearing in Wild at Heart and Twin Peaks, both in its original run and the 2017 revival. Kelly's other film credits include 48 Hrs., Commando, The Crow, The Funeral, Last Man Standing, The Longest Yard, and Flags of Our Fathers, where he portrayed President Harry S. Truman.
David Patrick Kelly has a diverse filmography, showcasing his range as an actor. His collaborations with prominent directors have contributed to his reputation in the industry. With over 70 credits to his name, Kelly has established himself as a versatile actor with a long and varied career.
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Full Filmography
75 titles- Sheriff Country (2025) as Mitchell
- Only Murders in the Building: Official Podcast (2025) as Self
- Adieu, Lacan (2022) as Lacan
- Ray Donovan: The Movie (2022) as Matty
- Asking For It (2022) as Sheriff Morel
- Only Murders in the Building (2021) as Miller
- The Return of Tragedy (2020) as Katebush
- Time Warp Vol. 1: Midnight Madness (2020) as Self
- Paint (2020) as David Crays
- Fugitive Dreams (2020) as Henri Gatien
- VFW (2019) as Doug McCarthy
- Succession (2018) as Paul Chambers
- O.G. (2018) as Larry
- John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017) as Charlie
- A Pot of Boiling Oil (2017) as Self
- The Man with the Gray Elevated Hair (2017) as Self
- Feed the Beast (2016) as Ziggy Woichik
- To Keep the Light (2016) as Brackett
- Chi-Raq (2015) as General King Kong
- John Wick (2014) as Charlie
- Louie (2010) as Therapist (uncredited)
- Louie (2010) as Therapist
- Madso's War (2010) as Danny Driscoll
- Gossip Girl (2007) as Noah Shapiro
- Gardener of Eden (2007) as Pa Harris
- The Warriors: The Way Home (2007) as Self
- The Warriors: The Phenomenon (2007) as Self
- Flags of Our Fathers (2006) as President Truman
- The Longest Yard (2005) as Unger
- Justice (2003) as Marty
- Hack (2002) as Eddie O'Daniel
- Personal Velocity (2002) as Peter
- Law & Order: Criminal Intent (2001) as Bo Levy
- K-PAX (2001) as Howie
- Songcatcher (2001) as Earl Giddens
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Orville Underwood
- Third Watch (1999) as Danny McGowan
- In Too Deep (1999) as Rick Scott
- Twelfth Night (1998) as Feste
- Trojan War (1997) as Bagman
- Cafe Society (1997) as J. Roland Sala
- Last Man Standing (1996) as Doyle
- Flirting with Disaster (1996) as Fritz Boudreau
- The Funeral (1996) as Michael Stein
- Heavy (1995) as Grey Man in Hospital
- The Crow (1994) as T-Bird
- Crooklyn (1994) as Tony Eyes / Jim
- Exterior Night (1993) as Biff
- Mad About You (1992) as Cabbie with Chicken
- Ghostwriter (1992) as Double-T
- Ghostwriter (1992) as Double-T (archive footage)
- Malcolm X (1992) as Mr. Ostrowski
- Law & Order (1990) as Josh Perlberg
- Twin Peaks (1990) as Jerry Horne
- Wild at Heart (1990) as Dropshadow
- The Adventures of Ford Fairlane (1990) as Sam the Sleaze Bag
- Penn & Teller Get Killed (1989) as Fan
- Cheap Shots (1988) as Arnold Posner
- Date Rape (1988) as Mr. Bisphane
- The World's Greatest Stunts: A Tribute to Hollywood Stuntmen (1988) as Self (archive footage)
- The Misfit Brigade (1987) as The Legionnaire
- Moonlighting (1985) as McBride
- Commando (1985) as Sully
- Miami Vice (1984) as Jerry
- Tales from the Darkside (1984) as Richard Hall
- Beverly Hills Cop (1984) as Luther (uncredited)
- Dreamscape (1984) as Tommy Ray Glatman
- American Playhouse (1982) as Copyboy
- American Playhouse (1982) as Ansel Adams
- 48 Hrs. (1982) as Luther
- Hammett (1982) as The Punk
- Working (1982) as Copyboy
- The Warriors (1979) as Luther
- Sanctuary of Fear (1979) as Audience Member
- The George Lucas Talk Show: Live as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is David Patrick Kelly best known for?
David Patrick Kelly is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Sheriff Country (2025), Adieu, Lacan (2022), Ray Donovan: The Movie (2022), Only Murders in the Building (2021).
When and where was David Patrick Kelly born?
David Patrick Kelly was born on January 23, 1951 in Detroit, Michigan, USA.
How many credits does David Patrick Kelly have?
David Patrick Kelly has accumulated over 75 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1979 to 2025.
What is David Patrick Kelly's background in cinema and television?
David Patrick Kelly is an American actor born on January 23, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan. He has appeared in numerous films and television series. Kelly is known for his collaborations with Spike Lee, including the films Malcolm X, Crooklyn, and Chi-Raq, and with David Lynch, appearing in Wild at Heart and Twin Peaks. H...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Only Murders in the Building (2021) as Miller — aged about 70
- Succession (2018) as Paul Chambers — aged about 67
- Twin Peaks (1990) as Jerry Horne — aged about 39
- Gossip Girl (2007) as Noah Shapiro — aged about 56
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Orville Underwood — aged about 48
- Hack (2002) as Eddie O'Daniel — aged about 51
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