Jack Kelly
Biography
Jack Kelly was an American actor born on September 16, 1927, in Astoria, Queens, New York City, New York, USA. He started acting at age two and continued to work in the entertainment industry until his death on November 7, 1992, at the age of 65. Kelly appeared in numerous films, including A Holiday Affair, Forbidden Planet, and Black Tuesday. He also worked in Broadway shows and radio, and later appeared in various other films and television shows, accumulating a total of 88 known credits throughout his career.
Career overview
Jack Kelly was an American actor who started acting at the age of two, initially modeling in soap ads. He continued to model until the age of nine, when he appeared in his first play, "Swing Your Lady", with Hope Emerson. Following this, Kelly went on to work in Broadway shows and radio.
Kelly's family moved to California in 1938, after which he began appearing in numerous films. Some of his notable film credits include "A Holiday Affair", "Forbidden Planet", and "Black Tuesday". He also worked in television, with a total of 88 known credits to his name. Kelly's career spanned multiple decades, with him continuing to work in the entertainment industry until his death.
Jack Kelly was known for his work as an actor, with a career that included a wide range of film and television appearances. He was born on September 16, 1927, in Astoria, Queens, New York City, New York, USA, and passed away on November 7, 1992, at the age of 65. Kelly's filmography includes a variety of genres and roles, showcasing his versatility as a performer.
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98 titles- Inherent Vice (2014) as Burke Stodger (archive footage)
- The Gambler Returns: The Luck of the Draw (1991) as Bart Maverick
- The Master Ninja 5 (1985) as Brian Elkwood
- The Fall Guy (1981)
- Bret Maverick (1981) as Bart Maverick
- B. J. and the Bear (1979)
- B. J. and the Bear (1979) as Jim Dryer
- When the West Was Fun: A Western Reunion (1979) as Self
- Flying High (1978)
- The New Maverick (1978) as Bart Maverick
- A Double Life (1978)
- Spawn of the Slithis (1978) as Radio Announcer (voice)
- The Incredible Hulk (1977) as Tony Kelly
- The Hardy Boys / Nancy Drew Mysteries (1977) as Harry Hammond
- The Hardy Boys / Nancy Drew Mysteries (1977) as Helms
- Quincy, M.E. (1976) as Peter Devlin
- The Bionic Woman (1976)
- The Human Tornado (1976) as Captain Ryan
- Ellery Queen (1975) as Attorney J. T. Latimer
- The Rockford Files (1974) as Alex Kasajian
- The Rockford Files (1974) as Ralph Steel
- Get Christie Love! (1974) as Captain Arthur P. Ryan
- Toma (1973)
- Faraday and Company (1973) as Coleman
- Ghost Story (1972) as Motorist
- Banacek (1972) as Lou Wayne
- Alias Smith and Jones (1971)
- McCloud (1970)
- Young Billy Young (1969) as John Behan
- Sale of the Century (1969) as Host
- Hawaii Five-O (1968) as Jim Spier
- The Name of the Game (1968) as Frank Fowler
- The Name of the Game (1968) as Creighton Howell
- Commandos (1968) as Captain Valli
- Ironside (1967) as Johnny Corman
- Ironside (1967) as Bobby Tucker
- The High Chaparral (1967) as Dr. John Henry
- Deadlock (1967) as Det. Ray Baker
- Batman (1966) as Jack O'Shea
- Run for Your Life (1965) as Harry Bevins
- Laredo (1965)
- Love and Kisses (1965) as Jeff Pringle
- Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (1963) as Fred Piper
- Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (1963) as Ray Baker
- Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (1963) as Al Packer
- Kraft Suspense Theatre (1963) as Pete Braven
- Kraft Suspense Theatre (1963) as Charles Glenn
- Kraft Suspense Theatre (1963) as Tony Camion
- FBI Code 98 (1963) as Robert P. Cannon
- The Lucy Show (1962) as Bill Baker
- Red Nightmare (1962) as Jerry Donavan
- A Fever in the Blood (1961) as Dan Callahan
- Hong Kong Affair (1958) as Steve Whalen
- The Western: A Lost TV Special (1958) as Self
- Wagon Train (1957) as Fenton Canaby
- Maverick (1957) as Bart Maverick
- Sugarfoot (1957) as Bart Maverick (uncredited)
- She Devil (1957) as Dr. Dan Scott
- Taming Sutton’s Gal (1957) as Jugger Phelps
- State Trooper (1956) as Johnny Bledsoe
- Forbidden Planet (1956) as Lt. Jerry Farman
- Julie (1956) as Jack (co-pilot)
- Basket of Mexican Tales (1956) as Eddie Winthrop
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Cam Durbin
- The Millionaire (1955) as Fred Graham
- Frontier (1955)
- Double Jeopardy (1955) as Jeff Calder
- The Violent Men (1955) as De Rosa--Parrish Rider
- Cult of the Cobra (1955) as Carl Turner
- The Night Holds Terror (1955) as Gene Courtier
- To Hell and Back (1955) as Kerrigan
- Drive a Crooked Road (1954) as Harold Baker
- They Rode West (1954) as Lt. Raymond
- The Bamboo Prison (1954) as Slade
- Black Tuesday (1954) as Frank Carson
- City Detective (1953)
- Law and Order (1953) as Jed
- The Redhead from Wyoming (1953) as Sandy
- Gunsmoke (1953) as Curly Mather
- The Stand at Apache River (1953) as Hatcher
- Column South (1953) as Vaness
- This Is Your Life (1952) as Self
- Cavalcade of America (1952) as James E. West
- The Red Ball Express (1952) as Heyman
- No Room for the Groom (1952) as Will Stubbins
- Sally and Saint Anne (1952) as Mike O'Moyne
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Patrick Henry
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951)
- People Will Talk (1951) as Student (uncredited)
- Submarine Command (1951) as Lt. Paul Barton
- The Wild Blue Yonder (1951) as Lt. Jessup
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Fred Newcombe
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Self - Intermission Guest
- Where Danger Lives (1950) as Dr. Mullenbach
- Peggy (1950) as Lex - O.S.U. Player
- Holiday Affair (1949) as Drunk on Train (uncredited)
- Young Mr. Lincoln (1939) as Matt Clay as a Boy (uncredited)
- The Story of Alexander Graham Bell (1939) as Banker's Son (uncredited)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jack Kelly best known for?
Jack Kelly is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Inherent Vice (2014), The Fall Guy (1981), Bret Maverick (1981), B. J. and the Bear (1979).
When and where was Jack Kelly born?
Jack Kelly was born on September 16, 1927 in Astoria, Queens, New York City, New York, USA. They passed away on November 7, 1992.
How many credits does Jack Kelly have?
Jack Kelly has accumulated over 98 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1939 to 2014.
What is Jack Kelly's background in cinema and television?
Jack Kelly was an American actor born on September 16, 1927, in Astoria, Queens, New York City, New York, USA. He started acting at age two and continued to work in the entertainment industry until his death on November 7, 1992, at the age of 65. Kelly appeared in numerous films, including A Holiday Affair, Forbidden P...