Barry Kelley

Born: 1908-08-19

Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, USA

Biography

Edward Barry Kelley (August 19, 1908 – June 5, 1991) was an American actor on Broadway in the 1930s and 1940s and in films during the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s. The heavy-set actor created the role of Ike in Oklahoma! on Broadway. A popular figure in film noir and crime films, he appeared in over 15 such pictures. His large size and acting range had him playing shyster lawyers, judges, detectives, and police officers.

Known For

The Asphalt Jungle
The Love Bug
The Manchurian Candidate
How to Murder Your Wife
Jack the Giant Killer
The Wings of Eagles
Robin and the 7 Hoods
The File on Thelma Jordon
Elmer Gantry
The Tall Stranger

Top Movie Credits

The Asphalt Jungle Lieutenant Ditrich
The Love Bug Police Sgt.
The Manchurian Candidate Secretary of Defense
The Wings of Eagles Capt. Jock Clark
Robin and the 7 Hoods Oscar Brockton (uncredited)
The File on Thelma Jordon District Attorney William Pierce
Elmer Gantry Police Captain Holt
The Tall Stranger Hardy Bishop