Lew Kelly

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Characters played by Lew Kelly

Rocky O'Brien — Winds of the Wasteland (1936)

Rocky O’Brien is the mayor and one of Crescent City’s few residents. He welcomes John Blair and Larry Adams, explains Cal Drake’s deception, and points Blair toward the race that could save the stage business. O’Brien later helps protect the stagecoach and horses from the barn fire and drives the Crescent City stage after Larry is wounded.

Police Inspector Lewis Trainey — The Lady in Scarlet (1935)

A police officer involved in the investigation of Albert Sayre's death. He joins Oliver Keith and Ella in finding the man who had been watching the Sayre home; the man reveals that Sayre paid him to follow Julia. Trainey's involvement helps establish a lead into the events preceding the murder.

Elmer, Jailer (uncredited) — The Gay Falcon (1941)

Jailer in Gay Falcon.

Coroner (Uncredited) — The Falcon Takes Over (1942)

Medical examiner in Takes Over.

Bartender (uncredited) — The Mummy's Tomb (1942)

Uncredited server at a local drinking establishment.

Detective James Riley — Lady Luck (1936)

A detective lieutenant who becomes romantically interesting to the wealthy older Aunt Mamie Murphy. After the events surrounding Conroy's death and the stolen ticket, Riley and Aunt Mamie go off to a movie together. The plot does not specify his investigative actions beyond identifying him as a detective lieutenant.

Carpool rider — Footlight Glamour (1943)

Commuter sharing transportation in urban settings.

Burlesque Comic — Taxi, Mister (1943)

Performer providing stage comedy and cultural context.

Mr. Crane (uncredited) — Blondie Meets the Boss (1939)

Background resident or extra.

Policeman — Crazy House (1943)

Law enforcement officer in background scenes

Victor Martin — Tailspin Tommy in The Great Air Mystery (1935)

Minor character, possibly a rival pilot or industry associate.

Station Agent — Lucky Cisco Kid (1940)

Railroad or telegraph operator facilitating travel and communication.

Career Overview

Lew Kelly has 131 screen credits in a career dating back to 1928. Their work spans 10 cinematic universes — most prominently Blondie with 2 titles. Signature works include Winds of the Wasteland, Anybody's Goat, Sweet Spirits of the Nighter. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
131
Birth Date
1879-08-24
Birth Place
Saint Louis, Missouri, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 10 universes

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