Patsy Kelly

Acting

Patsy Kelly

Born January 12, 1910 · Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA

Died September 24, 1981 · aged 71

Patsy Kelly (born Bridget Sarah Veronica Rose Kelly; January 12, 1910 – September 24, 1981) was an American actress and comedian known for her roles in Rosemary's Baby (1968) and Freaky Friday (1976), as well as a series of comedy shorts starring Thelma Todd in the early-to-mid 1930's. Although blacklisted from major studio work due to her sexuality in the 1940’s, Kelly saw a career resurgence in…

Known For

Rosemary's BabyRosemary's Baby · 1968
Rosemary's Baby
7.81968
MovieDramaHorror
A young couple, Rosemary and Guy, moves into an infamous New York apartment building, known by frightening legends and mysterious events, with the purpose of starting a family.
Merrily We LiveMerrily We Live · 1938
Merrily We Live
6.91938
MovieComedyRomance
Society matron Emily Kilbourne has a habit of hiring ex-cons and hobos as servants. Her latest find is a handsome tramp who shows up at her doorstep and ends up in a chauffeur's uniform. He also catches the eye of Geraldine.
Pick a StarPick a Star · 1937
Pick a Star
4.81937
MovieComedyMusic
A Cinderella story of a young country girl who comes to Hollywood and achieves movie stardom with the help of a publicity man.
The PhynxThe Phynx · 1970
The Phynx
3.71970
MovieComedy
A rock band is invented by the government as a cover to find hostages in a remote castle in Albania held by communist enemies of the USA.
Wake Up and LiveWake Up and Live · 1937
Wake Up and Live
6.21937
MovieMusic
Satire on radio, built around the supposed feud between bandleader Ben Bernie and journalist Walter Winchell.
The Crowded SkyThe Crowded Sky · 1960
The Crowded Sky
5.91960
MovieActionDrama
When Navy pilot Dale Heath takes off, he doesn't expect his navigational equipment to fail and must adapt when it goes out along with his radio. Heading straight for a commercial jet piloted by Dick Barnett, whose plane is full of passengers, Heath can't tell which way to turn in order to avoid a catastrophe.
The Cowboy and the LadyThe Cowboy and the Lady · 1938
The Cowboy and the Lady
6.31938
MovieComedyRomance
Mary Smith decides after a lifetime of being a shut-in to do something wild while her father is out campaigning for the presidency, so she takes off for the family's home in West Palm Beach and inadvertently becomes romantically entangled with earnest cowboy Stretch Willoughby. Neither the dalliance nor the cowboy fit with the upper class image projected by her esteemed father, forcing her to choose.
The Naked KissThe Naked Kiss · 1964
The Naked Kiss
7.01964
MovieCrimeDrama
A former prostitute works to create a new life for herself in a small town, but a shocking discovery could threaten everything.

Movies

Rosemary's BabyRosemary's Baby · 1968
Rosemary's Baby
7.81968
MovieDramaHorror
A young couple, Rosemary and Guy, moves into an infamous New York apartment building, known by frightening legends and mysterious events, with the purpose of starting a family.
Merrily We LiveMerrily We Live · 1938
Merrily We Live
6.91938
MovieComedyRomance
Society matron Emily Kilbourne has a habit of hiring ex-cons and hobos as servants. Her latest find is a handsome tramp who shows up at her doorstep and ends up in a chauffeur's uniform. He also catches the eye of Geraldine.
Pick a StarPick a Star · 1937
Pick a Star
4.81937
MovieComedyMusic
A Cinderella story of a young country girl who comes to Hollywood and achieves movie stardom with the help of a publicity man.
The PhynxThe Phynx · 1970
The Phynx
3.71970
MovieComedy
A rock band is invented by the government as a cover to find hostages in a remote castle in Albania held by communist enemies of the USA.
Wake Up and LiveWake Up and Live · 1937
Wake Up and Live
6.21937
MovieMusic
Satire on radio, built around the supposed feud between bandleader Ben Bernie and journalist Walter Winchell.
The Crowded SkyThe Crowded Sky · 1960
The Crowded Sky
5.91960
MovieActionDrama
When Navy pilot Dale Heath takes off, he doesn't expect his navigational equipment to fail and must adapt when it goes out along with his radio. Heading straight for a commercial jet piloted by Dick Barnett, whose plane is full of passengers, Heath can't tell which way to turn in order to avoid a catastrophe.
The Cowboy and the LadyThe Cowboy and the Lady · 1938
The Cowboy and the Lady
6.31938
MovieComedyRomance
Mary Smith decides after a lifetime of being a shut-in to do something wild while her father is out campaigning for the presidency, so she takes off for the family's home in West Palm Beach and inadvertently becomes romantically entangled with earnest cowboy Stretch Willoughby. Neither the dalliance nor the cowboy fit with the upper class image projected by her esteemed father, forcing her to choose.
The Naked KissThe Naked Kiss · 1964
The Naked Kiss
7.01964
MovieCrimeDrama
A former prostitute works to create a new life for herself in a small town, but a shocking discovery could threaten everything.
Topper ReturnsTopper Returns · 1941
Topper Returns
6.51941
MovieComedyFantasy
Topper is once again tormented by a fun-loving spirit. This time, it's Gail Richards, accidentally murdered while vacationing at the home of her wealthy friend, Ann Carrington, the intended victim. With Topper's help, Gail sets out to find her killer with the expected zany results.
The GorillaThe Gorilla · 1939
The Gorilla
4.81939
MovieComedyMystery
When an escaped circus gorilla appears to have gone on a murderous rampage, a threatened attorney calls on the detective trio of Garrity, Harrigan and Mullivan to act as bodyguards. In short order, we discover that there is more to the attorney than meets the eye, and the ape may be innocent after all. When a pretty young heiress faces peril, it's up to our heroic trio to save the day.
Freaky FridayFreaky Friday · 1976
Freaky Friday
6.11976
MovieFantasyComedy
School girl Annabel is hassled by her mother, and Mrs. Andrews is annoyed with her daughter, Annabel. They both think that the other has an easy life. On a normal Friday morning, both complain about each other and wish they could have the easy life of their daughter/mother for just one day and their wishes come true as a bit of magic puts Annabel in Mrs. Andrews' body and vice versa. They both have a Freaky Friday.
The North Avenue IrregularsThe North Avenue Irregulars · 1979
The North Avenue Irregulars
6.51979
MovieFamilyAction
When crooks set up operations in a traditional town, a minister and a group of church ladies are willing to do anything, no matter how wacky, to get them out.
Please Don't Eat the DaisiesPlease Don't Eat the Daisies · 1960
Please Don't Eat the Daisies
6.21960
MovieComedyFamily
Drama critic Larry Mackay, his wife Kate and their four sons move from their crowded Manhattan apartment to an old house in the country. While housewife Kate settles into suburban life, Larry continues to enjoy the theater and party scene of New York.
There Goes My HeartThere Goes My Heart · 1938
There Goes My Heart
7.31938
MovieComedyRomance
An heiress takes a job as a department store clerk.
Pigskin ParadePigskin Parade · 1936
Pigskin Parade
6.21936
MovieComedyMusic
Bessie and Winston "Slug" Winters are married coaches whose mission is to whip their college football team into shape. Just in time, they discover a hillbilly farmhand and his sister. The hillbilly farmhand's ability to throw melons enables him to become their star passing ace.
My Son, The HeroMy Son, The Hero · 1943
My Son, The Hero
7.01943
MovieComedy
Learning that his long-unseen son is soon to arrive for a visit, a small-time con-man enlists the help of his cronies to help him pretend to be a wealthy and important businessman. Comedy.
Hollywood Out-takes and Rare FootageHollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage · 1983
Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage
7.01983
MovieDocumentaryComedy
Out-takes (mostly from Warner Bros.), promotional shorts, movie premieres, public service pleas, wardrobe tests, documentary material, and archival footage make up this star-studded voyeuristic look at the Golden age of Hollywood during the 30s, 40, and 50.
The Ghost in the Invisible BikiniThe Ghost in the Invisible Bikini · 1966
The Ghost in the Invisible Bikini
5.11966
MovieMusicComedy
A corpse has 24 hours to mastermind a good deed without leaving his crypt, to go "up there" and have his youth restored.
The Girl from MissouriThe Girl from Missouri · 1934
The Girl from Missouri
7.41934
MovieComedyRomance
Leaving Missouri to find a wealthy husband in New York City, Eadie Chapman becomes a chorus girl and soon entertains at the lavish home of millionaire Frank Cousins. Cousins proposes to Eadie, only to then commit suicide due to bankruptcy. Fellow millionaire T. R. Paige defends Eadie when the police question her for having Cousins' jewelry -- but when she becomes enamored with his son, Tom, Paige declares Eadie a gold digger.
Pan HandlersPan Handlers · 1936
Pan Handlers
10.01936
MovieComedy
The girls get jobs selling aluminum cookware door to door.
In Old CaliforniaIn Old California · 1942
In Old California
5.31942
MovieActionRomance
Boston pharmacist Tom Craig comes to Sacramento, where he runs afoul of local political boss Britt Dawson, who exacts protection payment from the citizenry. Dawson frames Craig with poisoned medicine, but Craig redeems himself during a Gold Rush epidemic.
Road ShowRoad Show · 1941
Road Show
5.61941
MovieComedyMusic
Rich playboy Drogo Gaines is in imminent danger of marrying a gold digger, and escapes by feigning insanity. The joke's on him when he wakes up in an asylum full of comical lunatics. There he befriends Colonel Carraway, and together they escape, catching a ride with a beautiful blonde who proves to be Penguin Moore, carnival owner.
Maid in HollywoodMaid in Hollywood · 1934
Maid in Hollywood
9.01934
MovieComedy
Thelma, who came to Hollywood from Joplin to be a star, is ready to go home. She and her pal Patsy are packing up and packing it in. Then, through Patsy's deviousness, Thelma gets a call to come to the studio immediately to audition for a costume drama.
Go Into Your DanceGo Into Your Dance · 1935
Go Into Your Dance
7.21935
MovieMusicDrama
An irresponsible Broadway star gets mixed up with gambling and gangsters.

TV Shows

Tony AwardsTony Awards · 1956
Tony Awards
1956
Series
The Antoinette Perry Award for Excellence in Theatre, more commonly known as a Tony Award, recognizes achievement in live Broadway theatre. The awards are presented by the American Theatre Wing and The Broadway League at an annual ceremony in New York City. The awards are given for Broadway productions and performances, and an award is given for regional theatre.
The Love BoatThe Love Boat · 1977
The Love Boat
6.31977
SeriesDramaComedy
Passengers who search for romantic nights aboard a beautiful ship travelling to tropical or mysterious countries, decide to pass their vacation aboard the "Love Boat", where Gopher, Dr. Bricker, Isaac, Julie, and Captain Stubing try their best to please them, and sometimes help them fall in love. Things are not always so easy, but in the end, love wins.
Love, American StyleLove, American Style · 1969
Love, American Style
6.21969
SeriesComedy
An anthology comedy series featuring a line up of different celebrity guest stars appearing in anywhere from one, two, three, and four short stories or vignettes within an hour about versions of love and romance.
The Dick Cavett ShowThe Dick Cavett Show · 1968
The Dick Cavett Show
6.81968
Series
The Dick Cavett Show has been the title of several talk shows hosted by Dick Cavett on various television networks.
The Dick Van Dyke ShowThe Dick Van Dyke Show · 1961
The Dick Van Dyke Show
7.61961
SeriesComedy
The Dick Van Dyke Show centers around the work and home life of television comedy writer Rob Petrie. The plots generally revolve around problems at work, where Rob got into various comedic jams with fellow writers Buddy Sorrell, Sally Rogers and producer Mel Cooley.
Burke's LawBurke's Law · 1963
Burke's Law
6.31963
SeriesDrama
Burke's Law is an American detective series that ran on ABC from 1963 to 1965 and was revived on CBS in the 1990s. The show starred Gene Barry as Amos Burke, millionaire captain of Los Angeles police homicide division, who was chauffeured around to solve crimes in his Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II.
LaramieLaramie · 1959
Laramie
6.71959
SeriesWesternDrama
Laramie is an American Western television series that aired on NBC from 1959 to 1963. A Revue Studios production, the program originally starred John Smith as Slim Sherman, Robert Fuller as Jess Harper, Hoagy Carmichael as Jonesy and Robert L. Crawford, Jr., as Andy Sherman.
Alfred Hitchcock PresentsAlfred Hitchcock Presents · 1955
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
7.81955
SeriesMysteryDrama
A television anthology series hosted by Alfred Hitchcock featuring dramas, thrillers, and mysteries.
LaredoLaredo · 1965
Laredo
6.41965
SeriesWestern
Laredo is an American Western television series that aired on NBC from September 16, 1965, to April 7, 1967. Laredo stars Neville Brand, William Smith, Peter Brown, and Philip Carey as Texas Rangers. It is set on the Mexican border about Laredo, Texas. The program was produced by Universal Television. The pilot episode of Laredo aired on NBC's The Virginian under the title, "We've Lost a Train". It was released theatrically in 1969 under the title Backtrack. Three episodes from the first season of the series were edited into the 1968 feature film Three Guns for Texas.
Arrest and TrialArrest and Trial · 1963
Arrest and Trial
8.31963
SeriesCrimeDrama
Arrest and Trial is a 90-minute American crime/legal drama series that ran during the 1963-1964 season on ABC, airing Sundays from 8:30-10 p.m. Eastern.
Pete and GladysPete and Gladys · 1960
Pete and Gladys
6.31960
SeriesComedy
Pete and Gladys is an American situation comedy television series starring Harry Morgan and Cara Williams that aired on CBS on Mondays at 8:00 p.m. Eastern and Pacific time for two seasons, beginning on September 19, 1960. The last episode was broadcast on September 10, 1962.
26 Men26 Men · 1957
26 Men
5.01957
SeriesWesternCrime
26 Men is a syndicated American western television series about the Arizona Rangers, an elite group commissioned in 1901 by the legislature of the Arizona Territory and limited, for financial reasons, to twenty-six active members. Russell Hayden was the producer of the series and the co-composer of the theme song. The series aired between October 15, 1957 and June 30, 1959, for a total of 78 episodes.
The Cop and the KidThe Cop and the Kid · 1975
The Cop and the Kid
1975
SeriesComedy
Policeman Charles "Kootch" Kuzinski, a hardened bachelor with a domineering mother, finds his life irrevocably changed when he becomes the unlikely guardian of streetwise orphan Lucas.