What's After the Movie
Pat O'Brien
Pat O'Brien, born November 11, 1899, was a prolific American film actor with a career spanning several decades, from the 1930s to the 1980s. With a remarkably versatile repertoire, O'Brien appeared in over 100 films during his acting career. He often played the role of an Irishman or Irish-American, displaying his talents in diverse genres ranging from light comedy to serious drama. Notable for his signature warm Irish charm and quick-witted demeanor, O'Brien became a favorite among fans and critics of classic Hollywood cinema.
O'Brien's wealth of film work comprises collaborations with many legendary actors and directors of Hollywood's Golden Age. He is perhaps most famously known for his roles in films like 'Knute Rockne, All American' and 'Some Like It Hot'. His portrayals often incorporated elements of his Irish descent, leading to memorable and vibrant characters that were both relatable and entertaining. The actor's enduring appeal rests not only on his cinematic output but also on his off-screen persona, marked by his friendly, down-to-earth personality. Despite his passing in 1983, Pat O'Brien's on-screen legacy endures, serving as a testament to his skills as a compelling and charismatic performer.
Biography, Career & Filmography
Learn more about Pat O'Brien, including a detailed biography, career timeline, personal life insights, and complete filmography. Discover how Pat O'Brien rose to fame, their major roles, industry impact, and personal milestones in the world of film.
Given Name: William Joseph Patrick O'Brien
Born: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.
Citizenship: American
Birthday: November 11, 1899
Occupations: Film Actor, Television Actor, Stage Actor
Years Active: 1930-1983
Children: 4
Spouses: Eloise Taylor
External Links and Streaming Options
Explore more about on trusted external platforms like Metacritic, Rotten Tomatoes, TMDb or Wikipedia. Find additional details, reviews, and related content to deepen your understanding.
Movies Featuring Pat O'Brien
The End
The Front Page
The China Hustle
Some Like It Hot
Bombshell
Men’s Thanksgiving
NB80s
Cannibal Corpse: Global Evisceration
Cannibal Corpse: Live Cannibalism
Pauly Shore Is Dead
Angels with Dirty Faces: Whaddya Hear? Whaddya Say?
Scout’s Honor
Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage
Jeff Buckley: Everybody Here Wants You
Flying High
Fighting Father Dunne
Hell’s House
The Personality Kid
Crack-Up
Marine Raiders
The Fireball
Secret Command
Compliments of the Season
The Boy with Green Hair
The Phynx
College Coach
Flowing Gold
Castle on the Hudson
Honor Among Lovers
Breakdowns of 1941
The People Against O’Hara
Bureau of Missing Persons
Flaming Gold
Having Wonderful Crime
Flirtation Walk
Billy Jack Goes to Washington
Ring of Fear
Breakdowns of 1937
Public Enemy’s Wife
Breakdowns of 1940
A Dream Comes True
Swingtime in the Movies
The Last Hurrah
Jubilee Trail
Torrid Zone
A Dangerous Profession
Knute Rockne All American
Women Are Like That
San Quentin
Consolation Marriage
In Caliente
Town Tamer
Garden of the Moon
Welcome to Hollywood
The Navy Comes Through
-tC8iWaURme4Dvg.jpg)
Screen Snapshots (Series 16, No. 1)
Kill Me Tomorrow
Bombardier
Virtue
You Must Remember This: The Warner Bros. Story
Indianapolis Speedway
The Kid from Kokomo
Submarine D-1
Air Mail
The World Gone Mad
Stars Over Broadway
Riff-Raff
Devil Dogs of the Air
American Madness
The Road to Hong Kong
Gambling Lady
Breakdowns of 1936
Criminal Lawyer
Twenty Million Sweethearts
I’ve Got Your Number
Breakdowns of 1939
Out Where the Stars Begin
Slightly Honorable
Cowboy from Brooklyn
Birthday Suit
Here Comes the Navy
Angels with Dirty Faces
The Great O’Malley
A Trip Thru a Hollywood Studio
The Final Edition
Inside Detroit
Man Alive
Crimes Square
Boy Meets Girl
Oil for the Lamps of China
The Fighting 69th
Things You Never See on the Screen
I Sell Anything
Breakdowns of 1938
China Clipper
Laughter in Hell
Broadway
His Butler’s Sister
Okinawa
Back in Circulation
Career Timeline
Track the complete movie timeline of Pat O'Brien, including all film releases, career breakthroughs, and notable roles. Follow their journey from early performances to recent blockbusters and upcoming projects.
1940
Flowing Gold
Ian 'Hap' O'Connor
Castle on the Hudson
Warden Walter Long
Breakdowns of 1940
Self
Torrid Zone
Steve Case
Knute Rockne All American
Knute Rockne
The Fighting 69th
Father Duffy
1939
Indianapolis Speedway
Joe Greer
The Kid from Kokomo
William Jennings 'Billy / 'Square Shooting Murph' Murphy
Breakdowns of 1939
Self
Slightly Honorable
John Webb
1938
Swingtime in the Movies
Himself (uncredited)
Women Are Like That
Bill Landin
Garden of the Moon
John Quinn
Out Where the Stars Begin
Pat O'Brien
Cowboy from Brooklyn
Roy Chadwick
Angels with Dirty Faces
Jerry Connolly
Boy Meets Girl
J. Carlyle 'J.C.' Benson
Breakdowns of 1938
Pat O'Brien (archive footage) (uncredited)
1937
Breakdowns of 1937
Self
San Quentin
Capt. Stephen Jameson
Submarine D-1
Butch Rogers
The Great O’Malley
James Aloysius 'Jim' / 'Jimmy' O'Malley
Back in Circulation
Bill Morgan
1936
Public Enemy’s Wife
Lee Laird
Screen Snapshots (Series 16, No. 1)
Self
Breakdowns of 1936
Self
China Clipper
Dave Logan
1935
A Dream Comes True
Himself (uncredited)
In Caliente
Larry MacArthur
Stars Over Broadway
Al McGillevray
Devil Dogs of the Air
Lieut. Brannigan
A Trip Thru a Hollywood Studio
Himself (uncredited)
Oil for the Lamps of China
Stephen Chase
Things You Never See on the Screen
Self
1934
The Personality Kid
Ritzy
Flirtation Walk
"Scrapper" Thornhhill
Gambling Lady
Charlie Lang
Twenty Million Sweethearts
Rush Blake
I’ve Got Your Number
Terry Riley
Here Comes the Navy
Biff Martin
I Sell Anything
"Spot Cash" Cutler
1933
Bombshell
College Coach
Coach Gore
Bureau of Missing Persons
Detective Butch Saunders
The World Gone Mad
Andy Terrell
Laughter in Hell
Barney Slaney
1932
Hell’s House
Matt Kelly
Flaming Gold
Ben Lear
Virtue
Jimmy Doyle
Air Mail
Duke Talbot
American Madness
Matt Brown
The Final Edition
Sam Bradshaw
What's After the Movie?
Not sure whether to stay after the credits? Find out!
Explore Our Movie Platform
New Movie Releases (2026)
Famous Movie Actors
Top Film Production Studios
Movie Plot Summaries & Endings
Major Movie Awards & Winners
Best Concert Films & Music Documentaries
Movie Collections and Curated Lists
© 2026 What's After the Movie. All rights reserved.