Little Nellie Kelly (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1940, Little Nellie Kelly is a comedy, family and music film directed by Norman Taurog, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. Nellie Kelly, the daughter of Irish immigrants, patches up differences between her father and maternal grandfather while rising to the top on Broadway.
Who’s in it. Little Nellie Kelly stars Judy Garland as Nellie Noonan Kelly / Little Nellie Kelly, George Murphy as Jerry Kelly, Charles Winninger as Michael Noonan and Douglas McPhail as Dennis Fogarty, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Little Nellie Kelly has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Little Nellie Kelly page.
If you liked it. Fans of Little Nellie Kelly tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Little Nellie Kelly (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Little Nellie Kelly change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Little Nellie Kelly worth watching?
- Little Nellie Kelly holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, family and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Little Nellie Kelly?
- Little Nellie Kelly stars Judy Garland, George Murphy, Charles Winninger, Douglas McPhail and Arthur Shields.
- When was Little Nellie Kelly released?
- Little Nellie Kelly was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.