Patrick Cranshaw

Patrick Cranshaw

Joseph Patrick Cranshaw (June 17, 1919 – December 28, 2005) was an American character actor known for his distinctive look and deadpan humor. He is best known for one of his last roles, that of Joseph "Blue" Pulaski, a fraternity brother, in the 2003 hit comedy Old School. It's been said that this role helped him achieve "pop-culture status".

Known For

Old School

as Blue

The Hudsucker Proxy

as Ancient Sorter

Cast Credits

Air Buddies

as Sheriff Bob

Air Bud: Spikes Back

as Sheriff Bob

Old School

as Blue

Bubble Boy

as Pappy / Pippy

Best in Show

as Leslie Ward Cabot

The Cracker Man

as Grandpa

Almost Heroes

as Jackson

Alien Avengers II

as Judge Gorman

Ed Wood

as Editor on Studio Lot (uncredited)

The Hudsucker Proxy

as Ancient Sorter

Moving

as Packer

Yes, Giorgio

as Man on Gurney

Return of the Rebels

as Storekeeper

The Gong Show Movie

as Man Dying in Elevator

Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band

as Western Union Messenger

Mule Feathers

as Card Player

Great Day

as Pop