Bill Kelso Mfg leather jackets in Hollywood films and television productions
We have had the privilege of crafting jackets for a selection of Hollywood films and television productions, working closely with costume departments to achieve pieces that meet the demands of both authenticity and performance.
Each garment reflects the same level of precision and character found in our core collection built not only for the screen, but for those who appreciate true craftsmanship.
2025
NUREMBERG
The film Nuremberg (2025), directed by James Vanderbilt, is a historical psychological drama set after World War II. It follows U.S. Army psychiatrist Douglas Kelley, who is tasked with evaluating top Nazi leaders—most notably Hermann Göring—before the Nuremberg Trials to determine their mental fitness for prosecution.
As Kelley conducts increasingly intense interviews, he becomes drawn into a psychological struggle with the prisoners, especially Göring, exploring questions of morality, manipulation, and the nature of evil. The film stars Rami Malek as Douglas Kelley and Russell Crowe as Hermann Göring, with supporting performances from Michael Shannon and Richard E. Grant. We were commissioned to produce the leather jacket worn by Academy Award winner Rami Malek.
2024
INDIANA JONES VS UNCHARTED VS TOMB RAIDER
“Indiana Jones vs Uncharted vs Tomb Raider” is a fan-made YouTube short film, directed by Devin Graham, that brings together three iconic adventure franchises in a crossover-style story.
It features Indiana Jones, Nathan Drake from Uncharted, and Lara Croft from Tomb Raider as they compete or cross paths while searching for a powerful ancient artifact. The film unfolds as a stylized action sequence, blending treasure hunting, puzzles, traps, and combat, with each character showcasing their signature skills and personality.
The production marks another striking appearance of our Relic Hunter (Indiana Jones) jacket. We also supported the team in assembling the complete Indiana Jones costume, ensuring authenticity and attention to detail throughout. For full credits, please watch this video: https://youtu.be/gjlA3-pEwzE
2017
BBC SAS ROGUE WARRIORS
Directed by Matthew Whiteman, BBC SAS: Rogue Warriors is a compelling historical documentary series that traces the origins of the British Special Air Service (SAS) during the Second World War.
It chronicles the formation of the unit under David Stirling and its early covert operations in North Africa, revealing how a small, unconventional force reshaped modern warfare through daring tactics behind enemy lines.
Hosted by historian Ben Macintyre, the series blends archival insight, reenactment, and expert analysis to illuminate the emergence of one of the world’s most elite special forces units. During filming, Ben Macintyre wore our Relic Hunter (Indiana Jones) jacket—a piece he continues to keep and treasure.
2017
BROADWAY BANDSTAND MUSICAL
“Bandstand” is a World War II–era Broadway musical, with music and lyrics by Richard Oberacker and Robert Taylor. Directed and choreographed by Andy Blankenbuehler, it premiered on Broadway in 2017 at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre.
The story follows a group of veterans returning home in 1945, navigating the challenges of trauma, identity, and reintegration into civilian life. United by music, they form a band to compete in a national radio contest in New York, using performance as a means to rediscover purpose and connection.
For the production, costume designer Martin Schnellinger commissioned us to create a made-to-order Rough Wear 27752 in record time—an undertaking we were proud to deliver with precision and dedication.
2015
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC – AUSTRALIA: LIFE ON THE EDGE
Australia: Life on the Edge is a National Geographic documentary series that explores the vast and dramatic meeting point of land and sea along Australia’s coastline. Following scientists, explorers, and leading experts, the series delves into the country’s extraordinary marine life, coastal landscapes, and deep geological history. Through cinematic imagery and immersive field research, it reveals how the ocean has shaped both the natural environment and human life at the continent’s edge.
Among its contributors is Paul Carter—international bestselling author, National Geographic presenter, and adventurer—who is seen wearing a Bill Kelso jacket.
2014
UNBROKEN
Unbroken (2014), directed by Angelina Jolie, tells the remarkable true story of Louis Zamperini, an Olympic athlete who becomes a bombardier flying B-24 Liberator missions during World War II.
After surviving a plane crash in the Pacific Ocean and enduring weeks adrift at sea, he is captured by Japanese forces and sent to a brutal prisoner-of-war camp, where his resilience is tested to the limit.
For the film, the late costume designer Joe Hobbs entrusted us with the creation of the A-2 jackets to be worn by the main character portrayed by Jack O’Connell, crafted in both russet and seal tones using premium Carlo Badalassi cowhide.