David Frankham
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. David Frankham (born 16 February 1926) is a film and television actor. After serving in India and Malaya in WWII, Frankham worked first as a news reader, and then a writer, interviewer and producer for the BBC from 1948 through 1955. In 1955 Frankham moved to Hollywood to pursue a career as an actor. He soon found work, appearing on five episodes of the live television program Matinee Theater. He worked steadily in television, as well as appearing in films such as Return of the Fly (1959), Ten Who Dared (1960), Master of the World (1961), Tales of Terror (1962), The Spiral Road (1962), King Rat (1965), and The Great Santini (1979). Frankham provided the voice of Sergeant Tibbs the cat in Walt Disney's One Hundred and One Dalmatians. He appeared in guest roles on American television from the late 1950s through the 1980s. His career peaked in the 1960s with frequent roles on such popular shows as Thriller (U.S. TV series), Twelve O'Clock High (TV series), The F.B.I., Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C., The Beverly Hillbillies, The Outer Limits, Star Trek, then onward into the 1970s in Cannon (TV series), The Waltons, and McCloud (TV series). Description above from the Wikipedia article David Frankham, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of David Frankham reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Adventure
The majority of David Frankham's filmography leans towards the Adventure genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 45% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), David Frankham remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in One Hundred and One Dalmatians, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best David Frankham Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David Frankham's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of David Frankham.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Hollywood in the Atomic Age: Monsters! Martians! Mad Scientists! | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Lugosi: The Forgotten King of Horror | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Substitute | Riggs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Great Santini | Capt. Weber | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Winter Kill | Rev. Phillips | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | King Rat | Cox | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Tales of Terror | Dr. James ("The Case of M. Valdemar") | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Master of the World | Phillip Evans | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | One Hundred and One Dalmatians | Sergeant Tibbs (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Ten Who Dared | Frank Goodman | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Return of the Fly | Ronald Holmes, alias Alan Hinds | Average | Similar → |
David Frankham - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of David Frankham?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Frankham is "One Hundred and One Dalmatians" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has David Frankham acted in?
David Frankham has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by David Frankham?
Other notable films include "Winter Kill", "King Rat", and "The Great Santini".