Frank Richards
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Frank Richards reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Crime
The majority of Frank Richards's filmography leans towards the Crime 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 32% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Frank Richards remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Requiem for a Heavyweight, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Frank Richards Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Frank Richards's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Frank Richards.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | A Woman Under the Influence | Adolph | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Hook | Crewman Kaskevitch | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Hangman | Zimmerman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Lonelyhearts | Taxi Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Arson for Hire | Man Making Phone Calls | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Revolt in the Big House | Jake | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Cry Baby Killer | Pete Gambelli | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Teacher's Pet | Cab Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The World Was His Jury | Milo Radvitch aka Mikel Petrov | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Hard Man | Vince Kane (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Running Target | Sam Castagna | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Man from Del Rio | Ken | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Requiem for a Heavyweight | Fighter in Bar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Davy Crockett and the River Pirates | Little Harpe | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Killing | Track Employee in Locker Room (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Man with the Golden Arm | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Guys and Dolls | Man with Packages (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Spy Chasers | George | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Gang Busters | Slug Bennett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | A Bullet for Joey | Ship Officer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | New York Confidential | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Destry | Dummy | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Tennessee Champ | J.B. Backett | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Prisoners of the Casbah | Second thief | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | I, the Jury | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The System | Charley, Merrick's Butler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Savage | Sgt. Norris | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Pat and Mike | Sam Garsell | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Carbine Williams | Truex | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Scarf | Gargantua | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Wyoming Mail | Prison Contact (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | No Way Out | Mac (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Father of the Bride | Truck Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Western Pacific Agent | Keystone | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Outriders | Outrider with Knife (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Threat | Lefty | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Tough Assignment | Steve | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Thieves' Highway | Cab Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Cowboy and the Indians | Smiley Martin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Come to the Stable | Lefty (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Crooked Way | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Set-Up | Bat - Program Vendor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | A Double Life | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Redhead from Manhattan | Fisherman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | A Man's World | Thomas | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Alias Boston Blackie | Mack - Prisoner Next to Joe (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Corsican Brothers | Colonna's Henchman (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Hold That Ghost | Gunman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Arizona | Dugan | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Before I Hang | Otto Kron - Convict | Average | Similar → |
Frank Richards - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Frank Richards?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frank Richards is "Requiem for a Heavyweight" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Frank Richards acted in?
Frank Richards has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Frank Richards?
Other notable films include "A Woman Under the Influence", "The Killing", and "The Set-Up".