
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.
David Frankham Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of David Frankham reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of David Frankham's work falls within the Adventure genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 55% of David Frankham's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains One Hundred and One Dalmatians, which stands out as a key performance.
Best David Frankham Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David Frankham's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie David Frankham has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| 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 | Hit | 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 "Lugosi: The Forgotten King of Horror".




