Frank Drake
ActingAbout Frank Drake
Frank Donald Drake (born May 28, 1930) is an American astronomer and astrophysicist. He is involved in the search for extraterrestrial intelligence, including the founding of SETI, mounting the first observational attempts at detecting extraterrestrial communications in 1960 in Project Ozma, developing the Drake equation, and as the creator of the Arecibo Message, a digital encoding of an astronomical and biological description of the Earth and its lifeforms for transmission into the cosmos.
Frank Drake Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Frank Drake reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 3 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Frank Drake's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of Frank Drake'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 The Farthest, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Frank Drake Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Frank Drake's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Frank Drake has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | The Farthest | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Girl Who Talked to Dolphins | Self - Astronomer | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Target... Earth? | Self (as Dr. Frank Drake) | Flop | Similar → |
Frank Drake - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Frank Drake?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frank Drake is "The Farthest" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Frank Drake acted in?
Frank Drake has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.