Frank Ferrara Sr. - Actor Profile

Frank Ferrara Sr.

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Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
28Total Films
7.8 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 13, 1946

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Frank Ferrara Sr. reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 28 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Crime

The majority of Frank Ferrara Sr.'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 21% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Frank Ferrara Sr. remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Carlito's Way, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Frank Ferrara Sr. Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Frank Ferrara Sr.'s career based on audience ratings.

★7.8
Carlito's Way (1993) movie poster
★7.8

Carlito's Way: Free after years in prison, Carlito Brigante intends to give up his criminal ways, but it's not long before the ex-con i

Carlito's Way

1993•Crime
★7.7
The Warriors (1979) movie poster
★7.7

The Warriors: Prominent gang leader Cyrus calls a meeting of New York's gangs to set aside their turf wars and take over the city. At

The Warriors

1979•Action
★7.4
The Godfather Part III (1990) movie poster
★7.4

The Godfather Part III: In the midst of trying to legitimize his business dealings in 1979 New York and Italy, aging mafia don, Michael Corleone

The Godfather Part III

1990•Crime
★7.0
The Wanderers (1979) movie poster
★7.0

The Wanderers: The streets of the Bronx are owned by '60s youth gangs where the joy and pain of adolescence is lived. Philip Kaufman te

The Wanderers

1979•Drama
★6.9
Step Up (2006) movie poster
★6.9

Step Up: Delinquent Tyler Gage receives the opportunity of a lifetime after vandalizing a performing arts school, gaining him the

Step Up

2006•Music

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Frank Ferrara Sr..

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2006 Step Up Security Guard Hit Similar →
2006 Just My Luck Central Park Cop Average Similar →
2005 Brooklyn Battery Carmelo Flop Similar →
2002 Rollerball Assistant Gold Coach Flop Similar →
2002 Monday Night Mayhem Goon Flop Similar →
2000 Cecil B. Demented Teamster Average Similar →
1999 Raw Nerve Detective Hughes Flop Similar →
1999 Scarred City Terry Furrell Flop Similar →
1994 Sugar Hill Sal's Bodyguard Average Similar →
1993 Carlito's Way Manzanero Super Hit Similar →
1992 Under Siege Commando Average Similar →
1992 Looping Bodyguard Flop Similar →
1991 The Last Boy Scout Milo's Goon Hit Similar →
1991 One Good Cop Burly Prisoner Average Similar →
1990 The Godfather Part III Zasa's Bodyguard (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1990 A Shock to the System Off Duty Cab Driver Average Similar →
1988 Married to the Mob Vinnie 'The Slug' Average Similar →
1987 Orphans Cab Driver Average Similar →
1987 The Saint in Manhattan Goon Flop Similar →
1986 The Manhattan Project SWAT Average Similar →
1986 Raw Deal Spike Average Similar →
1986 Sweet Liberty Lopert Flop Similar →
1986 Wise Guys Thug Flop Similar →
1985 Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins Boomer #3 Average Similar →
1984 Deathmask Lazio Szathmary Flop Similar →
1982 One Down, Two to Go Show Thug Flop Similar →
1979 The Wanderers Wanderer Hit Similar →
1979 The Warriors Police Super Hit Similar →

Frank Ferrara Sr. - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Frank Ferrara Sr.?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frank Ferrara Sr. is "Carlito's Way" with a rating of 7.8/10.

How many movies has Frank Ferrara Sr. acted in?

Frank Ferrara Sr. has been featured in at least 28 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Frank Ferrara Sr.?

Other notable films include "The Warriors", "The Godfather Part III", and "The Wanderers".