Frank Jenks
ActingFrank Jenks Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Frank Jenks reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Frank Jenks's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 44% of Frank Jenks'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 Bowery Battalion, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Frank Jenks Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Frank Jenks's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Frank Jenks has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | Friendly Persuasion | Shell Game Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Slightly Scarlet | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | White Lightning | Benny Brown | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Let's Go Navy! | Shell game sailor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Bowery Battalion | Recruiting Sergeant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Woman on the Run | Detective Homer Shaw | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | To Please a Lady | Press Agent | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Lucky Losers | Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Motor Patrol | Mac | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Blondie's Hero | Tim Saunders | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | You Gotta Stay Happy | Carnival Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Joe Palooka in Winner Take All | Louie | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Blondie's Reward | Ed Vance | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | High Wall | Pinky (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | White Tie and Tails | George | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Blondie's Lucky Day | Mailman | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | One Way to Love | Jensen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Christmas in Connecticut | Sinkewicz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Kid Sister | The Burglar | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Falcon in Hollywood | Lieutenant Higgins | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Strange Affair | Sgt. Erwin | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Impatient Years | Top Sergeant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Roger Touhy, Gangster | Bernard "Troubles" O'Connor | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | His Butler's Sister | Emmett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Hi'ya, Sailor | Deadpan Weaver | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Thousands Cheer | Sergeant Koslack | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Gildersleeve's Bad Day | Al | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Shantytown | Whitey | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Human Comedy | Larry - Song Leader on Train (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Maisie Gets Her Man | Art Giffman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Syncopation | Smiley Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Flame of New Orleans | 2nd Sailor | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Back Street | Harry Niles | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | His Girl Friday | Wilson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | First Love | Mike the Cop | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Golden Boy | Pepper White | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Under-Pup | Uncle Dan | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | You Can't Cheat an Honest Man | Jerry - Assistant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Last Warning | Doc Williams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Lady in the Morgue | Doc Williams | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Westland Case | Doc Williams | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Saturday's Heroes | Dubrowsky | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | One Hundred Men and a Girl | Taxi Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | We Who Are About to Die | Clyde Beasley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | That Girl from Paris | Laughing Boy Frank | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Swing Time | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Women Are Trouble | Reporter | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Witness Chair | Roy Levino | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Hello, Everybody! | Orchestra Leader (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Luxury Liner | Ship's Bandleader (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Frank Jenks - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Frank Jenks?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frank Jenks is "Bowery Battalion" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Frank Jenks acted in?
Frank Jenks has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Frank Jenks?
Other notable films include "First Love", "His Girl Friday", and "Back Street".