Frank Sully
ActingAbout Frank Sully
Francis Thomas Sullivan, aka Frank Sully, was an American character actor. Beefy and square-jawed, he was usually cast as rustic types or dumb heavies. He was a regular feature in Three Stooges shorts. Sully started his career as a comedian in vaudeville and appeared on Broadway from the late 1920s. He is known for the films The Grapes of Wrath (1940), The More the Merrier (1943) and Bye Bye Birdie (1963).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Frank Sully 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: Comedy
The majority of Frank Sully's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 52% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Frank Sully remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Grapes of Wrath, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Frank Sully Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Frank Sully's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Frank Sully.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | Gypsy | Wichita Burlesque Audience Member (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Last Hurrah | Fire Lieutenant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Friendly Persuasion | Rebel Looter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Frontier Gambler | Bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Blunder Boys | Dean Watts D. Matter (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Apache Ambush | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Naked Street | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Silver Lode | Paul Herbert, Telegrapher | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Ain't It Aggravatin' | Neighbor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Pat and Mike | Photographer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Man in the Saddle | Lee Repp | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Red Badge of Courage | Veteran (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Tall Target | Telegram Messenger (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Father's Little Dividend | Infant Service Diaper Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Reformer and the Redhead | Joe (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Good Humor Man | Cop (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Blondie's Hero | Mike McClusky, the Snorer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Blondie's Reward | Officer Carney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Trapped by Boston Blackie | Sgt. Matthews | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Boston Blackie and the Law | Sgt. Matthews | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | One Way to Love | Hopkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Secret Command | Shawn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Thousands Cheer | Alan | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The More the Merrier | FBI Agent Pike | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Power of the Press | Mack Gibbons (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Boogie Man Will Get You | Officer Joe Starrett | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | My Sister Eileen | Jenson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Rings on Her Fingers | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | All Through the Night | Spence | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | She Knew All the Answers | Cop | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Golden Hoofs | Ed Muckle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Spring Parade | Bert - Shawl Salesman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | City for Conquest | Radio Listener (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Return of Frank James | Actor | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Cross-Country Romance | Mike | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lillian Russell | Hank | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Doctor Takes a Wife | Slapcovitch | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Grapes of Wrath | Noah | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | Second Prisoner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Another Thin Man | Pete (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Some Like It Hot | Sailor Burke / The Living Corpse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sorority House | The Caterer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Great Man Votes | Policeman at Parade | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hold That Co-ed | Steve Wurgerski | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Start Cheering | Jimmy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Captains Courageous | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | They Gave Him a Gun | Comedy Soldier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Black Legion | Truck Driver's Helper (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Theodora Goes Wild | Clarence (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Fury | Dynamiter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Frank Sully - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Frank Sully?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frank Sully is "The Grapes of Wrath" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Frank Sully acted in?
Frank Sully has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Frank Sully?
Other notable films include "Blunder Boys", "Fury", and "Captains Courageous".