Frank Whitbeck
ActingAbout Frank Whitbeck
Frank Whitbeck was the longtime chief of publicity/exploitation at MGM. He also narrated several hundred theatrical trailers for MGM features.
Frank Whitbeck Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Frank Whitbeck reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 28 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Frank Whitbeck's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 29% of Frank Whitbeck'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 Mortal Storm, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Frank Whitbeck Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Frank Whitbeck's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Frank Whitbeck has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | The Horse with the Human Mind | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Twenty Years After | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Presenting Lily Mars | Trailer Narrator (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Fingers at the Window | Trailer Announcer (Voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | We Must Have Music | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Personalities | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | You Can't Fool a Camera | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | America, Preferred | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Eyes of the Navy | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | A New Romance of Celluloid: The Miracle of Sound | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Mortal Storm | Trailer Announcer (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hollywood: Style Center of the World | Narrator | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Edison, the Man | Trailer Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Young Tom Edison | Narrator (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Northward, Ho! | Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Old South | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Babes in Arms | Trailer Announcer (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Ice Follies of 1939 | Radio Announcer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Another Romance of Celluloid: Electrical Power | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The City of Little Men | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hollywood Goes to Town | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Arsène Lupin Returns | Radio Broadcaster (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Another Romance of Celluloid | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Romance of Celluloid | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Grand Bounce | Radio News Announcer (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Lest We Forget | Narrator (voice, uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Man Of The People | Radio Announcer (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Candid Camera Story (Very Candid) of the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures 1937 Convention | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Frank Whitbeck - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Frank Whitbeck?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frank Whitbeck is "The Mortal Storm" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Frank Whitbeck acted in?
Frank Whitbeck has been featured in at least 28 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Frank Whitbeck?
Other notable films include "Eyes of the Navy", "Man Of The People", and "The Romance of Celluloid".