Frank Coghlan Jr.
ActingAbout Frank Coghlan Jr.
Frank Coghlan, Jr. (1916–2009) was an American actor who later became a career officer in the United States Navy and a Naval Aviator. He appeared in approximately 129 films and television programs between 1920 and 1974. During the 1920s and 1930s, he became a popular child and juvenile actor appearing in early Our Gang comedies, but he is best known for the role of Billy Batson in Adventures of Captain Marvel. Coghlan later served 23 years as an aviator and officer in the US Navy from 1942 to 1965. After retiring from the Navy, he returned to acting and appeared in television, films, and commercials.
Frank Coghlan Jr. Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Frank Coghlan Jr. reflects exceptional commercial consistency. 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 Coghlan Jr.'s work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 92% of Frank Coghlan Jr.'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 Bobbed Hair, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Frank Coghlan Jr. Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Frank Coghlan Jr.'s career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Frank Coghlan Jr. has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | Military Training | Soldier Patient | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Uncle Joe | Dick | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Adventures of Captain Marvel | Billy Batson | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Love Thy Neighbor | Bellboy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Free, Blonde and 21 | Sammy, Bellboy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gone with the Wind | Collapsing Soldier (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Meet Dr. Christian | Bud | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Here I Am a Stranger | Office Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dust Be My Destiny | Newsboy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Angels Wash Their Faces | Al - Boy Working Lathe (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | It's a Wonderful World | Elevator Boy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Ex-Champ | Bellhop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | East Side of Heaven | Messenger Boy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle | Boy in Montage (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Off the Record | Copyboy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Scouts to the Rescue | Ken - a Boy Scout | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Service de Luxe | Bellhop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Blazing Barriers | Tommy McGrath | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Let Them Live | Bellhop | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Charlie Chan at the Race Track | Eddie Brill, Jockey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Melody in May | Tommy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Little Red Schoolhouse | Frank 'Frankie' Burke | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Happiness C.O.D. | Larry Sherridan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Kentucky Blue Streak | Johnny Bradley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | What's to Do? | Sonny Rogers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Racetrack | Jackie Curtis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Last of the Mohicans | Uncas | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Penrod and Sam | Sam Williams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | How I Play Golf, by Bobby Jones No. 5: 'The Medium Irons' | Junior | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Public Enemy | Tom as a Boy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | River's End | Mickey | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Square Shoulders | Tad | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Marked Money | The Kid | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Let 'Er Go Gallegher | John 'Let 'Er Go' Gallegher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | A Harp in Hock | Tommy Shannon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Country Doctor | Sard Jones | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Yankee Clipper | Mickey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Slide, Kelly, Slide | Mickey Martin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Her Man o' War | Peterkin Schultz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Last Frontier | Buddy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Mike | Boy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Whispering Smith | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Skyrocket | Mickey (prologue) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Great Circus Mystery | (as Junior Coghlan) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Darling of New York | The Ross Kid | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | A Woman of Paris: A Drama of Fate | Boy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Little Old New York | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Bobbed Hair | Lamont Child (as Junior Coghlan) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Poverty of Riches | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Adventures of Daredevil Jack | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
Frank Coghlan Jr. - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Frank Coghlan Jr.?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frank Coghlan Jr. is "Bobbed Hair" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Frank Coghlan Jr. acted in?
Frank Coghlan Jr. has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Frank Coghlan Jr.?
Other notable films include "The Skyrocket", "Blazing Barriers", and "Marked Money".