Frank Rice
ActingAbout Frank Rice
Frank Rice was born in Muskegon, Michigan in 1892 and passed away January 9, 1936 in Los Angeles of nephritis and hepatitis (both of which affect the kidneys). Rice began film work in silents, doing bit and supporting roles in various films, including oaters starring Jack Hoxie, Bill Cody, Hoot Gibson, Ken Maynard, Pete Morrison and Buck Jones. In the late 1920s, he settled in as the mature helper/sidekick to youngster Buzz Barton in Buzz's series at Film Booking Office (FBO). During the 1930s, Rice continued his saddle pal duties, appearing most frequently with Buck Jones and Ken Maynard. But he also assisted or had support roles in westerns with Tom Keene at RKO, Reliable's Jack Perrin and Tom Tyler, Tim McCoy at Columbia, at Fox with George O'Brien, and with John Wayne in his Warners series.
Frank Rice Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Frank Rice 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 Rice's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Frank Rice'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 Ridin' Kid from Powder River, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Frank Rice Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Frank Rice's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Frank Rice has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | Too Tough to Kill | Swede Mulhausen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Trails of the Wild | Missouri | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Stone of Silver Creek | Tom Lucas | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Loser's End | Amos | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Terror of the Plains | Banty (Tom's Sidekick) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Charlie Chan's Courage | Prospector | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | David Harum | Robinson (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Trail Drive | 'Thirsty' | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Fiddlin' Buckaroo | Banty | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | King of the Arena | Tin Star | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Hello Trouble | Hardpan - the Cook | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Sunset Trail | Taterbug | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Shotgun Pass | Sagebrush | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Freighters of Destiny | 'Rough' | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Love Your Neighbor | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Song of the Caballero | Andrea | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Fighting Legion | 'Cloudy' Jones | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Parade of the West | Snuffy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Dangerous Females | The Man | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Faro Nell or, In Old Californy | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Pals of the Prairie | Hank Robbins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Overland Telegraph | Easy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Lawless Legion | Flapjack | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Royal Rider | Wild West Show Member | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Orphan of the Sage | Hank Robbins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Headin' for Danger | Andy Johnson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Rough Ridin' Red | Hank Robbins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Young Whirlwind | Hank | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Bantam Cowboy | Sidewinder Steve | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Hound of Silver Creek | Slim Terwilliger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Won in the Clouds | Percy Hogan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Wolf Fangs | Pete | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Sky High Saunders | 'Whispering' Hicks | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Boy Rider | Hank Robbins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Three Miles Up | Professor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Red Signals | The Professor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Flying High | Haines - the Mechanic | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | With Davy Crockett at the Fall of the Alamo | Lige Beardsley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | With Daniel Boone Thru the Wilderness | Hank Vaughan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Border Sheriff | Marsh Hewitt | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Fighting Buckaroo | Any Parker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Call of Courage | Slim | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Two-Fisted Jones | Old Bill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Spook Ranch | Sheriff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Gold Rush | Man in Dance Hall (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Cloud Rider | Hank Higgins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Air Hawk | Hank Higgins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Ridin' Kid from Powder River | Cal Huxley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Wolves of the North | Dan Martin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Galloping Ace | Knack Williams | Super Hit | Similar → |
Frank Rice - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Frank Rice?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frank Rice is "The Ridin' Kid from Powder River" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Frank Rice acted in?
Frank Rice has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Frank Rice?
Other notable films include "Three Miles Up", "King of the Arena", and "The Trail Drive".