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).
Frank Sully Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Frank Sully 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 Sully's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Frank Sully'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 Rainbow 'Round My Shoulder, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Frank Sully Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Frank Sully's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Frank Sully has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | The Last Hurrah | Fire Lieutenant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Desperados Are in Town | Carl Branch | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Blunder Boys | Dean Watts D. Matter (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Last of the Desperados | Murder Victim Tim (bit) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Northern Patrol | Bartender | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Spies and Guys | Enemy Soldier (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Strop, Look and Listen | Waiter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Rainbow 'Round My Shoulder | Harry, the Projectionist | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Rookie Fireman | Charlie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Joe Palooka in Humphrey Takes a Chance | Looie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Nursie Behave | Officer Murphy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Reformer and the Redhead | Joe (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Beauty on Parade | Murph | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Blondie's Hero | Mike McClusky, the Snorer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch | Looie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Gun Smugglers | Corporal Clancy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Trapped by Boston Blackie | Sgt. Matthews | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Wild Harvest | Nick | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | It's Great to Be Young | Burkett | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Dangerous Business | Bert | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Throw a Saddle on a Star | Lawyer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Gentleman Misbehaves | Taxi Driver | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | One Way to Love | Hopkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Out of the Depths | 'Speed' Brogan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | I Love a Bandleader | Dan Benson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Bachelor Daze | Ezra's neighbor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Pitchin' in the Kitchen | Albert, the Neighbor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The More the Merrier | FBI Agent Pike | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Laugh Your Blues Away | Buck | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lucky Legs | Mugg | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | A Man's World | Sammy Collins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Parachute Nurse | Sgt. Peters | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sleepytime Gal | Dimples | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Private Nurse | Eddie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Golden Hoofs | Ed Muckle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Yesterday's Heroes | Curly Walsh | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | He Stayed for Breakfast | Butcher | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Escape to Glory | Tommy Malone | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Grapes of Wrath | Noah | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | Second Prisoner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Night of Nights | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Another Thin Man | Pete (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Some Like It Hot | Sailor Burke / The Living Corpse | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sorority House | The Caterer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Radio Patrol | Flynn | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Life Begins in College | Football Player | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Captains Courageous | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Romance Of Robert Burns | Jock Wilson (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Fury | Dynamiter (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Mary Burns, Fugitive | Steve | Super 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 "Rainbow 'Round My Shoulder" with a rating of 10.0/10.
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 "Radio Patrol", "Spies and Guys", and "Laugh Your Blues Away".