Frank Whaley
ActingAbout Frank Whaley
Frank Joseph Whaley (born July 20, 1963) is an American actor, film director, screenwriter, musician and comedian. His roles include Brett in Pulp Fiction, Robby Krieger in The Doors, Jim Dodge in Career Opportunities, young Archie "Moonlight" Graham in Field of Dreams, and Guy in Swimming with Sharks. He has also appeared in films and TV series such as Born on the Fourth of July, The Freshman, A Midnight Clear, Swing Kids, Broken Arrow, Luke Cage, Red Dragon and World Trade Center. Whaley was born and raised in Syracuse, New York, the son of Robert W. Whaley Sr. and Josephine (née Timilione).Whaley graduated from Anthony A. Henninger High School in 1981 and left home at 18. He graduated from the University at Albany.
Best Frank Whaley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Frank Whaley's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Frank Whaley.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Saint Clare | Mailman Bob | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Death on the Border | Detective John Watson | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Magic in Mount Holly | Buyer | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Shed | Bane | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Hustlers | Reese | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Wish Man | Tom Wells | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | All That We Destroy | Parker | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Warning Shot | David | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Outcasts | Herb Watson | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Monster Trucks | Wade Coley | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Rob the Mob | Agent Frank Hurd | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Aftermath | Eric | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Janie Jones | Chuck | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | As Good As Dead | Aaron | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Drillbit Taylor | Jittery Bodyguard | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Hottest State | Harris | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Ruffian | Bill Nack | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Vacancy | Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | World Trade Center | Chuck Sereika | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Where There's a Will | Richie Greene | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Mrs. Harris | George Bolen | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Field of Dreams: Passing Along the Pastime | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | School of Rock | Battle of the Bands Director (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Red Dragon | Ralph Mandy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Jimmy Show | Jimmy O'Brien | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Joe the King | Angry Man Bob Owes | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Curtain Call | Brett Conway | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | When Trumpets Fade | Medic Chamberlain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Wall | Bishop (segment "The Player") | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Retroactive | Brian | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Cannes Man | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Broken Arrow | Giles Prentice | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | I.Q. | Frank | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Pulp Fiction | Brett | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Swimming with Sharks | Guy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | To Dance with the White Dog | James | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Fatal Deception: Mrs. Lee Harvey Oswald | Lee Harvey Oswald | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Swing Kids | Arvid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Hoffa | Young Trucker in Diner | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | A Midnight Clear | Paul 'Father' Mundy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | JFK | Oswald Imposter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Career Opportunities | Jim Dodge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Doors | Robby Krieger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Cold Dog Soup | Michael Latchmer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Freshman | Steve Bushak | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Born on the Fourth of July | Timmy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Little Monsters | Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Field of Dreams | Archie Graham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Unconquered | Arnie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Ironweed | Young Francis | Average | Similar → |
Frank Whaley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Frank Whaley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frank Whaley is "Unconquered" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Frank Whaley acted in?
Frank Whaley has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Frank Whaley?
Other notable films include "Field of Dreams: Passing Along the Pastime", "Ruffian", and "Pulp Fiction".