Frank J. Scannell

Frank J. Scannell

Deceased · Born: May 7, 1903 · Died: Nov 29, 1989

Personal Details

BornMay 7, 1903 Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Biography

Frank J. Scannell, a talented thespian, entered this world on May 7, 1903, in the bustling city of Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Throughout his illustrious career, he left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment, captivating audiences with his remarkable performances in a wide range of iconic productions.

Some of his most notable roles include appearances on the beloved television program "The Red Skelton Hour" in 1951, as well as the critically acclaimed films "The Incredible Shrinking Man" in 1957 and "The Big Valley" in 1965.

Frank J. Scannell's personal life was marked by a deep and abiding love for his wife, Phyllis Marie Vaughn. Together, they shared a life filled with joy, laughter, and adventure.

Sadly, Frank J. Scannell's time on this earth came to an end on November 29, 1989, in the vibrant city of Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. His legacy, however, lives on, a testament to his enduring impact on the world of entertainment and the countless lives he touched along the way.

Career

1970
Airport
Airport as Ted Fields (uncredited)
1966
The Rare Breed
The Rare Breed as Barker (uncredited)
1964
Robin and the 7 Hoods
Robin and the 7 Hoods as Robbo's Lawyer (uncredited)
The Disorderly Orderly
The Disorderly Orderly as Milton M. Mealy (as Frank Scannell)
1960
Who Was That Lady?
Who Was That Lady? as Tenant (uncredited)
High Time
High Time as Auctioneer at College (Uncredited)
1959
Arson for Hire
Arson for Hire as Pop Bergen
The Gunfight at Dodge City
The Gunfight at Dodge City as Regan Pitchman (uncredited)
1958
The Last Hurrah
The Last Hurrah as Man (uncredited)
1957
The Tattered Dress
The Tattered Dress as Cal Morrison, Blackjack Dealer (as Frank Scannell)
1956
Crashing Las Vegas
Crashing Las Vegas as The Croupier
The Opposite Sex
The Opposite Sex as Backstage Man (uncredited)
A Lawless Street
A Lawless Street as Bartender (uncredited)
Rails Into Laramie
Rails Into Laramie as Jonesy (uncredited)
The Country Girl
The Country Girl as Bartender (uncredited)
1953
Remains to Be Seen
Remains to Be Seen as Waiter (uncredited)
The Story of Three Loves
The Story of Three Loves as Master of Ceremonies (uncredited)
The Band Wagon
The Band Wagon as Reporter (uncredited)
1952
Kansas City Confidential
Kansas City Confidential as Stickman (uncredited)
The Bad and the Beautiful
The Bad and the Beautiful as Reporter (uncredited)
1951
The Sea Hornet
The Sea Hornet as Padre Inn Bartender
Rhubarb
Rhubarb as Hamburger Harry - Bookie (uncredited)
1950
The Secret Fury
The Secret Fury as Wedding Guard at Rear Entrance (uncredited)
Armored Car Robbery
Armored Car Robbery as Mr. Kimball - Theatre Manager (uncredited)
1949
Alias the Champ
Alias the Champ as Bert Tracy
On the Town
On the Town as Officer Mulrooney (uncredited)
Act of Violence
Act of Violence as Bell Captain (uncredited)
1948
French Leave
French Leave as Francois (as Frank Scannell)
Big Town Scandal
Big Town Scandal as Smiling Charlie Kaye (uncredited)
Texas, Brooklyn & Heaven
Texas, Brooklyn & Heaven as Barker (uncredited)
Panhandle
Panhandle as Sandy (uncredited)
Romance on the High Seas
Romance on the High Seas as Ship Purser (uncredited)
Race Street
Race Street as Bar Patron Claiming "Deafness" (uncredited)
1947
Kilroy Was Here
Kilroy Was Here as 1st Cab Driver (as Frank Scannell)
That's My Man
That's My Man as Husband
I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now
I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now as Mack, Stage Manager (uncredited)
Nightmare Alley
Nightmare Alley as Roustabout at Final Carnival (uncredited)
1946
Slappily Married
Slappily Married as Fast Talker (uncredited)
Big Town
Big Town as Carnival Barker (uncredited)
Angel on My Shoulder
Angel on My Shoulder as Taxi Driver (uncredited)
1945
The Power of the Whistler
The Power of the Whistler as Highway Patrolman
Voice of the Whistler
Voice of the Whistler as Druggist (uncredited)
Utah
Utah as Lyle Carter
Song of the Open Road
Song of the Open Road as Bit Role (uncredited)
Lost in a Harem
Lost in a Harem as Fruit Vendor (uncredited)