Frank Melton

Frank Melton

Deceased · Born: Dec 6, 1907 · Died: Mar 19, 1951

1941
1940
1938
1937
1936

Personal Details

BornDec 6, 1907 Pineapple, Alabama, USA

Biography

Frank Melton, a renowned thespian, entered this world on December 6, 1907, in the charming town of Pineapple, Alabama, United States of America.

His impressive acting career spanned multiple decades, with notable roles in several iconic films. One of his most memorable performances was in the 1933 classic, State Fair, a timeless tale of love, family, and the American Dream.

In 1941, Melton took on the lead role in the swashbuckling adventure, Pot o' Gold, showcasing his versatility as an actor. His talent for bringing characters to life also shone through in the 1938 epic, The Buccaneer, a historical drama that captivated audiences worldwide.

Tragically, Frank Melton's life was cut short when he passed away on March 19, 1951, in Hollywood, California, USA. Despite his untimely demise, his legacy as a talented actor continues to inspire and entertain new generations of film enthusiasts.

Career

1951
The Red Badge of Courage
The Red Badge of Courage as Confederate Soldier (uncredited)
1944
Bride by Mistake
Bride by Mistake as Armed Guard
The Woman in the Window
The Woman in the Window as Onlooker at Gallery (uncredited)
Destroyer
Destroyer as Doctor
1942
Black Dragons
Black Dragons as FBI Agent
1941
They Meet Again
They Meet Again as Wiliiam Merrill Jr.
Pot o' Gold
Pot o' Gold as Jasper Backus
Road to Happiness
Road to Happiness as Boarder (uncredited)
Remember the Day
Remember the Day as Photographer
The Strawberry Blonde
The Strawberry Blonde as Man (uncredited)
Tanks a Million
Tanks a Million as Pvt. Cleary
1940
The Fighting 69th
The Fighting 69th as Alabama Man #3 (uncredited)
The Return of Frank James
The Return of Frank James as Reporter (uncredited)
Blondie Has Servant Trouble
Blondie Has Servant Trouble as Ollie - Dithers' Employee (uncredited)
1939
Big Town Czar
Big Town Czar as Hotel Clerk
You Can't Cheat an Honest Man
You Can't Cheat an Honest Man as First Yokel (uncredited)
1938
Start Cheering
Start Cheering as Gas Station Attendant
The Buccaneer
The Buccaneer as Lieutenant Shreve
Dangerous to Know
Dangerous to Know as Man at Racetrack (uncredited)
1937
Damaged Goods
Damaged Goods as Jack (George's intern pal)
1936
August Weekend
August Weekend as Ronnie Washburne
Silks and Saddles
Silks and Saddles as Les Winters
1935
$10 Raise
$10 Raise as Clark
The Farmer Takes a Wife
The Farmer Takes a Wife as Lottery Ticket Seller
1934
Judge Priest
Judge Priest as Fleming 'Flem' Talley
The World Moves On
The World Moves On as John Girard (1825)
1933
State Fair
State Fair as Harry Ware
Ace of Aces
Ace of Aces as Phil 'Pee Wee' Parker (uncredited)