Frank De Kova
Biography
Frank De Kova was a male actor born in New York City, New York, USA on March 17, 1910. He is known for his work in acting. De Kova's career in acting spanned multiple roles, including a starring role in the play "Detective Story". He transitioned to Hollywood, making his debut in the 1952 film Viva Zapata! as a devious Mexican colonel. De Kova's acting credits include work in various film and television productions. He passed away on October 15, 1981, at the age of 71.
Career overview
Frank DeKova began his acting career on stage, playing in many Shakespearean productions before transitioning to Broadway. He gained recognition for his starring role in the classic detective play "Detective Story", which led to his debut in Hollywood. DeKova's first film appearance was in Viva Zapata!, where he portrayed a devious Mexican character.
DeKova's acting career spanned a wide range of roles, often typecast as menacing figures. He played cold-blooded trigger-men, rampaging Indian chiefs, and brutal Mexican army officers in various films. His sinister scowl and piercing eyes became signature characteristics of his performances.
Throughout his acting career, DeKova accumulated a significant number of credits, with 116 known credits to his name. His work in film and theater showcased his versatility as an actor, and he remained active in the industry until his death.
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143 titles- Hey Good Lookin' (1982) as Old Vinnie (voice)
- American Pop (1981) as Crisco (voice)
- Mafia on the Bounty (1980) as Rupolo
- Cat in the Cage (1978) as Rachid Khan
- The Incredible Hulk (1977)
- Baretta (1975)
- The Swiss Family Robinson (1975)
- Coonskin (1975) as Managan (voice) / Ruby (voice) (uncredited)
- Johnny Firecloud (1975) as White Eagle
- Crossfire (1975) as Albert Ambrose
- Little House on the Prairie (1974) as Chief Kilowatt
- The Rockford Files (1974) as Nova
- Police Woman (1974) as Vito Angelo
- Run, Joe, Run (1974)
- Baby Needs a New Pair of Shoes (1974) as Big Tony (as Frank deKova)
- Police Story (1973)
- Toma (1973)
- The Don Is Dead (1973) as Giunta
- Heavy Traffic (1973) as Angelo "Angie" Corleone (voice)
- The Slams (1973) as Capiello
- Frasier, the Sensuous Lion (1973) as The Man
- The Mechanic (1972) as The Man
- Cannon (1971)
- The Wild Country (1970) as Two Dog
- Love, American Style (1969)
- Hawaii Five-O (1968) as Phil Kalama
- It Takes a Thief (1968) as Gen. Tashkov
- The High Chaparral (1967) as Aguirre
- The Legend of the Boy and the Eagle (1967) as Narrator (voice)
- The F.B.I. (1965) as Faber
- The F.B.I. (1965) as Dracus
- F Troop (1965) as Chief Wild Eagle
- F Troop (1965) as Wild Eagle
- The Greatest Story Ever Told (1965) as The tormentor
- The Sword of Ali Baba (1965) as Old Baba
- Daniel Boone (1964) as Talakum
- Daniel Boone (1964) as Saugus
- Those Calloways (1964) as Nigosh
- Kraft Suspense Theatre (1963) as Edward
- The Greatest Show on Earth (1963) as Joseph
- The Dakotas (1963)
- The Gallant Men (1962)
- Follow That Dream (1962) as Jack (as Frank de Kova)
- Ben Casey (1961)
- Gunslinger (1961) as Don Ignacio Alesandro
- Atlantis: The Lost Continent (1961) as Sonoy the Astrologer
- Route 66 (1960)
- Thriller (1960) as Lieutenant Vincoli
- Surfside 6 (1960) as Stinger
- The Tall Man (1960)
- Outlaws (1960)
- The Islanders (1960) as Carlos Roca
- The Roaring 20's (1960)
- The Rise and Fall of Legs Diamond (1960) as Syndicate Chairman
- Rawhide (1959) as Chief Tawyawp
- Rawhide (1959) as Villegro
- The Untouchables (1959) as Louis 'Little New York' Campagna
- The Untouchables (1959) as Anthony 'Tough Tony' Lamberto
- The Untouchables (1959) as Louis Campagne
- The Untouchables (1959) as Louie Campagna
- The Untouchables (1959) as The Man
- The Untouchables (1959) as Bugs Donovan
- Laramie (1959)
- Laramie (1959) as Tah-Za
- Hawaiian Eye (1959) as Pete Dailey
- The Rebel (1959) as Richard Aloysius Sturgis
- The Deputy (1959) as Cowan
- The Detectives (1959) as Nordoff
- Black Saddle (1959) as Calderon
- The Third Man (1959) as Arlatti
- The Third Man (1959) as Juan Rodriguez
- Johnny Staccato (1959)
- The Alaskans (1959)
- The Lawless Years (1959)
- The Troubleshooters (1959) as Nadi
- Day of the Outlaw (1959) as Denver, Bruhn's Gang
- The Jayhawkers! (1959) as Evans
- The Rifleman (1958)
- The Rifleman (1958) as Chief Hostay
- Peter Gunn (1958)
- Lawman (1958) as Jed Barker
- 77 Sunset Strip (1958) as Jack Bent
- 77 Sunset Strip (1958) as Jerry Gordon
- 77 Sunset Strip (1958) as Dino Malatesta
- Westinghouse Desilu Playhouse (1958) as Jimmy Napoli
- The Brothers Karamazov (1958) as Capt. Vrublevski
- Cowboy (1958) as Alcaide
- Machine-Gun Kelly (1958) as Harry
- Apache Territory (1958) as Lugo (as Frank deKova)
- Teenage Cave Man (1958) as The Black-Bearded One
- Maverick (1957)
- Wagon Train (1957) as Obuki
- Wagon Train (1957) as Isaiah Quickfox
- Wagon Train (1957) as Ocheo
- Wagon Train (1957) as True Oak
- Wagon Train (1957) as Indian Chief
- Hawkeye and the Last of the Mohicans (1957) as Ottawa Chief
- The Californians (1957) as Ug-A-Mug
- The Walter Winchell File (1957) as Stefan
- Run of the Arrow (1957) as Red Cloud (as Frank De Kova)
- Ride Out for Revenge (1957) as Chief Yellow Wolf
- Appointment with a Shadow (1957) as Dutch Hayden
- Not One Shall Die (1957) as Egyptian Official
- The Ten Commandments (1956) as Abiram
- Reprisal! (1956) as Charlie Washackle
- Tales of the 77th Bengal Lancers (1956)
- The Lone Ranger (1956) as Chief Red Hawk
- Santiago (1956) as Jingo
- Pillars of the Sky (1956) as Zachariah
- Johnny Moccasin (1956) as Brave Scout
- The White Squaw (1956) as Yellow Elk
- Cheyenne (1955)
- Cheyenne (1955) as Spotted Bull
- Cheyenne (1955) as Sitting Bull
- Cheyenne (1955) as Dull Knife
- Cheyenne (1955) as Chief Johnny Cake
- Cheyenne (1955) as War Cloud
- Cheyenne (1955) as Red Knife
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Tobeel
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Mulligan Rives
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Leader
- Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955) as Pedro
- Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955) as Senor Vargas
- The Man from Laramie (1955) as Padre
- Strange Lady in Town (1955) as Anse Hatlo
- Shack Out on 101 (1955) as Prof. Claude Dillon
- Hold Back Tomorrow (1955) as Priest
- The Adventures of Rin Tin Tin (1954)
- Drum Beat (1954) as Modoc Jim
- Passion (1954) as Martinez (as Frank de Kova)
- They Rode West (1954) as Isatai
- Valley of the Kings (1954) as Akmed Salah (uncredited)
- Arrowhead (1953) as Chief Chattez
- All the Brothers Were Valiant (1953) as Stevenson
- King of the Khyber Rifles (1953) as Ali Nur
- Raiders of the Seven Seas (1953) as Captain Romero
- The Desert Song (1953) as Mindar
- Fighter Attack (1953) as Benedetto
- Split Second (1953) as Dummy
- The Big Sky (1952) as Moleface (uncredited)
- Holiday for Sinners (1952) as The Wiry Man
- Martin Kane, Private Eye (1949) as Thomas Randall
- Kiss of Death (1947) as Con Library (uncredited)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Frank De Kova best known for?
Frank De Kova is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including American Pop (1981), Beauty and the Beast (1946), Assignment Terror (1970), The Swiss Family Robinson (1975).
When and where was Frank De Kova born?
Frank De Kova was born on March 17, 1910 in New York City, New York, USA. They passed away on October 15, 1981.
How many credits does Frank De Kova have?
Frank De Kova has accumulated over 143 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1947 to 1982.
What is Frank De Kova's background in cinema and television?
Frank De Kova was a male actor born in New York City, New York, USA on March 17, 1910. He is known for his work in acting. De Kova's career in acting spanned multiple roles, including a starring role in the play "Detective Story". He transitioned to Hollywood, making his debut in the 1952 film Viva Zapata! as a devious...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Untouchables (1959) as Louis 'Little New York' Campagna — aged about 49
- The Untouchables (1959) as Anthony 'Tough Tony' Lamberto — aged about 49
- The Untouchables (1959) as Louis Campagne — aged about 49
- The Untouchables (1959) as Louie Campagna — aged about 49
- The Untouchables (1959) as The Man — aged about 49
- The Untouchables (1959) as Bugs Donovan — aged about 49
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