Frank Overton
Biography
Frank Overton was an actor born in Babylon, New York, United States, on March 12, 1918. He was male and had a known credit total of 59. Throughout his career, he became known for his work in television and film, including appearances in The Twilight Zone, The Alfred Hitchcock Hour, and Thriller. His career spanned multiple projects within the entertainment industry. Frank Overton passed away on April 24, 1967, at the age of 49. Additional personal and professional information indicates he was also known by the name Frank Emmons O.
Career overview
Frank Overton was a male actor known for acting with fifty-nine known credits in movies and television shows. Born on March 12, 1918, in Babylon, New York, United States, he had a career in the entertainment industry that included various film and television appearances. Among his recognized work, he became known for his participation in projects such as The Twilight Zone, The Alfred Hitchcock Hour, and Thriller.
Throughout his active career, he was also known by the alternative name Frank Emmons O. His life and career spanned several decades before his death on April 24, 1967, at the age of forty-nine. Information regarding his personal life, specific character roles, and full filmography details remain documented within film databases and reference archives dedicated to his acting credits.
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75 titles- 'Fail-Safe' and the Cold War (2020) as Self (archive footage)
- The Twilight Zone: A 60th Anniversary Celebration (2019) as Robert Sloan (archive footage)
- The Invaders (1967) as Dr. Grayson
- Star Trek (1966) as Elias Sandoval
- 12 O'Clock High (1964) as Major Harvey Stovall
- Fail Safe (1964) as Gen. Bogan
- The Fugitive (1963) as Sheriff Al Springer
- Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (1963) as Gene Farrell
- Kraft Suspense Theatre (1963) as Bruce Reynolds
- The Alfred Hitchcock Hour (1962) as George Felse
- The Virginian (1962) as Sam Cafferty
- The Virginian (1962) as Mr. Umber
- The Virginian (1962) as Sam Atkins
- Stoney Burke (1962) as Chief Ramsey
- Sam Benedict (1962)
- The Eleventh Hour (1962) as Pete Harvey
- To Kill a Mockingbird (1962) as Sheriff Heck Tate
- Dr. Kildare (1961) as John Oliver
- The Defenders (1961) as D.A. Bill Bryan
- The Defenders (1961) as William Bryan
- The Defenders (1961) as District Attorney
- The Defenders (1961) as Malcolm Page
- The Defenders (1961) as Richard Holmes
- Bus Stop (1961)
- The Asphalt Jungle (1961)
- Posse from Hell (1961) as Burt Hogan
- Claudelle Inglish (1961) as Harley Peasley
- Thriller (1960) as Bart Hattering
- Route 66 (1960) as Andy Ferguson
- Route 66 (1960) as Peter Graham
- Route 66 (1960) as Cord Webster
- Route 66 (1960) as Hanson
- Checkmate (1960) as Martin Brack
- The Barbara Stanwyck Show (1960) as Roy
- Tate (1960)
- Wild River (1960) as Walter Clark
- The Dark at the Top of the Stairs (1960) as Morris Lacey
- Bonanza (1959) as Amos Crenshaw
- Bonanza (1959) as Capt. Matthew White
- The Twilight Zone (1959) as Robert Sloan
- The Twilight Zone (1959) as Harry Wheeler
- The Deputy (1959) as Bill Corman
- Adventures in Paradise (1959) as Max Brodie
- One Step Beyond (1959) as Calvin Gannis
- The Rebel (1959) as John Galt
- Riverboat (1959) as Nick Logan
- Black Saddle (1959) as Pete Hooker
- Lonelyhearts (1959) as Mr. Sargeant
- The Last Mile (1959) as Father O'Connors
- Peter Gunn (1958)
- Lawman (1958) as Brad Turner
- Naked City (1958) as Andrew Bates
- Desire Under the Elms (1958) as Simeon Cabot
- An American Girl (1958) as Mr. Davis
- Perry Mason (1957) as Father Paul
- Perry Mason (1957) as Deputy D.A. Nelson Taylor
- Wagon Train (1957) as Martin Jennings
- Wagon Train (1957) as The Doctor
- Decoy (1957) as Bergen
- The True Story of Jesse James (1957) as Maj. Rufus Cobb
- Bloomer Girl (1956) as Hamilton Calhoun
- Playwrights '56 (1955)
- The Trip to Bountiful (1953) as Sheriff
- A Bolt of Lightning (1951) as John Emroy
- Robert Montgomery Presents (1950) as Lester
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Prefect
- Mystery Street (1950) as Guard (uncredited)
- No Way Out (1950) as Intern (uncredited)
- The Philco Television Playhouse (1948) as Sheriff
- The Philco Television Playhouse (1948) as Mr. Davis
- The Philco Television Playhouse (1948) as Pat Garrett
- Studio One (1948) as Alan Wall
- Studio One (1948) as Dr. Manning
- Kraft Television Theatre (1947)
- Boomerang! (1947) as Man in Mob Behind Courthouse (uncredited)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Frank Overton best known for?
Frank Overton is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Invaders (1967), Live and Let Die (1973), 12 O'Clock High (1964), Fail Safe (1964).
When and where was Frank Overton born?
Frank Overton was born on March 12, 1918 in Babylon, New York, U.S.. They passed away on April 24, 1967.
How many credits does Frank Overton have?
Frank Overton has accumulated over 75 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1947 to 2020.
What is Frank Overton's background in cinema and television?
Frank Overton was an actor born in Babylon, New York, United States, on March 12, 1918. He was male and had a known credit total of 59. Throughout his career, he became known for his work in television and film, including appearances in The Twilight Zone, The Alfred Hitchcock Hour, and Thriller. His career spanned mult...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Twilight Zone (1959) as Robert Sloan — aged about 41
- The Twilight Zone (1959) as Harry Wheeler — aged about 41
- Star Trek (1966) as Elias Sandoval — aged about 48
- To Kill a Mockingbird (1962) as Sheriff Heck Tate — aged about 44
- Fail Safe (1964) as Gen. Bogan — aged about 46
- The Alfred Hitchcock Hour (1962) as George Felse — aged about 44
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