Fran Kranz

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Characters played by Fran Kranz

Topher Brink — Dollhouse (2009)

Topher Brink is the Dollhouse programmer responsible for designing and applying the memories and personalities used in engagements. Initially scientific and largely amoral, he gradually confronts the ethical consequences of the technology. His work becomes crucial to both the Dollhouse's operations and the later attempt to restore humanity's original personalities.

Passenger — Donnie Darko (2001)

Unnamed traveler on the flight affected by the engine crash incident.

Marty Mikalski — The Cabin in the Woods (2012)

A college student and the fool archetype. He discovers surveillance equipment, survives an ambush, rescues Dana, takes her to the underground lab, and joins her in triggering the apocalypse.

Bill — Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (2011)

Family friend or relative who appears in social gatherings.

Slacker Boyfriend — Matchstick Men (2003)

The Slacker Boyfriend is Angela's boyfriend, seen with her when they visit Roy at the carpet store one year after the con. His presence accompanies Angela's final encounter with Roy, when she says goodbye to him as her father before leaving.

Clinton Moisey — Murder of a Cat (2014)

A struggling comic and novelty designer who becomes convinced that his cat was murdered with a crossbow. He investigates the killing, connects it to a business theft scheme, and accuses an employee of responsibility despite warnings to stop playing detective.

Astor — Lust for Love (2014)

A zoology major and incurable romantic who has idolized Mila since childhood. After a drunken birthday celebration, he brings her home and attempts a brief, awkward courtship. When it ends abruptly, he seeks romantic advice and direction from Mila's friend Cali, setting off an unexpected journey.

Sam — You Might Be the Killer (2019)

Lead counselor at Camp Clear Vista who becomes the primary suspect after blackouts and finding bodies. Possessed by a cursed wooden mask, he commits murders including killing Drew and Brad. He attempts to stop the curse and convinces Jamie to help bury the mask, but is fatally stabbed by her when she is compelled to wear it. He reappears as an undead entity two years later.

Joel — Wieners (2008)

Joel is the emotional center of the story, whose girlfriend leaves him after following Dr. Dwayne’s advice. Wyatt and Ben take him on a road trip to restore his spirits, but Joel later confronts childhood trauma involving Drake, finds the courage to stand up for himself, and returns to help his friends.

Freddie — Whirlygirl (2006)

A student who agrees to help with the plan to bring Whirlygirl onto campus. He later accompanies the others when they meet her.

Zach Harper — The TV Set (2007)

An actor auditioning for the pilot's lead role. Network executives privately consider him more commercially acceptable, but he struggles in some early takes, increasing uncertainty about the casting decision.

Evan — Bloodsucking Bastards (2015)

Acting sales manager passed over for promotion who uncovers a vampire outbreak orchestrated by his rival Max. He investigates the crisis, warns colleagues, and ultimately kills Max alongside Amanda to survive the massacre.

Career Overview

Fran Kranz has 62 screen credits in a career dating back to 1993. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently Diary of a Wimpy Kid with 1 titles. Signature works include The Dark Tower, Dollhouse, The Cabin in the Woods. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
62
Birth Date
1981-07-13
Birth Place
Los Angeles, California, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 4 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q2240987), public domain (CC0).