Frank Sully

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Characters played by Frank Sully

Lee Repp — Man in the Saddle (1951)

Lee is questioned by Cultus Charley and others about the Vird brothers’ deaths. He says Fay Dutcher killed Juke and George and alleges that Will ordered both killings, although he doubts Will can be tied to them. Repp also points to Will as the man who shot Hugh Clagg, making his account a disputed source of accusations in the conflict.

Actor — The Return of Frank James (1940)

Uncredited background extra playing a generic townsperson or performer.

Infant Service Diaper Man (uncredited) — Father's Little Dividend (1951)

An unnamed man associated with an infant diaper service in a brief appearance.

Sgt. Matthews — Boston Blackie and the Law (1946)

Police sergeant assisting Farraday, often bumbling but well-meaning.

Sgt. Matthews — Boston Blackie Booked on Suspicion (1945)

Police sergeant in Booked on Suspicion, assisting Inspector Farraday.

Sgt. Peters — Parachute Nurse (1942)

A sergeant who trains recruits, dates Dottie, and later informs her about the aircraft incident.

Big Mike — Fling in the Ring (1955)

A corrupt overseer tied to organized crime. Secretly bets on Chopper's rival, Gorilla Watson, and pressures the Stooges to sabotage Chopper. Sends henchmen after the Stooges when Chopper unexpectedly wins.

Hercules 'Herk' Bevans — Let's Go Collegiate (1941)

Herk is a truck driver whom Frankie and Tad find loading a safe singlehanded. He reluctantly agrees to pose as Bob Terry, then stays on campus and joins the rowing team despite disliking boats. He flirts with Bess and Midge, helps the crew win the regatta after Frankie gives him moth balls, and is arrested for bank robbery.

Looie — Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch (1949)

Boxing cornerman or training associate supporting Joe's preparation.

Looie — Joe Palooka Meets Humphrey (1950)

Loyal friend and manager figure in the series, providing comic relief and steadfast support.

Max — Jungle Moon Men (1955)

Right-hand man to Santo. He accompanies Santo into the temple, steals jewels alongside him, and is killed by lions unleashed by the Moon Men.

Burkett — It's Great to Be Young (1946)

Burkett is a detective who follows Terry to the resort. After the performers get him drunk, he reveals that Terry's father hired him to bring her back and stop her attempt to break into show business. His disclosure explains why Terry has been running away and brings her conflict into the open.

Career Overview

Frank Sully has 159 screen credits in a career dating back to 1934. Their work spans 10 cinematic universes — most prominently Boston Blackie Collection with 7 titles. Signature works include Inside the Law, Fling in the Ring, The Gentleman Misbehaves. 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
159
Birth Date
1908-06-17
Birth Place
Saint Louis, Missouri, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 10 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q5489839), public domain (CC0).