Frankie Thomas

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Characters played by Frankie Thomas

Cadet Osborne — The Major and the Minor (1942)

A student at the military academy who introduces Susan to his father at the school dance. His father's recognition of Susan triggers the revelation of her true identity.

Freddie Fuller — Boys Town (1938)

Outgoing Boys Town mayor, loses boxing match to Whitey Marsh in a rivalry settlement.

Ted Nickerson — Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase (1939)

Nancy's loyal boyfriend and frequent accomplice who assists in investigations and provides mechanical skills.

Bob Lewis — Code of the Streets (1939)

Son of Lieutenant Lewis. A radio enthusiast who wants to be a detective. Teams up with Danny Shay to investigate the murder, uses radio equipment to broadcast a fake confession, and helps force a confession from the killer.

Ted Nickerson — Nancy Drew... Trouble Shooter (1939)

Nancy's loyal boyfriend and frequent sidekick, often dragged into her investigations.

Newton R. Adams / Ames — Flying Cadets (1941)

Newton is the flight school's top student and Rocky's long-lost son, though he is known as Newton Adams until Trip reveals the truth to Rocky. He struggles to learn to fly from his father, then takes Bob's experimental aircraft up to prove himself, prompting Rocky to guide him through a dangerous spin by radio.

Career Overview

Frankie Thomas has 17 screen credits in a career dating back to 1934. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Nancy Drew Collection with 4 titles. Signature works include Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase, Nancy Drew... Trouble Shooter, Code of the Streets. 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
17
Birth Date
1921-04-09
Birth Place
New York, New York, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

Frequent Collaborators

Credits

Content sources

Related entry on Wikidata (Q5491081), public domain (CC0).