Oliver Smith
Known for Acting · 27 credits
- Born
- 1952-05-29 (age 74)
Biography
Oliver Smith (born 29 May 1952) is an English actor known for his work in the horror genre, particularly for his role as Frank the Monster in Hellraiser, directed by Clive Barker. In this film, Smith portrayed the skinless, reanimated form of Frank Cotton, the main antagonist. The role of Frank in his living form was portrayed by Sean Chapman, while Andrew Robinson played Frank disguised in Larry Cotton’s skin. Smith’s performance, enhanced by extensive makeup and effects by artist Bob Keen, became a significant aspect of the film.
Smith reprised his role as Skinless Frank in the sequel, Hellbound: Hellraiser II, and also portrayed Mr. Browning, a mentally ill patient. He has participated in several documentaries and interviews discussing the films’ production and impact on horror cinema.
In addition to his horror roles, Smith appeared in notable projects such as Saul in the TV miniseries Jesus of Nazareth and Drak in the series Doctor Who. He voiced Ronan the Accuser in the video game Lego Marvel Super Heroes 2 and appeared in the short films Dark Ditties Presents The Offer and Dark Ditties Presents Finders Keepers.
Smith also narrated a commercial for the DVD and Blu-ray releases of Life in 2010.
Known For
TV Shows (14)
Doctor Who
1963
as Drak
Peak Practice
1993
as Swan
The Bill
1984
The Professionals
1977
as Killer
Churchill's People
1974
as Trooper John Cantloe
Jesus of Nazareth
1977
as Saul
Shoestring
1979
as Wiseman
The Paradise Club
1989
as DS Dennis Last
Strangers
1978
as Mechanic
(All Quiet on the) Preston Front
1994
as Ironfoot
Three Up, Two Down
1985
as Taxi Driver
Anna Lee
1994
as Len Margolin
Chandler & Co
1994
as Mr Clucus
Resort to Murder
1995
as Arsenal Boy
Movies (13)
Hellraiser
1987
as Frank the Monster
The First Great Train Robbery
1978
as Ratting Assistant
Hellbound: Hellraiser II
1988
as Frank the Monster
Porridge
1979
as McMillan
Leviathan: The Story of Hellraiser and Hellbound: Hellraiser II
2015
as Self - Host
Doctor Who: The Twin Dilemma
1984
as Drak
Tale of a Vampire
1993
as Bum
K Is for Killing
1974
as Marcus
Riding High
1981
as Burt Ganja
The Professional
1973
as Smith
The Girl Who Walked Quickly
1978
as First Helper
The Wolf of Custer
2023
The Dig
1980
as Squirrel
About Oliver Smith
Oliver Smith (born 29 May 1952) is an English actor known for his work in the horror genre, particularly for his role as Frank the Monster in Hellraiser, directed by Clive Barker. In this film, Smith portrayed the skinless, reanimated form of Frank Cotton, the main antagonist. The role of Frank in his living form was portrayed by Sean Chapman, while Andrew Robinson played Frank disguised in Larry Cotton’s skin. Smith’s performance, enhanced by extensive makeup and effects by artist Bob Keen, became a significant aspect of the film. Smith repri… With 27 credits spanning from 1963 to 2023, Oliver Smith has appeared in 13 films and 14 TV shows.
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Most Popular Oliver Smith Movies
- Hellraiser (1987) — as Frank the Monster
- The First Great Train Robbery (1978) — as Ratting Assistant
- Hellbound: Hellraiser II (1988) — as Frank the Monster
- Porridge (1979) — as McMillan
- Leviathan: The Story of Hellraiser and Hellbound: Hellraiser II (2015) — as Self - Host
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