Actor
Oliver Smith
Born May 29, 195212 films
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.
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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.
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First watchHellraiser19876.9as Frank the MonsterA hedonistic man finds a mysterious puzzle box that summons a group of gruesome beings known as the Cenobites. These otherworldly entities open the doors to a dominion where pain and…View filmEssential films
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Filmography
12 films as actor- 2023The Wolf of Custer
- 1993Tale of a VampireBum
- 1988Hellbound: Hellraiser IIFrank the Monster
- 1987HellraiserFrank the Monster
- 1984Doctor Who: The Twin DilemmaDrak
- 1981Riding HighBurt Ganja
- 1980The DigSquirrel
- 1979PorridgeMcMillan
- 1978The First Great Train RobberyRatting Assistant
- 1978The Girl Who Walked QuicklyFirst Helper
- 1974K Is for KillingMarcus
- 1973The ProfessionalSmith