Quick Facts
Born:
1911-05-27
Birthplace:
Goldfield, Nevada, USA
Credits:
74 Total Roles
Ben Alexander
Acting
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Biography
Nicholas Benton "Ben" Alexander III (June 27, 1911 – July 5, 1969) was an American motion picture actor, who started out as a child actor in 1916. He is best remembered for his role as Officer Frank Smith in the Dragnet franchise.
Known For
All Quiet on the Western Front
Franz Kemmerich
Batman
Self
Shall We Dance
Evans (uncredited)
Los Angeles Plays Itself
Officer Frank Smith in Dragnet (archive footage)
Man in the Shadow
Ab Begley
Dragnet
Frank Smith
Dragnet
Officer Frank Smith
The Divine Lady
Young lieutenant
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Los Angeles Plays Itself MOVIE | Officer Frank Smith in Dragnet (archive footage) |
| 1967 | Judd for the Defense TV | Self |
| 1966 | Felony Squad TV | Desk Sgt. Dan Briggs |
| 1966 | Batman TV | Self |
| 1960 | About Faces TV | Self |
| 1957 | Man in the Shadow MOVIE | Ab Begley |
| 1956 | The Ford Show TV | Self |
| 1954 | Dragnet MOVIE | Officer Frank Smith |
| 1952 | This Is Your Life TV | Self |
| 1951 | Dragnet TV | Frank Smith |