Frank Thornton
Actor
Born Jan 15, 1921 · Dulwich, London, England, UK
Active 1931–2013
Frank Thornton Ball (15 January 1921 - 16 March 2013), professionally known as Frank Thornton, was an English actor. He was known for playing Captain Peacock in Are You Being Served?
Filmography
Gosford Park (2001) — Mr. BurkettThe Three Musketeers (1973) — Man in Small Carriage (uncredited)The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes (1970) — PorterThe Avengers (1961)Victim (1961) — George - Henry's Assistant (uncredited)Are You Being Served? (1972) — Captain PeacockThe Tomb of Ligeia (1964) — PeperelThe BFG (1990) — Mr. Tibbs (voice)Carry On Screaming! (1966) — Mr. JonesThe Assassination Bureau (1969) — Elevator victim (uncredited)Steptoe and Son (1962) — The Frenchman · Butler · Barman · SellerA Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1966) — Slave DriverThe Early Bird (1965) — Drunken DoctorThe New Avengers (1976) — RolandCasualty (1986) — Edward GutheridgeLast of the Summer Wine (1973) — TrulyThe Goodies (1970) — Master of Ceremonies · WaiterGrace & Favour (1992) — Capt Stephen Peacock RASC (Ex)Danger Man (1960) — Pepe · Police CaptainCoronation Street (1960) — Danny RoachSteptoe & Son Ride Again (1973) — Mr. RussellThe Bed Sitting Room (1969) — The BBCTill Death Us Do Part (1969) — Valuation OfficerThe Big Job (1965) — Bank Official