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