Frank Sully

Frank Sully, born Francis Thomas Sullivan on June 17, 1908, was an American film actor known for his appearances in over 240 films between 1934 and 1968. He gained recognition for his roles as the dumb detective in the Boston Blackie features and as a foil in many Three Stooges comedies. Before entering the film industry, Sully worked on the vaudeville stage. He started with small parts and gradually landed higher-budgeted features, including Another Thin Man (1939) and John Ford's The Grapes of Wrath (1940). Sully's first major role came in 1941 for Monogram Pictures in Let's Go Collegiate. Throughout his career, he showcased his talent and versatility in various genres.More