Ben Alexander

Born: 1911-05-27

Birthplace: Goldfield, Nevada, USA

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
Reckless Roads
The Turn in the Road
It's a Wise Child
Big Tremaine
The Wet Parade
Shall We Dance
The Lady of the Dugout
Jealous Husbands
Man in the Shadow

Top Movie Credits

All Quiet on the Western Front Franz Kemmerich
Reckless Roads Wade Adams
The Turn in the Road Bob
It's a Wise Child Bill Stanton
Big Tremaine Child
The Wet Parade Evelyn's Friend (uncredited)
Shall We Dance Evans (uncredited)
The Lady of the Dugout The Lady's son
Jealous Husbands Bobbie / Spud
Man in the Shadow Ab Begley