Frank Thornton
Born: 1921-01-15
Birthplace: Dulwich, London, England, UK
Biography
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? (1972-1985) and its sequel Grace & Favour and as Herbert "Truly" Truelove in Last of the Summer Wine.
Known For
The Three Musketeers
Gosford Park
The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes
The Tomb of Ligeia
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Digby, the Biggest Dog in the World
The Magic Christian
Carry On Screaming!
The BFG
The Bed Sitting Room
Top Movie Credits
The Three Musketeers
Man in Small Carriage (uncredited)
Gosford Park
Mr. Burkett
The Tomb of Ligeia
Peperel
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Slave Driver
Digby, the Biggest Dog in the World
Estate Agent
The Magic Christian
Police Inspector
Carry On Screaming!
Mr. Jones
The BFG
Mr. Tibbs (voice)
The Bed Sitting Room
The BBC