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

Gosford Park
The Three Musketeers
Victim
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes
No Sex Please - We're British
The Assassination Bureau
The Funny Blokes of British Comedy
The Making of Gosford Park
The Magic Christian

Top Movie Credits

Gosford Park Mr. Burkett
The Three Musketeers Man in Small Carriage (uncredited)
Victim George - Henry's Assistant (uncredited)
The Assassination Bureau Elevator victim (uncredited)
The Magic Christian Police Inspector