Frank Atkinson
Known For
Acting
Born
March 19, 1893
Birth Place
Oldham, Lancashire, England, UK
Died
February 23, 1963
Biography
Born on March 19, 1893, in Oldham, Lancashire, England, this performer built a life centered on the stage and screen. Growing up in a period of rapid cultural change, he pursued acting with steady discipline, honing craft through early stage roles and gradually expanding to screen work. Across decades of public activity, he portrayed a broad range of characters, bringing a quiet reliability and thoughtful presence to each part. He remained committed to professional development, collaborating with fellow artists and mentors to refine techniques and broaden his repertoire. Outside the spotlight, he valued community, experiential learning, and enduring friendships that grounded his creative choices. He passed away after a long, sustained involvement in the performing arts.
Filmography
Murder at the Gallop
1963 — Hotel Night Porter (uncredited)
The Kitchen
1961 — Alfred
The Night We Got the Bird
1960 — Bald-Headed Man
Left Right and Centre
1959 — a railway porter.
Web of Evidence
1959 — Night Doorman
Stormy Crossing
1958 — Night Porter
Rx Murder
1958 — Ticket Inspector (uncredited)
Just My Luck
1957 — Green (uncredited)
Cat Girl
1957 — Guard (uncredited)
At the Stroke of Nine
1957 — Festival Hall Porter
Circus Friends
1956 — Horace
Wicked as They Come
1956 — Hotel Porter