Frank Gifford

Acting

Frank Gifford

Born August 16, 1930 · Santa Monica, California, USA

Died August 9, 2015 · aged 84

Frank Gifford was born on August 16, 1930 in Santa Monica, California, USA as Frank Newton Gifford. He is known for his work on Jerry Maguire (1996), Spin City (1996) and Coach (1989). He was married to Kathie Lee Gifford, Astrid Gifford and Maxine Avis Ewart. He died on August 9, 2015 in Riverside, Connecticut, USA

Known For

Jerry MaguireJerry Maguire · 1996
Jerry Maguire
7.01996
MovieComedyDrama
Jerry Maguire used to be a typical sports agent: willing to do just about anything he could to get the biggest possible contracts for his clients, plus a nice commission for himself. Then, one day, he suddenly has second thoughts about what he's really doing. When he voices these doubts, he ends up losing his job and all of his clients, save Rod Tidwell, an egomaniacal football player.
Two-Minute WarningTwo-Minute Warning · 1976
Two-Minute Warning
6.31976
MovieActionThriller
A psychotic sniper plans a massive killing spree in a Los Angeles football stadium during a major championship game. The police, led by Captain Peter Holly and the SWAT commander, learn of the plot and rush to the scene.
Walking My Baby Back HomeWalking My Baby Back Home · 1953
Walking My Baby Back Home
9.01953
MovieComedy
A young man from a wealthy New York family pursues a career as the leader of a dance band.
The All AmericanThe All American · 1953
The All American
6.01953
MovieDramaRomance
A family tragedy causes a college football quarterback to re-think his goals in life.
That's My BoyThat's My Boy · 1951
That's My Boy
5.91951
MovieComedy
Jack Jackson, the greatest football player in Ridgefield College history, is disappointed that his only son Junior is an uncoordinated, allergy-ridden bookworm. He uses his athletic reputation and standing as #1 alumni contributor to pressure the coach to take Junior onto the team. In addition, he pays the tuition of Junior's financially needy classmate Bill Baker, a potential all-American, with the understanding that he will room with Junior and mentor him athletically and socially. Junior's initial efforts as quarterback prove disastrous and further complications arise when the room mates both fall in love with the same co-ed.
Viva Knievel!Viva Knievel! · 1977
Viva Knievel!
4.01977
MovieAdventureAction
The legendary stuntman plans his most incredible stunt yet while battling the mob in this action-adventure.
Up PeriscopeUp Periscope · 1959
Up Periscope
6.31959
MovieWarAdventure
Lieutenant Braden discovers that Sally, the woman he's been falling in love with, has actually been checking out his qualifications to be a U.S. Navy frogman. He must put his personal life behind him after being assigned to be smuggled into a Japanese-held island via submarine to photograph radio codes.
The Unknown ManThe Unknown Man · 1951
The Unknown Man
5.11951
MovieCrimeDrama
A scrupulously honest lawyer discovers that the client he's gotten off was really guilty.

Movies

Jerry MaguireJerry Maguire · 1996
Jerry Maguire
7.01996
MovieComedyDrama
Jerry Maguire used to be a typical sports agent: willing to do just about anything he could to get the biggest possible contracts for his clients, plus a nice commission for himself. Then, one day, he suddenly has second thoughts about what he's really doing. When he voices these doubts, he ends up losing his job and all of his clients, save Rod Tidwell, an egomaniacal football player.
Two-Minute WarningTwo-Minute Warning · 1976
Two-Minute Warning
6.31976
MovieActionThriller
A psychotic sniper plans a massive killing spree in a Los Angeles football stadium during a major championship game. The police, led by Captain Peter Holly and the SWAT commander, learn of the plot and rush to the scene.
Walking My Baby Back HomeWalking My Baby Back Home · 1953
Walking My Baby Back Home
9.01953
MovieComedy
A young man from a wealthy New York family pursues a career as the leader of a dance band.
The All AmericanThe All American · 1953
The All American
6.01953
MovieDramaRomance
A family tragedy causes a college football quarterback to re-think his goals in life.
That's My BoyThat's My Boy · 1951
That's My Boy
5.91951
MovieComedy
Jack Jackson, the greatest football player in Ridgefield College history, is disappointed that his only son Junior is an uncoordinated, allergy-ridden bookworm. He uses his athletic reputation and standing as #1 alumni contributor to pressure the coach to take Junior onto the team. In addition, he pays the tuition of Junior's financially needy classmate Bill Baker, a potential all-American, with the understanding that he will room with Junior and mentor him athletically and socially. Junior's initial efforts as quarterback prove disastrous and further complications arise when the room mates both fall in love with the same co-ed.
Viva Knievel!Viva Knievel! · 1977
Viva Knievel!
4.01977
MovieAdventureAction
The legendary stuntman plans his most incredible stunt yet while battling the mob in this action-adventure.
Up PeriscopeUp Periscope · 1959
Up Periscope
6.31959
MovieWarAdventure
Lieutenant Braden discovers that Sally, the woman he's been falling in love with, has actually been checking out his qualifications to be a U.S. Navy frogman. He must put his personal life behind him after being assigned to be smuggled into a Japanese-held island via submarine to photograph radio codes.
The Unknown ManThe Unknown Man · 1951
The Unknown Man
5.11951
MovieCrimeDrama
A scrupulously honest lawyer discovers that the client he's gotten off was really guilty.
101 Most Shocking Moments in Entertainment101 Most Shocking Moments in Entertainment · 2003
101 Most Shocking Moments in Entertainment
5.02003
MovieTV MovieDocumentary
From Disturbing Discoveries to Astonishing Arressts, and Tragic Endings. In this tv-special, E! countdowns the greatest moments in the entertainment industry that shocked the American Public.
Sally and Saint AnneSally and Saint Anne · 1952
Sally and Saint Anne
8.71952
MovieComedy
An Irish-American girl asks the saint to guide her family and save them from an alderman.
Paper LionPaper Lion · 1968
Paper Lion
6.81968
MovieComedy
Sportswriter George Plimpton poses as a rookie quarterback for the Detroit Lions for a "Sports Illustrated" article.
Crunch CourseCrunch Course · 1986
Crunch Course
10.01986
MovieDocumentary
Forty-two, hard-hitting minutes of the NFL's outstanding defenders, past and present, who have elevated the art of punishing ball carriers into a science
The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld StoryThe Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story · 1996
The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story
7.21996
MovieDocumentary
The childhood, adolescence, and incredible adult years of Al Hirschfeld, celebrated creator of thousands of line drawings of famous people - many in the entertainment industry - over a span of more than sixty years. He is still drawing in his nineties. His interesting domestic life, political, and cultural views are highlights. In addition, he talks about himself a bit - seriously and lightly.(At one point he he claims that his only form of exercise has been to live in his Manhattan townhouse: stairs). He drives his car around Manhattan - an adventure in itself. Brief interviews with, and reminiscences of many friends and associates.
:03 from Gold:03 from Gold · 2002
:03 from Gold
9.02002
MovieDocumentary
The 1972 Olympic men's basketball final, in which Team USA suffered their first ever loss in Games competition, was one of the most controversial events in the history of both the Olympics and basketball.
Monday Night MadnessMonday Night Madness · 1989
Monday Night Madness
1989
Movie
For two decades, Monday Night Football has brought color, candor, controversy and non-stop action to 20 million homes every week. Monday Night Madness captures all of it in a thrilling 48 minutes featuring the heroes and villains that made Monday Night an American institution. They are all here: the Juice, the Fridge, Howard, Dandy Don, Joe Willie, the Boz, Bo, Sweetness, Mad Mac, the Snake and many, many more.
The World's Greatest AthleteThe World's Greatest Athlete · 1973
The World's Greatest Athlete
5.51973
MovieComedyFamily
Stuck with a feeble sports department, college coach Sam Archer (John Amos) faces the ax unless he can reverse the school's athletic fortunes. An African vacation with his assistant (Tim Conway) answers Archer's prayers when he spots the athletically gifted Nanu (Jan-Michael Vincent). Sam counts on Nanu's remarkable abilities to put the team back on the winning track. This upbeat farce boasts an impressive cast of comedians.
Bobby Riggs vs. Billie Jean King: Tennis Battle of the SexesBobby Riggs vs. Billie Jean King: Tennis Battle of the Sexes · 1973
Bobby Riggs vs. Billie Jean King: Tennis Battle of the Sexes
4.01973
MovieTV MovieDocumentary
In the national limelight Bobby Riggs taunted all female tennis players, prompting Billie Jean King to accept a lucrative financial offer to play Riggs in a nationally televised match that the promoters dubbed the "Battle of the Sexes".
Kathie Lee's Feel Fit & Fabulous WorkoutKathie Lee's Feel Fit & Fabulous Workout · 1994
Kathie Lee's Feel Fit & Fabulous Workout
1994
MovieDocumentary
"Feel Fit and Fabulous" is a unique, time-saving workout that combines special body sculpting exercises for the arms, buttocks, hips and thighs with low-impact aerobic movements. Stretching and abdominal toning round out the program, which is designed to help both beginners and intermediate exercisers burn calories, increase their energy and improve overall muscle tone. Working out with her friends, family and fitness expert C.B. Yelverton, Kathie Lee shows you how to look and feel your very best.
Monday Night Football: 25th AnniversaryMonday Night Football: 25th Anniversary · 1994
Monday Night Football: 25th Anniversary
1994
MovieDocumentary
In September 1970, ABC Sports started a revolution that became an American Institution. Now, 25 seasons later, the beginning of every autumn work week is much easier to handle. The 25th Anniversary of ABC's Monday Night Football celebrates the highlights and history made by football's greatest players and play-by-players. The hard-hitting action is all here in classic overtime victories, amazing runs, winning kicks, blitzes, bloopers and bizarre moments from the NFL's greatest night.
GlickmanGlickman · 2013
Glickman
8.72013
MovieDocumentary
Before Marv Albert and Bob Costas, there was Marty Glickman. A gifted Jewish-American athlete who was denied the chance to represent the U.S. at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, he went on to become one of the most revered and influential sportscasters in history, pioneering many of the techniques, phrases and programming innovations that are commonplace in sports reporting today.
The Complete History of the New York JetsThe Complete History of the New York Jets · 2007
The Complete History of the New York Jets
2007
MovieDocumentaryHistory
From the vast emptiness of the Polo Grounds to the thunderous roar of the Meadowlands, NFL Films documents the incredible history of the New York Jets. Born into anonymity, formed on the consistent verge of bankruptcy, to love theJets is to dream. In January of 1969, the dream became reality as the Jets overcame the greatest odds in sports history to win Super Bowl III. But the euphoria of an incredible upset came at a price - for the next thirty-eight seasons the Jets would suffer one heartbreaking post-season loss after another. And yet Jets fans remain firm in their hope and their loyalty. Each year, the Jets are in the hunt-and their fans believe that each season will be the one to reclaim the Vince Lombardi Trophy. Since 1960 some of the game's greatest heroes, and anti-heroes have performed in front of the game's most loyal football fans. This is their story.
LombardiLombardi · 2010
Lombardi
8.02010
MovieDocumentaryTV Movie
This compelling documentary explores the fascinating career and life of football's most revered coach, Vince Lombardi.

TV Shows

The Mike Douglas ShowThe Mike Douglas Show · 1961
The Mike Douglas Show
5.81961
SeriesComedy
The Mike Douglas Show is an American daytime television talk show hosted by Mike Douglas that originally aired only in the Cleveland area during much of its first two years on the air. It then went into syndication in 1963 and remained on television until 1982. It was distributed by Westinghouse Broadcasting and for much of its run, originated from studios of two of the company's TV stations in Cleveland and Philadelphia.
PsychPsych · 2006
Psych
7.92006
SeriesDramaComedy
Thanks to his police officer father's efforts, Shawn Spencer spent his childhood developing a keen eye for detail (and a lasting dislike of his dad). Years later, Shawn's frequent tips to the police lead to him being falsely accused of a crime he solved. Now, Shawn has no choice but to use his abilities to perpetuate his cover story: psychic crime-solving powers, all the while dragging his best friend, his dad, and the police along for the ride.
The Dick Cavett ShowThe Dick Cavett Show · 1968
The Dick Cavett Show
6.81968
Series
The Dick Cavett Show has been the title of several talk shows hosted by Dick Cavett on various television networks.
CoachCoach · 1989
Coach
6.61989
SeriesComedy
Hayden Fox, the curmudgeonly coach of Minnesota State University's Screaming Eagles football team, tries to navigate his way through the sports world, fatherhood and family life without dropping the ball.
Spin CitySpin City · 1996
Spin City
7.01996
SeriesComedyDrama
Workaholic Mike Flaherty is the Deputy Mayor of New York City, serving as Mayor Randall Winston's key strategist and much-needed handler. Mike runs the city with the help of his oddball staff: an anxious and insecure press secretary; a sexist, boorish chief of staff; an impeccably groomed gay activist running minority affairs; a sharp and efficient, man-crazy accountant; and an idealistic young speechwriter. Like Mike, they are all professionally capable but personally challenged.
Monday Night FootballMonday Night Football · 1970
Monday Night Football
1970
Series
Howard Cosell hosted the first instalment of Monday Night Football.
Entertainment TonightEntertainment Tonight · 1981
Entertainment Tonight
4.31981
Series
Daily tabloid television news show on entertainment and celebrity news with unprecedented access to Hollywood's biggest stars, exclusive behind-the-scenes looks at upcoming film and television projects, as well as the real story behind Hollywood's latest news.
The Adventures of Pete & PeteThe Adventures of Pete & Pete · 1993
The Adventures of Pete & Pete
7.71993
SeriesDramaComedy
Pete and Pete are two redheaded brothers living in the somewhat surreal town of Wellsville. Pete, the older of the two, narrates the stories about their adventures in everyday life.
America's Game: The Super Bowl ChampionsAmerica's Game: The Super Bowl Champions · 2006
America's Game: The Super Bowl Champions
8.02006
SeriesDocumentary
America's Game: The Super Bowl Champions is an annual documentary series created by NFL Films (broadcast on the NFL Network and CBS). Each of its 55 (and counting) installments profile the National Football League's annual Super Bowl champion through highlights, interviews with players and coaches, and a celebrity narrator. A spin-off debuted on September 18, 2008, titled America's Game: The Missing Rings which chronicled five of the best teams to never win the Super Bowl.