Acting
Ben Alexander
Born May 27, 1911 · Goldfield, Nevada, USA
Died July 5, 1969 · aged 58
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 · 1930All Quiet on the Western Front
★ 7.81930
MovieDramaWar
When a group of idealistic young men join the German Army during the Great War, they are assigned to the Western Front, where their patriotism is destroyed by the harsh realities of combat.
Man in the Shadow · 1957Man in the Shadow
★ 6.71957
MovieThrillerDrama
In a modern cow town, the powerful ranch owner’s henchmen kill a ranch hand, prompting the sheriff to investigate despite facing strong opposition. He finds an unlikely ally in the rancher's overprotected daughter, but their quest for justice puts them both in danger.
Shall We Dance · 1937Shall We Dance
★ 7.31937
MovieComedyRomance
Ballet star Petrov arranges to cross the Atlantic aboard the same ship as the dancer and musical star he's fallen for but barely knows. By the time the ocean liner reaches New York, a little white lie has churned through the rumour mill and turned into a hot gossip item—that the two celebrities are secretly married.
Hearts of the World · 1918Hearts of the World
★ 6.11918
MovieDramaWar
A group of youth come of age in a peaceful French village. But war intrudes and peace is shattered. The German army invades and occupies, bringing both destruction and torture. The youngsters resist, some successfully, others tragically, until French troops retake the town.
The Wet Parade · 1932The Wet Parade
★ 6.21932
MovieDramaHistory
The evils of alcohol before and during prohibition become evident as we see its effects on the rich Chilcote family and the hard working Tarleton family.
The Life of Vergie Winters · 1934The Life of Vergie Winters
★ 5.71934
MovieDrama
A small town politician, kept from marrying the love of his life, eventually marries another woman and his career ascends, but he secretly continues the relationship with his true love.
It's a Wise Child · 1931It's a Wise Child
★ 6.21931
MovieComedy
In this comedy, a conservative family becomes alarmed when they begin believing their daughter is pregnant.
Mr. Doodle Kicks Off · 1938Mr. Doodle Kicks Off
★ 8.01938
MovieComedy
A wealthy businessman promises to donate a huge endowment to his college alma mater, but there's one condition -- his loser of a son, a student at the school, must become a football hero. Comedy.
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The Wet Parade · 1932The Wet Parade
★ 6.21932
MovieDramaHistory
The evils of alcohol before and during prohibition become evident as we see its effects on the rich Chilcote family and the hard working Tarleton family.
Evelyn's Friend (uncredited)
Tom Brown of Culver · 1932Tom Brown of Culver
★ 6.81932
MovieDrama
Boy who thought his father a war hero finds he was really a deserter.
Cpl. John Clarke
Dragnet · 1954Dragnet
★ 6.11954
MovieCrimeDrama
Two homicide detectives try to find just the facts behind a mobster's brutal murder.
Officer Frank Smith

















