Oliver Smith

Known for ActingBorn 1952-05-29 (age 73)

Oliver Smith (born 29 May 1952) is an English actor known for his work in the horror genre, particularly for his role as Frank the Monster in Hellraiser, directed by Clive Barker. In this film, Smith portrayed the skinless, reanimated form of Frank Cotton, the main antagonist. The role of Frank in his living form was portrayed by Sean Chapman, while Andrew Robinson played Frank disguised in Larry Cotton’s skin. Smith’s performance, enhanced by extensive makeup and effects by artist Bob Keen, became a significant aspect of the film. Smith reprised his role as Skinless Frank in the sequel, Hellbound: Hellraiser II, and also portrayed Mr. Browning, a mentally ill patient. He has participated in several documentaries and interviews discussing the films’ production and impact on horror cinema. In addition to his horror roles, Smith appeared in notable projects such as Saul in the TV miniseries Jesus of Nazareth and Drak in the series Doctor Who. He voiced Ronan the Accuser in the video game Lego Marvel Super Heroes 2 and appeared in the short films Dark Ditties Presents The Offer and Dark Ditties Presents Finders Keepers. Smith also narrated a commercial for the DVD and Blu-ray releases of Life in 2010.Read more

Movies & web series

The Girl Who Walked Quickly

Chandler & Co

K Is for Killing

Jesus of Nazareth

Doctor Who

The Professionals

Shoestring

Strangers

Resort to Murder

Anna Lee

Hellraiser

The Bill

Porridge

Leviathan: The Story of Hellraiser and Hellbound: Hellraiser II

The First Great Train Robbery

Peak Practice

Hellbound: Hellraiser II

Three Up, Two Down

The Paradise Club

(All Quiet on the) Preston Front

Tale of a Vampire

Riding High

Churchill's People

Doctor Who: The Twin Dilemma

The Wolf of Custer

The Dig

The Professional