Oliver Smith
Known For
Acting
Born
1952-05-29
Biography
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.
Most Known For
Doctor Who
as Drak
Peak Practice
as Swan
The Bill
The Professionals
as Killer
Jesus of Nazareth
as Saul
Hellraiser
as Frank the Monster
Shoestring
as Wiseman
The Paradise Club
as DS Dennis Last
Churchill's People
as Trooper John Cantloe
(All Quiet on the) Preston Front
as Ironfoot
Hellbound: Hellraiser II
as Frank the Monster
Chandler & Co
as Mr Clucus
The Professional
as Smith
The First Great Train Robbery
as Ratting Assistant
Three Up, Two Down
as Taxi Driver
Anna Lee
as Len Margolin
Porridge
as McMillan
Tale of a Vampire
as Bum
Leviathan: The Story of Hellraiser and Hellbound: Hellraiser II
as Self - Host
Riding High
as Burt Ganja