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Coleman Francis

Coleman Francis

Director & actor · born 24 January 1919 · Oklahoma, USA

In the 1940, Francis headed for Hollywood to start an acting career. His plans were initially interrupted by the Second World War, during which he served in the medical detachment of the 49th Field Artillery Battalion, 7th Infantry Division. He played minor parts in several films from the late 1940s to early 1970s.

In 1959, Francis formed a partnership with Anthony Cardoza, a welder by trade, and together they created three films: The Beast of Yucca Flats (1961), The Skydivers (1963) and Red Zone Cuba (1966). Francis wrote and directed the films, while Cardoza handled production duties.

Where to start: Beyond the Valley of the Dolls (1970).

As director 3

As actor 16

TV shows 2

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Coleman Francis movie?

By viewer score, Beyond the Valley of the Dolls (1970) at 6.1/10.

What are Coleman Francis’s most popular movies?

This Island Earth, Beyond the Valley of the Dolls, The Beast of Yucca Flats.

How many movies has Coleman Francis made?

19 films on TMDB, 3 as director, 16 as actor.

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