Frank Whaley

Frank Joseph Whaley (born July 20, 1963) is an American actor, film director, screenwriter, musician and comedian. His roles include Brett in Pulp Fiction, Robby Krieger in The Doors, Jim Dodge in Career Opportunities, young Archie "Moonlight" Graham in Field of Dreams, and Guy in Swimming with Sharks. He has also appeared in films and TV series such as Born on the Fourth of July, The Freshman, A Midnight Clear, Swing Kids, Broken Arrow, Luke Cage, Red Dragon and World Trade Center.

Whaley was born and raised in Syracuse, New York, the son of Robert W. Whaley Sr. and Josephine (née Timilione).Whaley graduated from Anthony A. Henninger High School in 1981 and left home at 18. He graduated from the University at Albany.

Frank Whaley is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 15 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes 3 Days Rising (2026), Interrogation (2020), The Shed (2019), Monster Trucks (2016), Janie Jones (2010), Vacancy (2007), When Trumpets Fade (1998), The Winner (1996). The recorded credits span 1989 to 2026, including 14 movies and 1 TV show.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.