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. Oliver Smith(1952년생) 는 배우로, 대표작으로 헬레이저, Leviathan: The Story of Hellraiser and Hellbound: Hellraiser II, Tale of a Vampire가 있으며, 그 외에도 닥터 후, Peak Practice, The Professionals, The Bill, Churchill's People, 나자렛 예수, 헬레이저 2, Chandler & Co, Strangers, Shoestring, The Paradise Club, 숀 코너리의 대열차 강도 등 다양한 작품에 출연했다. (오뜨랑에서 실시간으로 번역된 한글 프로필도 확인할 수 있어요) 2023년 전설의 커스터 늑대에 출연했다. 2015년 Leviathan: The Story of Hellraiser and Hellbound: Hellraiser II에 출연했다. 1994년 Chandler & Co에서 Mr Clucus 역을 맡았다.