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Jonathan Frakes
Director 74 years old

Jonathan Frakes

Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, USA

Jonathan Scott Frakes (born August 19, 1952) is an American actor and director. He is best known for his portrayal of Commander (later Captain) William T. Riker in the television series Star Trek: The Next Generation and subsequent films and series. He has also hosted the... Read full bio →

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6 titles
The Librarian: The Curse of the Judas Chalice

The Librarian: The Curse of the Judas Chalice

Jonathan Frakes 2008 1h 35m

While on a dangerous mission to recover the historic Judas Chalice, Flynn is saved by Simone. But when double-crossed by a respected professor and ambushed by a ruthless gang, Flynn realizes Simone's secret, his true mission and a shocking discovery are all lying within a decaying New Orleans crypt.

The Librarian: Return to King Solomon's Mines

The Librarian: Return to King Solomon's Mines

Jonathan Frakes 2006 1h 32m

After retrieving the Crystal Skull in Utah, Flynn Carsen receives a map in the mail with the secret location of King Solomon's Mines. When the scroll is stolen, Judson explains the power of the Key of Solomon's book and assigns Flynn to retrieve the map.

Thunderbirds

Thunderbirds

Jonathan Frakes 2004 1h 35m 2.8

Dangerous missions are the bread and butter of the Thunderbirds, a high-tech secret force employed by the government. Led by Jeff Tracy (Bill Paxton), the Thunderbirds are at the top of their game, but their nemesis, The Hood (Ben Kingsley), has landed on their island and is attempting a coup by using the team's rescue vehicles.

Clockstoppers

Clockstoppers

Jonathan Frakes 2002 1h 34m 4.6

Until now, Zak Gibbs' greatest challenge has been finding a way to buy a car. But when he discovers an odd wristwatch amidst his father's various inventions and slips it on, something very strange happens. The world around him seemingly comes to a stop; giving the effect that everyone has come to a stop.

Star Trek: Insurrection

Star Trek: Insurrection

Jonathan Frakes 1998 1h 43m 7.2

When an alien race and factions within Starfleet attempt to take over a planet that has "regenerative" properties, it falls upon Captain Picard and the crew of the Enterprise to defend the planet's people as well as the very ideals upon which the Federation itself was founded.

Star Trek: First Contact

Star Trek: First Contact

Jonathan Frakes 1996 1h 51m 7.5

Capt. Picard and his crew pursue the Borg back in time to stop them from preventing Zefram Cochrane from initiating first contact with alien life.

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