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2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)

Dr. Frank Poole

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Dr. Frank Poole in 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968), played by Gary Lockwood.

Film guide · 1 film · 1968 · 1 performer

THE MOVIE

Dr. Frank Poole on screen

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Film guide · 1 film · 1968Main sequence runtime: 2h 29m
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  1. 012001: A Space Odyssey poster
    Start here2001: A Space Odyssey

    1968 · 2h 29m

    Portrayed by Gary Lockwood · screen performanceMovie guide
    MoviHero score91/100MUST WATCH

THE PERFORMANCE

Who plays Dr. Frank Poole?

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Gary Lockwood portraitGary Lockwoodscreen performance

Gary Lockwood plays Dr. Frank Poole in 2001: A Space Odyssey.

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FILM AND PERFORMER CREDITS

Dr. Frank Poole screen credits

Screen credits: 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) — Gary Lockwood as Dr. Frank Poole.

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