Biography

Frank Monteleone is a dynamic actor, producer, and entrepreneur. Alongside his body of work in mainstream Hollywood, Frank is a distinguished producer of independent films through his production company Full Armor Films, as well as a family member and partial co-owner of the legendary luxury Hotel Monteleone in the French Quarter of New Orleans.

Frank's notable acting credits include the Warner Bros. feature film "Focus," where he shared the screen with Will Smith, the Marvel series "Cloak & Dagger," and the compelling legal drama "Bull" on CBS. His versatility is evident in a spectrum of roles, from the brooding drama of "The Secrets We Keep" to the intense "Lonewolf: Manhunt" on CBS, as well as a recurring role on OWN's highly acclaimed "Queen Sugar." In 2022, he also graced the screen alongside Terrence Howard and Malcolm McDowell in the period drama "The Walk."

Beyond his acting talent, Frank Monteleone boasts a remarkable 17-year journey as a creative producer. His production career took root in Off-Broadway theater, and in 2005, he founded Full Armor Films, a dynamic development and production company based in New Orleans. Full Armor Films has provided production services to esteemed clients like ESPN, Geffen Records, and L'Oréal, along with post-production services for industry giants like Warner Bros. and Relativity Media. Frank has elevated Full Armor Films into a burgeoning development hub dedicated to film and television. His co-creation and production of the series "Avenues," licensed by Lionsgate and available on Tubi, stands as a testament to his creative vision. Notable projects also include the award-winning documentary "Hotel Al," which aired on PBS, and the recently released feature film "American Reject," featuring talents such as Annaleigh Ashford, Billy Ray Cyrus, and his wife, Kathleen Elizabeth Monteleone. Presently, Frank is executive producing the films "Barron's Cove," starring Brittany Snow and Garrett Hedlund, "Fog of War," starring Mira Sorvino and John Cusack, and is in production for one of the only Louisiana-based independent films to obtain a SAG-AFTRA interim agreement during the strike titled, "Average Joe".

Simultaneously, he is leading the charge in establishing a multifaceted studio and production facility in the heart of New Orleans, partnering with industry stalwarts Wolper Organization and Keller Williams. Frank hopes to continue to stimulate the New Orleans economy by keeping production in New Orleans, as well as attracting other independent filmmakers to the burgeoning local creative community by lowering the barrier for entry, including campaigning for tax credits. He is at the helm of working with the city to develop a property to include a school, training facility for film, operational studio, and sound stages run by students.

Frank is a member of the largest and last of the great family-owned hotels in America, the Hotel Monteleone, which has been featured in numerous films and TV shows and has set the scene for countless literary works from authors such as Ernest Hemingway, Tennessee Williams, and William Faulkner. Combining his love for both the hotel and filmmaking, Full Armor Films is in development for a project surrounding the hotel.

Balancing his creative endeavors, Frank divides his time between New York and New Orleans, where he resides with his wife, Kathleen, an actress and writer with whom he runs their production company, and their four children. His journey continues to be a tapestry of artistic excellence and entrepreneurial zeal, leaving an enduring impact on the entertainment landscape.
- IMDb mini biography by: Conscious Hollywood