Frank Burgess[1] McDonald (November 9, 1899 – March 8, 1980)[2] was an American film and television director, active from 1935 to 1966.
He directed more than 100 films, including many Westerns starring Gene Autry and Roy Rogers, and numerous TV show episodes.
Participation in amateur theatrical productions sparked an interest in performing, causing him to leave Baltimore City College to pursue a career in entertainment.
[1] McDonald's professional performing debut came in a vaudeville act in which he played a burglar.
He also acted on Broadway,[1] in Puppets (1925), The K Guy (1928), Just to Remind You (1931), and Bulls, Bears and Asses (1932).