Quick Facts
Born:
1932-07-29
Birthplace:
Lambeth, South London, England, UK
Credits:
39 Total Roles
Johnny Shannon
Acting
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Biography
Johnny Shannon was an English actor. Best known for his role as gangster Harry Flowers in the cult film Performance, he appeared in numerous television and film productions over a 35-year period, often playing policemen or villains in crime dramas. Shannon had been an amateur boxer in his youth and was working as a trainer when he was asked to help James Fox prepare for his role in Performance. As a result, he landed the part of Harry Flowers. On this foundation he was able to build an acting career in film and on television which lasted through the 1970s and 1980s, with occasional parts thereafter.
Known For
Fawlty Towers
Mr. Firkin
Performance.
Harry Flowers
Scandal
Peter Rachman
Absolute Beginners
Saltzman
The Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle
Nazi
Stoned
Landlord
The Professionals
Harris
The Professionals
Charley Turkel
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Stoned MOVIE | Landlord |
| 1989 | Scandal MOVIE | Peter Rachman |
| 1987 | Bust TV | Mel |
| 1987 | Running Out of Luck MOVIE | Self |
| 1987 | Coast to Coast MOVIE | Cockney Gangster |
| 1986 | Absolute Beginners MOVIE | Saltzman |
| 1985 | Super Gran TV | Derek Morbid |
| 1984 | Give Us a Break: Hustle Bustle Toil and Muscle MOVIE | Lenny Stone |
| 1983 | Runners MOVIE | Hotel Desk Porter |
| 1983 | The Fourth Arm TV | Warder |