Johnny Shannon

Who is Johnny Shannon?

Johnny Shannon is a South London born English actor who appeared in numerous television and film productions over a 40 year period, often playing policemen or crooks in crime dramas.

Shannon's most memorable roles include the gangland boss Harry Flowers in the cult film Performance, Jack in That'll Be the Day, the Agent in Slade In Flame, the caged music executive in The Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle, and Peter Rachman in Scandal. Television appearances include; EastEnders, Z-Cars, Minder, Beryl's Lot, Fawlty Towers, The Sweeney and The Bill. His other interests include watching horse racing and boxing.