
Actor
Johnny Shannon
Born 1932 · Lambeth, South London, England, UK
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.
Acting

Fawlty Towers
Mr. Firkin · 1975

Performance
Harry Flowers · 1970

The Professionals
Harris · 1977

The Sweeney
Mason · 1975

Scandal
Peter Rachman · 1989

The Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle
Nazi · 1980

Minder
George · 1979

Villain
Heavy (uncredited) · 1971

Secret Army
Dutch Policeman · 1977

Sweeney!
Scotland Yard Duty Sergeant · 1977

Absolute Beginners
Saltzman · 1986

Flame
Ron Harding · 1975

Stoned
Landlord · 2005

That'll Be The Day
Jack · 1973

Super Gran
Derek Morbid · 1985

The Donati Conspiracy
Father Easton · 1973

Budgie
Leopold King · 1971

Villains
Tom Davies · 1972

Sweeney 2
Harry · 1978

A Hole in Babylon
Gambler · 1979

The XYY Man
Warren · 1976

Coast to Coast
Cockney Gangster · 1987

Armchair Cinema
Desk Sergeant · 1974

Dreams of Leaving
Stievel · 1980