Frank Shannon

Frank Shannon

Deceased · Born: Jul 27, 1874 · Died: Feb 1, 1959

Personal Details

BornJul 27, 1874 Ireland

Biography

Frank Shannon, a talented individual, entered this world on July 27, 1874, in the lush green landscapes of Ireland. As an accomplished actor and writer, he left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, with his notable roles in films such as Flash Gordon (1936),Blondes at Work (1938),and Torchy Runs for Mayor (1939).

Shannon's personal life was filled with joy and love, as he shared his life with his beloved wife, Molly Nicholson. The couple's bond was strong, and they were inseparable until the end.

Frank Shannon's remarkable journey came to an end on February 1, 1959, in the vibrant city of Hollywood, California, USA. His passing left a void in the hearts of his loved ones and fans, but his legacy continued to inspire and entertain generations to come.

Career

1966
Spaceship to the Unknown
Spaceship to the Unknown as Dr. Hans Zarkov (archive footage)
1946
Crack-Up
Crack-Up as Train Station Gateman (Uncredited)
1943
The Phantom
The Phantom as Professor Davidson
Batman
Batman as Dr. Hayden
1942
The Secret Code
The Secret Code as Police Commissioner
Ten Gentlemen from West Point
Ten Gentlemen from West Point as Senator (uncredited)
1941
1940
Wildcat Bus
Wildcat Bus as Sweeney
Emergency Squad
Emergency Squad as Construction Supervisor at Elevator
A Dispatch from Reuters
A Dispatch from Reuters as Mr. O'Malley - Captain of the Nova Scotian (uncredited)
Brigham Young
Brigham Young as Second Man with California Gold News
1939
Torchy Runs for Mayor
Torchy Runs for Mayor as Captain McTavish
Torchy Blane in Chinatown
Torchy Blane in Chinatown as Police Capt. McTavish
Rulers of the Sea
Rulers of the Sea as Kelsey (Uncredited)
Union Pacific
Union Pacific as Old Man (uncredited)
Blondes at Work
Blondes at Work as Capt. McTavish
Torchy Blane in Panama
Torchy Blane in Panama as Captain McTavish
Rocket Ship
Rocket Ship as Dr. Hans Zarkov
Torchy Gets Her Man
Torchy Gets Her Man as Police Captain McTavish (uncredited)
Over the Wall
Over the Wall as Duke Slattery - Policeman with Warrant
Mannequin
Mannequin as Police Sergeant at Jail (Uncredited)
Next Time I Marry
Next Time I Marry as Police Lieutenant (uncredited)
You Can't Take It with You
You Can't Take It with You as Mac (uncredited)
1937
The Adventurous Blonde
The Adventurous Blonde as Captain McTavish
Ever Since Eve
Ever Since Eve as Desk Sergeant (uncredited)
Affairs of Cappy Ricks
Affairs of Cappy Ricks as Captain Braddock
1936
Flash Gordon
Flash Gordon as Dr. Hans Zarkov
Black Gold
Black Gold as Dan O'Reilly
The Texas Rangers
The Texas Rangers as Captain Stafford
1935
'G' Men
'G' Men as Police Chief at Lodge (uncredited)
1934
Woman in the Dark
Woman in the Dark as Prison Warden
1922
The Bride's Play
The Bride's Play as Sir John Mansfield