Frank Shannon

Born: 1874-07-27

Birthplace: Ireland

Biography

Frank Shannon was an Irish-born stage and screen performer. He had his film debut in The Prisoner of Zenda (1913). He is most fondly remembered as the brilliant Dr. Zarkov in the three Flash Gordon serials.

Known For

'G' Men

Batman

Emergency Squad

You Can't Take It with You

Wildcat Bus

Flash Gordon

Union Pacific

Torchy Runs for Mayor

Mannequin

The Return of Frank James

Top Movie Credits

'G' Men Police Chief at Lodge (uncredited)

Batman Dr. Hayden

Emergency Squad Construction Supervisor at Elevator

You Can't Take It with You Mac (uncredited)

Wildcat Bus Sweeney

Flash Gordon Dr. Hans Zarkov

Union Pacific Old Man (uncredited)

Torchy Runs for Mayor Captain McTavish

Mannequin Police Sergeant at Jail (Uncredited)

The Return of Frank James Sheriff