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

You Can't Take It with You

Mac (uncredited)

Batman

Dr. Hayden

The Prisoner of Shark Island

Mr. Holt

Ten Gentlemen from West Point

Senator (uncredited)

Union Pacific

Old Man (uncredited)

The Return of Frank James

Sheriff

'G' Men

Police Chief at Lodge (uncredited)

Brigham Young

Second Man with California Gold News