Richard Shannon

Richard Shannon

Deceased · Born: Jul 25, 1920 · Died: Dec 2, 1989

Personal Details

BornJul 25, 1920 San Francisco, California, USA
Spouse
  • Ellen Carmichael

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 2, 1989 )
  • Marla English

    ( Aug 20, 1953 to Jul 7, 2025 )

Biography

Richard Shannon, a renowned actor, entered this world on July 25, 1920, in the vibrant city of San Francisco, California, USA. With a career spanning numerous iconic films, he left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. His impressive repertoire includes notable roles in Artists and Models (1955),The Leather Saint (1956),and The Trap (1959),cementing his status as a talented thespian.

Throughout his life, Shannon was blessed with the love and companionship of two remarkable women: Ellen Carmichael and Marla English. His personal life was a testament to his ability to form lasting connections with those around him.

Tragically, Richard Shannon's life came to a close on December 2, 1989, in Astoria, Oregon, USA. Despite his passing, his legacy lives on through his remarkable body of work and the countless memories he created for those who knew him.

Career

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1960
The Proper Time
The Proper Time as Dr. Polery
{"id":30583,"title":"The Trap","year":"1959","character":"Len Karger","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-trap","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_30583.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_30583.jpg"},"released":1}
1959
The Trap
The Trap as Len Karger
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{"id":96330,"title":"The Jayhawkers!","year":"1959","character":"Townsman Looking for a Match","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-jayhawkers","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_96330.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_96330.jpg"},"released":1}
The Jayhawkers!
The Jayhawkers! as Townsman Looking for a Match
{"id":103831358,"title":"Death Valley Days","year":1959,"character":"Dave Madden","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/death-valley-days","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103831358.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103831358.jpg"},"released":1}
Death Valley Days
Death Valley Days as Dave Madden
{"id":82367,"title":"Cattle Empire","year":"1958","character":"Garth","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/cattle-empire","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_82367.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_82367.jpg"},"released":1}
1958
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Desert Hell
Desert Hell as Pvt. Hoffstetter
{"id":66515,"title":"The Space Children","year":"1958","character":"Col. Manley","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-space-children","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66515.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66515.jpg"},"released":1}
The Space Children
The Space Children as Col. Manley
{"id":94771,"title":"Ride Out for Revenge","year":"1957","character":"Garvin","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/ride-out-for-revenge","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_94771.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_94771.jpg"},"released":1}
1957
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The Tin Star
The Tin Star as Buck Henderson
{"id":66778,"title":"Beau James","year":"1957","character":"Dick Jackson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/beau-james","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66778.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66778.jpg"},"released":1}
Beau James
Beau James as Dick Jackson
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{"id":96446,"title":"Spring Reunion","year":"1957","character":"Nick","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/spring-reunion","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_96446.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_96446.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":173834,"title":"Trooper Hook","year":"1957","character":"Trooper Ryan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/trooper-hook","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_173834.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_173834.jpg"},"released":1}
Trooper Hook
Trooper Hook as Trooper Ryan
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Code 3
Code 3 as Deputy Randolph
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Zane Grey Theatre
Zane Grey Theatre as Mark Wilkins
{"id":66922,"title":"The Proud and Profane","year":"1956","character":"Major","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-proud-and-profane","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66922.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66922.jpg"},"released":1}
1956
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{"id":66877,"title":"Strategic Air Command","year":"1955","character":"Flight Instructor Pilot","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/strategic-air-command","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66877.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66877.jpg"},"released":1}
1955
Strategic Air Command
Strategic Air Command as Flight Instructor Pilot
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The Seven Little Foys
The Seven Little Foys as Stage Manager
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Artists and Models
Artists and Models as Secret Service Chief Rogers
{"id":67328,"title":"The Bridges at Toko-Ri","year":"1954","character":"Lt. (j.g.) Olds","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-bridges-at-toko-ri","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_67328.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_67328.jpg"},"released":1}
1954
The Bridges at Toko-Ri
The Bridges at Toko-Ri as Lt. (j.g.) Olds
{"id":67687,"title":"Pony Express","year":"1953","character":"Red Barrett","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/pony-express","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3n8223uei7s0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3n8223uei7s0.jpg"},"released":1}
1953
Pony Express
Pony Express as Red Barrett
{"id":14908,"title":"Arrowhead","year":"1953","character":"Lt. Kirk","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/arrowhead","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_14908.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_14908.jpg"},"released":1}
Arrowhead
Arrowhead as Lt. Kirk
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Flight to Tangier
Flight to Tangier as Lt. Bill Luzon, International Police
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Forever Female
Forever Female as Dick (uncredited)