John Cannon

Biography

A British actor who worked predominantly in television, Cannon appeared in several Doctor Who (1974-1983) stories during the Jon Pertwee and Patrick Troughton eras, as well as numerous episodes of classic television shows such as Steptoe & Son, The Sweeney, Porridge and The Professionals. His other credits included Beau Geste (1982), The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (1984) and as a Stormtrooper in Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope, Star Wars VI - Return of the Jedi and as a Holographic Imperial Officer in Star Wars Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back.

Filmography

Release date: 12/22/1952

The Play of the Nativity of the Child Jesus

Role(s): Self - Announcer (voice)

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Release date: 1/1/1988

Out of Town

Role(s): Lorry Driver

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Release date: 5/25/1983

Return of the Jedi

Role(s): Stormtrooper (uncredited)

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Release date: 5/9/1986

Defence of the Realm

Role(s): Greenmont Detention Centre Officer

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Release date: 12/12/1980

Superman II

Role(s): Prison Inmate (uncredited)

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