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John Cannon
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John Cannon

1938 – 2020 · Active 1952–1988

John Cannon, a British actor known for his extensive television work, appears in the cult sci-fi film Outland (1981) as the gritty backdrop of a mining colony on Jupiter unfolds. With a career that includes memorable roles in classic series like Doctor Who, Cannon brings a distinct presence to the film's tense atmosphere. His experience in genre television adds a layer of authenticity to his portrayal, making his performance a noteworthy contribution to the film's exploration of isolation and survival in a hostile environment.

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Outland

Outland

1981 ★ 6.4
as Barman (uncredited)

An honest marshal in a corrupt mining colony on Io, Jupiter's sunless third moon, is determined to confront a violent drug ring even though it may cost him his life. After his wife angrily deserts him, he waits alone for the arrival of killers hired by the company to eliminate him.

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Filmography

23 credits
1980s 14 credits
1988
Out of Town as Lorry Driver
Movie ★ 8.0
1986
Defence of the Realm as Greenmont Detention Centre Officer
Movie ★ 6.5
1984
TV ★ 8.2
1983
Return of the Jedi as Stormtrooper (uncredited)
Movie ★ 7.9
1982
Beau Geste as Legionnaire
TV ★ 7.0
1981
Outland as Barman (uncredited)
Movie ★ 6.4
1981
An American Werewolf in London as Villager (uncredited)
Movie ★ 7.4
1981
Burning an Illusion as Prison Warder
Movie ★ 6.1
1980
Superman II as Prison Inmate (uncredited)
Movie ★ 6.8
1980
S.O.S. Titanic as Man Trying to Storm Lifeboat (uncredited)
Movie ★ 6.0
1980
The Empire Strikes Back as Holographic Imperial Officer (uncredited)
Movie ★ 8.4
1980
TV ★ 6.0
1980
Breakaway as PC Spiers
TV
1980
Cribb as Second Rough
TV ★ 8.0
1970s 6 credits
1979
Movie ★ 5.5
1979
Shoestring as Man in Betting Shop
TV ★ 7.4
1977
Star Wars as Stormtrooper (uncredited)
Movie ★ 8.2
1977
Secret Army as Belgian
TV ★ 7.7
1976
Movie ★ 7.6
1975
How Green Was My Valley as Miner (uncredited)
TV ★ 6.7
1960s 2 credits
1963
Doctor Who as Elgin
TV ★ 7.9
1963
Doctor Who as Guard
TV ★ 7.9
1950s 1 credit
1952
Movie ★ 4.0