John Junkin
Biography
John Francis Junkin was an English actor and scriptwriter who specialized in comedy. Born on January 29, 1930, in Ealing, London, England, he had a long career in radio, television, and film. Junkin joined Joan Littlewood's Stratford East Theatre Workshop in 1960, where he played the lead in the original production of Sparrers Can't Sing. He later joined the Royal Court Theatre company and appeared in some of Tony Hancock's work for British television. Junkin passed away on March 7, 2006, at the age of 76, due to lung cancer. He is known to have had a total of 96 acting credits throughout his career.
Career overview
John Junkin was an English actor who had a long career in radio, television, and film, specializing in comedy. He began his career in the theatre, joining Joan Littlewood's Stratford East Theatre Workshop in 1960, where he played the lead in the original production of Sparrers Can't Sing.
Junkin later joined the Royal Court Theatre company, where he appeared in some of Tony Hancock's last work for British television. This marked a significant period in his career, as he worked alongside a prominent figure in British comedy.
Throughout his career, John Junkin accumulated a significant number of acting credits, with a total of 96 known credits. He continued to work in the entertainment industry until his death in 2006, at the age of 76.
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96 titles- The Football Factory (2004) as Albert Moss
- When Steptoe Met Son (2002) as Self
- Chica de Río (2001) as Mr. Bigelow
- The Sins (2000) as Archie Rogers
- The Last Salute (1998) as Norman
- Noel's Telly Years (1996)
- The Queen's Nose (1995) as Bert
- Law and Disorder (1994)
- Harry (1993) as Mal
- Mr. Bean (1990) as Maître D'
- Chicago Joe and the Showgirl (1990) as George Heath
- A Handful of Dust (1988) as Blenkinsop
- Inspector Morse (1987) as Chief Inspector Holroyd
- The Bill (1984)
- Sharon and Elsie (1984) as Tommy Wallace
- Down at the Hydro (1983) as Businesman
- The Kenny Everett Television Show (1982) as Self
- Countdown (1982)
- Odd One Out (1982)
- The Kenny Everett Naughty Joke Box (1981) as Self
- Dancing Country (1981) as Jack
- Juliet Bravo (1980) as Les
- Terry and June (1979) as Sgt. Tucker
- Dick Turpin (1979) as Dr. Mandragola
- Only When I Laugh (1979) as Landlord
- Licensed to Love and Kill (1979) as Helicopter Mechanic
- That Summer! (1979) as Mr Swales
- All Creatures Great and Small (1978) as Luke Benson
- Out (1978) as Ralph Veneker
- Brass Target (1978) as Carberry
- Rosie Dixon - Night Nurse (1978) as Mr. Dixon
- Scully's New Year's Eve (1978) as Jack
- The Professionals (1977) as Hollis
- Confessions from a Holiday Camp (1977) as Mr. William Whitemonk
- Wombling Free (1977) as County Surveyor
- Hello Cheeky (1976)
- Confessions of a Driving Instructor (1976) as Luigi
- The Sweeney (1975) as Taxi Yard Proprietor
- Looking for Clancy (1975) as Jim Clancy
- Lord Peter Wimsey: Five Red Herrings (1975) as Mr. Alcock
- Playhouse (1974) as Jack
- Slater's Day (1974) as Freddy Slater
- Man at the Top (1973) Additional Writing
- Sykes (1972) as Eye Consultant
- Scoop (1972) as Baldwin
- Both Ends Meet (1972) as Pip Pepper
- Jason King (1971)
- Play for Today (1970) as Jack
- The Goodies (1970) as Police Sergeant
- Catweazle (1970) as Sergeant Bottle
- On the House (1970) as Charlie Cattermole
- Simon Simon (1970) as 2nd Workman - Driver
- Softly Softly: Task Force (1969) as Norden
- Up Pompeii! (1969) as Odius
- W. Somerset Maugham (1969) as Don Agosto
- Journey to the Unknown (1969) as Robert
- The Company of Five (1968) as Dave
- It's Marty (1968)
- Thingumybob (1968)
- The World of Wodehouse (1967) as Harry Barber
- Sam and Janet (1967) as Sam Marshall
- How I Won the War (1967) as Large Child
- The Plank (1967) as One Eyed Truck Driver
- Till Death Us Do Part (1966) as Wally the Milkman
- The Wrong Box (1966) as 1st Engine Driver
- Kaleidoscope (1966) as Dominion Porter
- Doctor in Clover (1966) as Prison Warder (uncredited)
- Cooperama (1966)
- The Sandwich Man (1966) as Chauffeur
- Watch the Birdies (1966) as Kendall
- Thirty-Minute Theatre (1965) as Jeffrey
- The Troubleshooters (1965) as Macann
- A Slight Case Of... (1965)
- A Hard Day's Night (1964) as Shake
- A World Of His Own (1964)
- The Pumpkin Eater (1964) as Undertaker
- Hot Enough for June (1964) as Clerk in Opening Scene
- Sergeant Cork (1963) as Perryman
- The Human Jungle (1963) as McCutcheon
- The Wrong Arm of the Law (1963) as Maurice (uncredited)
- Heavens Above! (1963) as Reporter at Space Launch Site (uncredited)
- The Break (1963) as Harry
- Sparrows Can't Sing (1963) as Bridge Operator
- Dr. Finlay's Casebook (1962) as John Grieve
- The Brain (1962) as Frederick (uncredited)
- The Primitives (1962) as Arthur
- The Avengers (1961) as Sergeant
- The Avengers (1961) as Sheriff
- Drama 61-67 (1961)
- Coronation Street (1960) as Bill Fielding
- The Odd Man (1960) as Male Nurse
- Doctor in Love (1960) as Policeman (uncredited)
- And the Same to You (1960) Additional Writing
- No Hiding Place (1959)
- Dixon of Dock Green (1955) as Dan Stuart
- Hello Cheeky
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is John Junkin best known for?
John Junkin is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Return of the Living Dead Part II (1988), The Queen's Nose (1995), Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (1994), Harry (1993).
When and where was John Junkin born?
John Junkin was born on January 29, 1930 in Ealing, London, England, UK. They passed away on March 7, 2006.
How many credits does John Junkin have?
John Junkin has accumulated over 96 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1955 to 2004.
What is John Junkin's background in cinema and television?
John Francis Junkin was an English actor and scriptwriter who specialized in comedy. Born on January 29, 1930, in Ealing, London, England, he had a long career in radio, television, and film. Junkin joined Joan Littlewood's Stratford East Theatre Workshop in 1960, where he played the lead in the original production of ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Human Jungle (1963) as McCutcheon — aged about 33
- The Sweeney (1975) as Taxi Yard Proprietor — aged about 45
- Mr. Bean (1990) as Maître D' — aged about 60
- Inspector Morse (1987) as Chief Inspector Holroyd — aged about 57
- All Creatures Great and Small (1978) as Luke Benson — aged about 48
- Out (1978) as Ralph Veneker — aged about 48
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