Johnny Pacar
Biography
Johnny Pacar, born John Edward Pacuraru on June 6, 1981, in Dearborn, Michigan, is an American film and television actor. He portrayed Cody Jackson in the television series Flight 29 Down and had a recurring role as Jimmy Francis in American Dreams. His film work includes a main role in the 2004 film Purgatory House and a role in the Disney Channel Original Movie Now You See It. Pacar also appeared in a recurring role as Damon Young on the ABC Family series Make It or Break It, which focuses on teenage gymnasts aiming for the 2012 Olympics.
Career overview
Johnny Pacar, born John Edward Pacuraru on June 6, 1981, in Dearborn, Michigan, is an American actor and musician. His early aspirations included becoming a professional hockey player.
Pacar has appeared in several television series and films. He portrayed Cody Jackson in the television series Flight 29 Down and held a recurring role as Jimmy Francis in American Dreams. He also had a main role in the 2004 film Purgatory House and starred in the Disney Channel Original Movie Now You See It.
In more recent work, Pacar appeared in a recurring role as Damon Young on the ABC Family series Make It or Break It. This series focuses on teenage gymnasts who are striving for the 2012 Olympics.
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Full Filmography
38 titles- President Down (2025) as Tony Reyes
- America Is Sinking (2023) as Dr. Chase Heibert
- Beaus of Holly (2020) as Jake
- Selfie Dad (2020) as Mickey
- The Rookie (2018) as Nestor
- Killer Night Shift (2018) as David Rosen
- 10 Year Reunion (2016) as Shane Conley
- The Remaining (2014) as Tommy
- Fort McCoy (2014) as Texas Slim
- Playback (2012) as Julian Miller
- Zombie Apocalypse (2011) as Julian
- The Dead Undead (2010) as Travis
- Warehouse 13 (2009) as Dwayne Maddox
- Make It or Break It (2009) as Damon Young
- Love Hurts (2009) as Justin Bingham
- Cryptic (2009) as Damon
- Eli Stone (2008) as Eli Age 19
- Wild Child (2008) as Roddy
- Front of the Class (2008) as Jeff
- Flight 29 Down: The Hotel Tango (2007) as Cody Jackson
- Grey's Anatomy (2005) as Dr. Manuel Tyson
- Ghost Whisperer (2005) as Miles Maitland
- Medium (2005) as Intoxicated Boy
- The Reichen Show (2005) as Self - Guest
- Flight 29 Down (2005) as Cody Jackson
- Now You See It... (2005) as Danny Sinclair
- Combustion (2004) as Jessie Daniels
- Cold Case (2003) as Dayton (1995)
- Tru Calling (2003) as Adam Whitman
- Purgatory House (2003) as Sam
- CSI: Miami (2002) as Nathan Atherton
- American Dreams (2002) as Jimmy Francis
- George Lopez (2002) as Noah
- Crossing Jordan (2001) as Ben Kensith
- Boston Public (2000) as Boone
- The Brothers García (2000) as Rush Bauer
- Judging Amy (1999) as Jason Christopher
- Arctic Annihilation as Travis Hayes
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Johnny Pacar best known for?
Johnny Pacar is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Rookie (2018), The Remaining (2014), Morning Call (2012), Warehouse 13 (2009).
When and where was Johnny Pacar born?
Johnny Pacar was born on June 6, 1981 in Dearborn, Michigan, USA.
How many credits does Johnny Pacar have?
Johnny Pacar has accumulated over 38 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1999 to 2025.
What is Johnny Pacar's background in cinema and television?
Johnny Pacar, born John Edward Pacuraru on June 6, 1981, in Dearborn, Michigan, is an American film and television actor. He portrayed Cody Jackson in the television series Flight 29 Down and had a recurring role as Jimmy Francis in American Dreams. His film work includes a main role in the 2004 film Purgatory House an...