Johnny O'Donnell
Biography
Jonathan O'Donnell is an Irish actor, whose work includes collaborations with award-winning directors such as Paul Greengrass (Bloody Sunday), John Strickland (Rebel Heart), and Neasa Hardiman (Jessica Jones, We Were the Lucky Ones). Trained at Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, Johnny is known for his emotionally grounded performances across screen and stage, with a strong presence in drama, historical, and character-driven roles.
Known For & Full Filmography5 Titles
Movie - 1986, 2h 15m • as Punk
Two street-wise Chicago cops have to shake off some rust after returning from a Key West vacation to pursue a drug dealer that nearly killed them in the past.
Movie - 2002, 2h 15m • as Jim
The dramatised story of the Irish civil rights protest march on January 30 1972 which ended in a massacre by British troops.
Drama Series - 2025, 16 episodes • as Jay Vaquer
Raul Seixas abandoned his career as a music producer to become a singer, mixing rock with baião. He adopted a radical style and fell into addiction, but became a Brazilian rock icon.
Drama Series - 2024, 16 episodes • as Franjão
An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.
Movie - 1989, 2h 15m • as Jon Lester
In December, 1986, 3 black men ran into car trouble in Howard Beach, a middle-class neighborhood in New York City. Unable to start their car, they sought refuge in a nearby restaurant. What happened later that night shocked the entire city.