Jack Bannon - Actor Profile

Jack Bannon

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
15Total Films
7.7 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 14, 1940
Birth Place: Los Angeles, California, USA

About Jack Bannon

Jack Bannon (June 14, 1940 – October 25, 2017) was an American actor, best known for his role as Art Donovan on Lou Grant, a role he played for the duration of the series, from 1977 to 1982.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jack Bannon reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Jack Bannon's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jack Bannon remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Perry Mason: The Case of the Sinister Spirit, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jack Bannon Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jack Bannon's career based on audience ratings.

★7.7
Perry Mason: The Case of the Sinister Spirit (1987) movie poster
★7.7

Perry Mason: The Case of the Sinister Spirit: Jordan White, a publisher friend of Perry, is called to a hotel where a guest, famous horror writer David Hall, has clea

Perry Mason: The Case of the Sinister Spirit

1987•Drama
★7.5
Little Big Man (1970) movie poster
★7.5

Little Big Man: Jack Crabb, looking back from extreme old age, tells of his life being raised by Indians and fighting with General Custe

Little Big Man

1970•Western
★7.0
Diary of a Perfect Murder (1986) movie poster
★7.0

Diary of a Perfect Murder: This legal whodunit movie served as a pilot for the television series Matlock.

Diary of a Perfect Murder

1986•TV Movie
★6.2
Death Warrant (1990) movie poster
★6.2

Death Warrant: Canadian policeman Louis Burke is assigned in a jail to investigate the murders of prisoners and jailors. While there, L

Death Warrant

1990•Action
★6.2
What Ever Happened to Aunt Alice? (1969) movie poster
★6.2

What Ever Happened to Aunt Alice?: An aging widow hides a deadly secret which she will do anything to keep buried.

What Ever Happened to Aunt Alice?

1969•Crime

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jack Bannon.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2018 Mistrust Nathan Dobier Flop Similar →
1998 Detour Judge Reese Flop Similar →
1995 To the Limit Arthur Jameson Flop Similar →
1994 Hard Vice Medical Examiner Flop Similar →
1993 Da Vinci's War Arthur Jamieson Flop Similar →
1990 Death Warrant Ben Keane Average Similar →
1987 Perry Mason: The Case of the Sinister Spirit Donald Sayer Super Hit Similar →
1986 Miracle of the Heart: A Boys Town Story Father Lester Flop Similar →
1986 Diary of a Perfect Murder Paul Lockwood Hit Similar →
1982 Take Your Best Shot Dr. Barry Richardson Average Similar →
1977 Tail Gunner Joe Eisenhower Aide Average Similar →
1976 Street Killing Richard Hager Flop Similar →
1970 Little Big Man Captain Super Hit Similar →
1970 The Phynx Blair Thompson Flop Similar →
1969 What Ever Happened to Aunt Alice? Olin Average Similar →

Jack Bannon - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jack Bannon?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jack Bannon is "Perry Mason: The Case of the Sinister Spirit" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Jack Bannon acted in?

Jack Bannon has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jack Bannon?

Other notable films include "Little Big Man", "Diary of a Perfect Murder", and "Death Warrant".