John Henshaw
ActingAbout John Henshaw
John Henshaw is a British actor famed for his roles as Ken the landlord in Early Doors, Wilf Bradshaw in Born and Bred and PC Roy Bramwell in The Cops. Henshaw was born one of 12 children. He grew up in Ancoats, Manchester's "Little Italy" community. He was a refuse collector for ten years before deciding to become an actor at the age of 40. His first big break in acting was as a minder to Robert Lindsay's character Michael Murray in the acclaimed Channel 4 series, G.B.H. Other TV credits include The Royle Family, The Visit, Life on Mars, whilst film credits include the Steve Coogan comedy The Parole Officer, the Bert Trautmann biopic The Keeper, and the Ken Loach films Looking For Eric and The Angels' Share. Henshaw is chairman of the 24:7 Theatre Festival, an annual festival of new writing for theatre based in Manchester.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Henshaw reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 39 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of John Henshaw's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Henshaw remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Rochdale Pioneers, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Henshaw Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Henshaw's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Henshaw.
John Henshaw - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Henshaw?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Henshaw is "The Rochdale Pioneers" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has John Henshaw acted in?
John Henshaw has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Henshaw?
Other notable films include "Olly's Prison", "The Royle Family: Behind the Sofa", and "A Street Cat Named Bob".