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.
John Henshaw Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Henshaw reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 40 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Henshaw's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of John Henshaw's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Rochdale Pioneers, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Henshaw Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Henshaw's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Henshaw has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
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 40 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".