Actor

Johnny O'Donnell

3 films

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.

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The best way into Johnny O'Donnell's work

First watchBloody Sunday20027.2as JimThe dramatised story of the Irish civil rights protest march on January 30 1972 which ended in a massacre by British troops.View film

Essential films

Ranked by acclaim and reach

6.1Running Scared1986

Filmography

3 films as actor

2002Bloody SundayJim
1989Making a Case for MurderJon Lester
1986Running ScaredPunk