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Michael Shannon
Michael Corbett Shannon, born August 7, 1974, is known for his outstanding performances in both film and theater. He first launched his illustrious career in 1992 and has captivated audiences ever since with his dynamic portrayals of diverse characters. Over his long and distinguished career, Shannon has earned two Academy Award nominations for Best Supporting Actor, for Revolutionary Road (2008), and Nocturnal Animals (2016). His other impactful performances include Groundhog Day (1993), The Iceman (2012), The Shape of Water (2017), and Knives Out (2019). He's also a frequent collaborator with director Jeff Nichols, appearing in all of Nichols' films to date.
In addition to his film career, Shannon widely recognized for his work on Broadway, debuting in the play 'Grace' in 2012. His performance as James Tyrone Jr. in the revival of Eugene O'Neill's 'Long Day's Journey into Night' landed him a Tony nomination in 2016. Moreover, his captivating portrayal of Nelson Van Alden in HBO's 'Boardwalk Empire' earned him two Screen Actors Guild Awards. Alongside his extensive performing career, Shannon is also known for creating the indie rock band Corporal, contributing through singing and writing lyrics. Despite his numerous commitments, Shannon balances his career with personal life, living in New York with his family.
Biography, Career & Filmography
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Given Name: Michael Corbett Shannon
Born: Lexington, Kentucky, U.S.
Citizenship: American
Birthday: August 7, 1974
Occupations: Actor, Producer
Years Active: 1992-present
Children: 2
Spouses: Kate Arrington
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Awards and Nominations Received by Michael Shannon
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Movies Featuring Michael Shannon
The Flash
Man of Steel
The Shape of Water
Take Shelter
Nocturnal Animals
99 Homes
Mud
The Runaways
What They Had
The Quarry
Elvis & Nixon
12 Strong
Bug
Young Ones
The Current War: Director's Cut
Amsterdam
Wolves
Echo Boomers
Premium Rush
Bullet Train
Freeheld
The Iceman
Pottersville
State Like Sleep
Poor Boy
Night's End
Abandoned
The Broken Tower
Heart of Champions
A Little White Lie
The Bikeriders
The End
Michael Shannon Reads the Insane Delta Gamma Sorority Letter
Choose You
Herbert White
I am My Films, Part 2… 30 Years Later
Touch of Evil
Möbius
The Final Shot: A Farewell to Boardwalk Empire
Ballad of a Righteous Merchant
The Current War
Bob Dylan - Trouble No More
Waco
National Theatre Live: Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
Long Way Back Home
The Little Drummer Girl
The Photographer
Mullitt
New Port South
Zamboni Man
Dead Birds
Blackbird
You’ve Got a Friend
Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut
Making Love
Sheena
Afterward
The Two Mrs. Grenvilles
Poor Little Rich Girl: The Barbara Hutton Story
Murder on the Moon
Knives Out: Making a Murder
Lillie
Hostile Waters
Fatherland
30 Years to Life
Chicago Cab
Royce
The Affair
Waco: The Aftermath
Only Love
Future Cop
Nuremberg
Death by Lightning
Career Timeline
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2018
What They Had
Nick
12 Strong
Hal Spencer
Poor Boy
Blayde Griggs
National Theatre Live: Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
Long Way Back Home
Stanton
2017
The Shape of Water
Richard Strickland
Wolves
Pottersville
Maynard Greiger
Ballad of a Righteous Merchant
Self
The Current War
George Westinghouse
Bob Dylan - Trouble No More
Self
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