Don Shanks

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Characters played by Don Shanks

Waiter #3 (uncredited) — Dumb and Dumber (1994)

Dining staff member in the first film.

Michael Myers — Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers (1989)

Silent, unstoppable serial killer known as The Shape.

The Fisherman — I'll Always Know What You Did Last Summer (2006)

Alias for the killer in the 2006 film, mimicking Ben Willis.

Charlie — 3 Ninjas Knuckle Up (1995)

Jo's father, environmental investigator.

Chief — Revenge of the Ninja (1983)

Senior police chief overseeing Detective Rios and city operations.

Coach Jacoby — Urban Legends: Bloody Mary (2005)

High school athletic coach and father figure to Buck, overseeing student activities.

Guard #1 — The Crow: Salvation (2000)

Prison guard with a brief appearance. Likely seen during Alex's execution or escape sequence.

Santa Climbing in Window (archive footage) — Silent Night, Deadly Night Part 2 (1987)

Archival clip of Santa entering a home.

Jason Longshadow — Sweet Sixteen (1982)

A Native American man harassed at a bar who warns Melissa about the dangerous area. Hired as an assistant at the archaeological dig. Framed for knife theft and murders, escapes jail to confront Billy and Jimmy, but is knocked unconscious during the fight.

Uncas — Last of the Mohicans (1977)

Uncas becomes involved in the travelers’ journey and develops feelings for Cora. After Magua captures her and Alice, Uncas escapes with Cora, while others follow the pursuing war party. He insists on facing the danger rather than abandoning her, and dies trying to save her, making his devotion to Cora a key part of the tragic ending.

Blood Coat — Walking Thunder (1995)

One of Richter's ruthless hunting companions who accompanies him to the cabin to steal supposed gold. He participates in the violent confrontation but ultimately flees when outmatched by John and Murdock.

Van Driver — Heaven Sent (1994)

A minor supporting role involved in transit or logistical scenes. Helps move Eddie between different stages or locations of his relived life.

Career Overview

Don Shanks has 116 screen credits in a career dating back to 1971. Their work spans 20 cinematic universes — most prominently The Crow with 2 titles. Signature works include Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers, The Life and Times of Grizzly Adams, Louis L'Amour's Down the Long Hills. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
116
Birth Date
1950-02-26
Birth Place
Piasa, Illinois, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 20 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q204395), public domain (CC0).