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Ian McKellen: British actor (born 1939).
Born (age 86).
Ian McKellen has 33 credits in our database.
The name Ian means scottish for "God is gracious".
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Filmography (33)
Avengers: Doomsday
Film
The Christophers
Film
Ebenezer: A Chr...
Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol
Film
Beauty and the Beast
Film
The Untold Tales of Armistead Maupin
Film
X-Men: Days of Future Past
Film
The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies
Film
Vicious
TV Series
The Five(ish) Doctors Reboot
Film
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
Film
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Biography
Sir Ian Murray McKellen (born 25 May 1939) is an English actor. He has played roles on the screen and stage in genres ranging from Shakespearean dramas and modern theatre to popular fantasy and science fiction. He is regarded as a British cultural icon and was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1991. He has received numerous accolades, including a Tony Award, six Laurence Olivier Awards, an Actor Award and a Golden Globe Award, in addition to nominations for two Academy Awards, five BAFTAs and five Emmy Awards. McKellen made his stage debut in 1961 at the Belgrade Theatre as a member of its repertory company, and in 1965 made his first West End appearance.
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How old is Ian McKellen?
Ian McKellen is 86 years old, born on .
What movies or shows has Ian McKellen been in?
Ian McKellen has 33 credits in our database. Notable titles include Avengers: Doomsday (2026), The Christophers (2026), Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol (2026), Beauty and the Beast (2017), The Untold Tales of Armistead Maupin (2017).
Where can I find more information about Ian McKellen?
You can find more about Ian McKellen on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.