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Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Wednesday)
Died
Nationality
Languages
English
Education
Sarnia Collegiate Institute and Technical School, Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre
Zodiac Sign
♓ Pisces
Chinese Zodiac
猴 Monkey
Name Origin
English < Latin < Ancient Greek < Hebrew (יַעֲקֹב)
Popularity
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 35
Career
Career spanning 37 years (1956-1993)
Year context
Born in 1920 -- Women gain the right to vote (19th Amendment); Woodrow Wilson was US president
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Filmography (14)
Loaded Weapon 1
Film
Amore!
Film
Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country
Film
Knight Rider 2000
Film
Star Trek V: The Final Frontier
Film
Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home
Film
Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan
Cmdr. Montgomery 'Scotty' Scott
Star Trek: The Motion Picture
Cmdr. Montgomery 'Scotty' Scott
Jason of Star Command
TV Series
Star Trek
Montgomery Scott (voice)
AWARDS (1)
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Biography
James Montgomery "Jimmy" Doohan (March 3, 1920 – July 20, 2005) was a Canadian character and voice actor, best known for his role as Montgomery "Scotty" Scott in the television and film series Star Trek. His characterization of the Scottish Chief Engineer of the Starship Enterprise was one of the most recognizable elements in the Star Trek franchise, for which he also made several contributions behind the scenes. Many of the characterizations, mannerisms, and expressions that he established for Scotty and other Star Trek characters have become entrenched in popular culture.
Following his success with Star Trek, he supplemented his income and showed continued support for his fans by making numerous public appearances. Doohan often went to great lengths to buoy the large number of fans who have been inspired to make their own accomplishments in engineering and other fields, as a result of Doohan's work and his encouragement.
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James Doohan was born on and passed away on at the age of 85.
Where was James Doohan born?
James Doohan was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
What movies or shows has James Doohan been in?
James Doohan has 14 credits in our database. Notable titles include Loaded Weapon 1 (1993), Amore! (1993), Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (1991), Knight Rider 2000 (1991), Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (1989).
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James Doohan is primarily known as an actor. James Montgomery "Jimmy" Doohan (March 3, 1920 – July 20, 2005) was a Canadian character and voice actor, best known for his role as Montgomery…
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