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       The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

       2001
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       Cats

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       Six Degrees of Separation

       1993
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       The Good Liar

       2019
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       Extras

       2005
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       And the Band Played On

       1993

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2. www.britannica.com › biography › Ian-McKellenIan McKellen | Biography, Movies, Plays, & Facts | Britannica

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   May 21, 2024 · Ian McKellen, British actor of great versatility who was especially noted for his work with the Royal Shakespeare Company and for his eclectic filmography, which included The Lord of the Rings trilogy and the X-Men series. Learn more about McKellen’s life and career.

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     Blink and You Will Miss It! Michael Fassbender and Ian McKellen Made Their Presence Known in X-Men ’97 With an Easter Egg

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   22 hours ago · Widely regarded as one of the world’s greatest stage, film and TV actors, Sir Ian McKellen, was in Australia to perform the stage production of Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot. McKellen was ...

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   May 18, 2024 · Ian McKellen is an Oscar-nominated thespian whomhas excelled at everything from Shakespeare to sci-fi on both the stage and screen. Let’s take a look back at 12 of his greatest films, ranked...

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     Sir Ian McKellen | Full Address and Q&A | Oxford Union

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     Ian McKellen Explains The Difference Between Acting on Stage and In Movies | The Dick Cavett Show

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     Ian McKellen on How He Became Gandalf in The Lord of the Rings | BAFTA Insights

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   May 19, 2024 · London. 19 May 2024. Ian McKellen as Falstaff, © Manuel Harlan. Ian McKellen took to the stage this afternoon to issue a rallying cry for theatres across the nation. At the annual RTST Sir Peter Hall Director Award event at Shakespeare’s Globe in London, McKellen called for a greater focus on theatres outside of the capital: “This award ...

9. www.msn.com › en-us › moviesIan McKellen's Best Roles - So Far! - MSN

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   4 days ago · With six Laurence Olivier Awards, a Tony, and a Golden Globe under his belt, English actor Ian McKellen has earned his place among the greatest British cultural icons ever. In honor of his May...

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    Who is Ian McKellen?

    • Ian McKellen (born May 25, 1939, Burnley, Lancashire, England) is a British actor of great versatility, noted for his work with the Royal Shakespeare Company and for his eclectic filmography. McKellen attended St. Catharine’s College, Cambridge, where as a student actor he was often directed by John Barton, later of the Royal Shakespeare Company.

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    Was Ian McKellen a good actor?

    • Drawing on his own experiences of growing up during the war, Ian McKellen delivered an outstanding performance in 1998's period drama Gods and Monsters, and the film was a critical success! Proving himself to be a truly versatile actor, Ian McKellen took on the role of "Magneto" in superhero series X-Men.

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    When did Ian McKellen become famous?

    • Ian's first leading role would be as "D.H. Lawrence" in 1980's biographical film Priest of Love. While the film was seen as a huge success in Britain, Ian McKellen would not begin to see international fame until his role in 1993's American comedy Six Degrees of Separation, starring alongside Will Smith and Stockard Channing.

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    Who is X-Men star Ian McKellen?

    • Proving himself to be a truly versatile actor, Ian McKellen took on the role of "Magneto" in superhero series X-Men. Going on to star in three of the film's four sequels, the X-Men would not be the same without Ian!

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    6 days ago · Sir Ian McKellen turned down the role of Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter films due to critical comments made by the previous actor, Richard Harris. McKellen refused the role out of respect...

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    May 22, 2024 · Ian McKellen, a legendary actor, is known for his iconic roles as Gandalf in “The Lord of the Rings” and Magneto in “X-Men.” He is also a passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. Sir Ian McKellen’s remarkable career spans from stage to screen, showcasing his versatility as an actor.