
McKellen: Playing the Part
2018 · Movie · 91 min · ★ 7.2
Built upon a 14 hour interview, MCKELLEN: PLAYING THE PART is a unique journey through the key landmarks of McKellen’s life, from early childhood into a demanding career that placed him in the public eye for the best part of his lifetime. Using an abundance of photography from McKellen’s private albums and cinematically reconstructed scenes, a raw talent shines through in the intensity, variety and devotion to that moment in the light.
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Streaming on Marquee TV.
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Details
- Years
- 2018
- Release date
- 2018-05-25
- Language
- English
- Runtime
- 91 min
- TMDB rating
- 7.2/10 (21 votes)
Themes
- gay theme
- gay artist
Cast & crew

Ian McKellen
as Self

Scott Chambers
as Ian McKellen

Luke Evans

Milo Parker
as Young Ian McKellen

Adam Brown

Frances Barber
- PC
Penny Clapcott
as Her Majesty's Smallest Subject
Directed by Joe Stephenson