McKellen: Playing the Part

Movie
TitleMcKellen: Playing the Part
User score

7.2

Release dateMay 25, 2018
GenreDocumentary, History
DirectorJoe Stephenson
Production countryUnited Kingdom
Production companiesGreat Point Media, B Good Picture Company, Ugly Duckling Films, Surreal Films
Run time92 min.

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.

Videos

McKellen Playing the Part | UK trailer

Apr 9, 2018

Actors

See more

Similar films

See more
Memories of Murder

8.1

Interstellar

8.4

Joker

8.1

Bohemian Rhapsody

8

Green Book

8.2

Vertigo

8.2

BlacKkKlansman

7.5

The Platform

7

Barbie

7

Knives Out

7.8

Oppenheimer

8.1

A Quiet Place

7.4

Moonlight

7.4

Hacksaw Ridge

8.2

The Shining

8.2

Lady Bird

7.3

Movie Tracker

Stay up to date with all your favorite movies and TV shows, create personalized watchlists and discover new experiences.

Copyright © 2025 Movie Tracker. All rights reserved.

Data source for all movies themoviedb.org