Benny Young
Benny Young has spent a career as a British second-tier actor, solid in support and comfortable out of the spotlight. He has a part in 'Out of Africa' too. The bulk of the credits fall in drama. Employment has been the constant here: 45 years of it. Lord Simon Fraser in 'Outlaw King' remains the calling card.
Benny Young
9 Movies
6 Series
Benny Young has spent a career as a British second-tier actor, solid in support and comfortable out of the spotlight. He has a part in 'Out of Africa' too. The bulk of the credits fall in drama. Employment has been the constant here: 45 years of it. Lord Simon Fraser in 'Outlaw King' remains the calling card.
Movies
Plays Minister
Out of Africa
1985
Plays Rob Liddell
Chariots of Fire
1981
Plays Lord Simon Fraser
Outlaw King
2018
Plays Duncan / Doctor
Macbeth
2025
Plays Flight Engineer
White Nights
1985
Plays Scottish Doctor
National Theatre Live: Macbeth
2013
Plays Max Taylor
Funny Man
1994
Plays Ron
The Girl in the Picture
1986
Plays Psychologist
Captive
1986
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Macbeth
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Macbeth
Duncan / Doctor
2025
Film
Good Omens
Tramp · 1 episode
2019–
TV
Outlaw King
Lord Simon Fraser
2018
Film
National Theatre Live: Macbeth
Scottish Doctor
2013
Film
Shetland
James Perez · 5 episodes
2013–
TV
Talk to Me
Raymond · 3 episodes
2007–
TV
Spooks
Yves Cuvier · 1 episode
2002–
TV
Waking the Dead
Owens · 2 episodes
2001–
TV
Funny Man
Max Taylor
1994
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Benny Young and where are they from?
Benny Young is 77 years old, born on August 8, 1949 in Glasgow, Scotland, UK.
What are the most famous roles of Benny Young?
Benny Young is best known for roles in Outlaw King, Out of Africa, Chariots of Fire.
How many movies has Benny Young been in?
Over a 45-year career (since 1981), Benny Young has appeared in 9 movies and 6 TV shows.
What was Benny Young's first movie?
The career of Benny Young began with The Good Time Girls (1981).
What is Benny Young's most recent movie or series?
Benny Young's most recent release is Macbeth, which premiered on February 5, 2025.
What TV shows has Benny Young appeared in?
On television, Benny Young has appeared in Good Omens, Shetland, Spooks, Waking the Dead.
Benny Young
1949-08-08 · Glasgow, Scotland, UK
Benny Young has spent a career as a British second-tier actor, solid in support and comfortable out of the spotlight. He has a part in 'Out of Africa' too. The bulk of the credits fall in drama. Employment has been the constant here: 45 years of it. Lord Simon Fraser in 'Outlaw King' remains the calling card.