Ian Shaw
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Most cast lists carry Ian Shaw as an actor, one of the faces that hold a cast together from the edges. 33 years in, the career has real shape to it. Among the credits, 'Johnny English Reborn' is the one with reach. 'The Contract' belongs on any short list of his work. The filmography leans toward crime.
Ian Shaw
7 Movies
5 Series
Most cast lists carry Ian Shaw as an actor, one of the faces that hold a cast together from the edges. 33 years in, the career has real shape to it. Among the credits, 'Johnny English Reborn' is the one with reach. 'The Contract' belongs on any short list of his work. The filmography leans toward crime.
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Doctor Who
Newsreader · 1 episode
2025
TV
The Shark Is Broken
Robert Shaw
2025
Film
National Theatre Live: War Horse
Friedrich Müller
2014
Film
Johnny English Reborn
Agent Number Two
2011
Film
The Contract
Michaels
2006
Film
The Boys & Girl from County Clare
Johnny
2003
Film
Watership Down
Hazel (voice) · 26 episodes
1999–
TV
Ghosts
Captain Alex McClean · 1 episode
1995
TV
Sharpe
Lt. Ayres · 1 episode
1995
TV
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Ian Shaw?
Ian Shaw is 56 years old, born on December 18, 1969.
What are the most famous roles of Ian Shaw?
Ian Shaw is best known for roles in Johnny English Reborn, The Contract, Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story.
How many movies has Ian Shaw been in?
Over a 33-year career (since 1993), Ian Shaw has appeared in 7 movies and 5 TV shows.
What was Ian Shaw's first movie?
The career of Ian Shaw began with Century (1993).
What is Ian Shaw's most recent movie or series?
Ian Shaw's most recent release is The Shark Is Broken, which premiered on October 16, 2025.
What TV shows has Ian Shaw appeared in?
On television, Ian Shaw has appeared in Doctor Who, Casualty, Sharpe, Soldier Soldier.
Ian Shaw
1969-12-18
Ian Shaw is a British stage, film and television actor and playwright. The son of Robert Shaw, he co-wrote with Joseph Nixon the play The Shark Is Broken about the making of Jaws which his father starred in. The play made its debut in 2019 with Shaw playing his father.