One of the great British actors of his generation. He came to prominence with the cult comedy 'Withnail & I' (1987) and became established as the Eighth Doctor in the 'Doctor Who' film (1996) and numerous productions of the franchise, one of his most beloved roles. He appeared in 'Alien³' (1992), Steven Spielberg's 'Empire of the Sun' (1987) and the acclaimed series 'Luther' (2010). British actor of wide range between auteur cinema, science fiction and television drama, recognized for his versatility and his presence in prestige productions.
Paul McGann
Actor
66 years (Nov 14, 1959)Kensington, UKKensington, Liverpool, England, UK
One of the great British actors of his generation. He came to prominence with the cult comedy 'Withnail & I' (1987) and became established as the Eighth Doctor in the 'Doctor Who' film (1996) and numerous productions of the franchise, one of his most beloved roles. He appeared in 'Alien³' (1992), Steven Spielberg's 'Empire of the Sun' (1987) and the acclaimed series 'Luther' (2010). British actor of wide range between auteur cinema, science fiction and television drama, recognized for his versatility and his presence in prestige productions.
1959-11-14 · Kensington, UKKensington, Liverpool, England, UK
Paul McGann (born November 14, 1959) is an English actor who made his name on The Monocled Mutineer, in which he played the lead role. He is also known for his role in Withnail and I, and for portraying the Eighth Doctor in the 1996 Doctor Who television movie as well as other media that features his incarnation of the character.