McKellen: Playing the Part
2018| 1h 31m| IMDb 6.4
McKellen: Playing the Part (2018) is currently streaming in the UK on MarqueeTV and Marquee TV. Last updated 20 January 2026.
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.
Director: Joe Stephenson
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Streaming info last checked: 20 Jan 2026
