Ian McKellen
- Biography
- Widely considered one of the leading British actors of his generation, Ian McKellen has had a rich and varied career encompassing the stage, screen, and television.
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Awards
Academy Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Nominated | Oscar | Best Supporting Actor The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring |
Academy of Television Arts and Sciences
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Nominated | Academy of Television Arts and Sciences | Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie The Prisoner (2009) |
| 2009 | Nominated | Academy of Television Arts and Sciences | Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie King Lear (2008) |
British Academy of Film and Television Arts
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Nominated | British Academy of Film and Television Arts | Best Actor The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring |
Genie Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Nominated | Genie Awards | Best Actor Emile |
Films
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