Ian Charleson

Ian Charleson

Deceased · Born: Aug 11, 1949 · Died: Jan 6, 1990

Personal Details

BornAug 11, 1949 Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

Biography

Born and bred in the vibrant city of Edinburgh, Scotland, Charleson's early life was marked by a strong foundation in education, with his formative years spent at the prestigious Royal High School. Following his secondary education, he made the transition to higher learning, enrolling at the esteemed Edinburgh University, where he initially pursued a degree in architecture.

However, as his passion for acting began to flourish, Charleson's academic trajectory took a dramatic turn, and he decided to switch gears, opting instead for a Master of Arts degree. This bold move allowed him to delve deeper into the world of performing arts, ultimately setting the stage for his future success.

With his undergraduate degree in hand, Charleson secured a coveted spot at the renowned London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, a institution renowned for its excellence in training the next generation of theatrical talents.

Career

1988
Troubles
Troubles as Major Brendan Archer
1987
Opera
Opera as Marco
1986
Car Trouble
Car Trouble as Gerald
Master of the Game
Master of the Game as Jamie MacGregor
The Sun Also Rises
The Sun Also Rises as Mike Campbell
1983
Ascendancy
Ascendancy as Lt. Ryder
1982
Gandhi
Gandhi as Reverend Charlie Andrews
1981
Chariots of Fire
Chariots of Fire as Eric Liddell
Antony & Cleopatra
Antony & Cleopatra as Octavius Caesar
1980
1978
Jubilee
Jubilee as Angel
1976