Sir Ian McKellen
As the 'last of the McKellens', actor and civil rights champion Sir Ian McKellen admits to a degree of melancholy as he delves into his family history.
As the 'last of the McKellens', Sir Ian admits to a degree of melancholy as he delves into his family history. But the results pay off richly for one of Britain's greatest actors and civil rights champions. Ian's journey uncovers a theatrical ancestor, a Victorian political activist and a link to an ancient druidical landmark in the Lake District.
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"I'm the last of the McKellens"
Duration: 02:56
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00:42Teufelskicker
34 - Freundschaft In Gefahr (02. Das Hammer-Los)
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Participant | Ian McKellen |
| Director | Leo Burley |
| Series Producer | Sarah Feltes |
| Production Company | Wall to Wall Media |
Broadcasts
Wed 25 Jan 2017 20:00- Wed 1 Feb 2017 00:05主播大秀 One except Northern Ireland, Northern Ireland HD, Scotland, Scotland HD, Wales & 1 more
- Wed 1 Feb 2017 00:30主播大秀 One Northern Ireland HD, Wales HD, Northern Ireland & Wales only
- Wed 1 Feb 2017 01:05主播大秀 One Scotland HD & Scotland only
- Tue 7 Feb 2017 02:10
- Mon 18 Sep 2017 14:45
- Mon 11 Mar 2019 14:45
- Mon 13 Sep 2021 16:15主播大秀 Two except Scotland
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