Ewan McGregor

Born:31. března 1971

Place of Birth:Perth, Scotland, UK

Known For:Acting

Biography

Ewan McGregor, born on March 31, 1971, in Scotland, is a versatile actor known for his incredible range and dedication to his craft. McGregor's illustrious career spans across film, television, and stage, earning him numerous accolades, including a Golden Globe Award and a Primetime Emmy Award. His talent and commitment to his roles have solidified him as one of the most respected actors in the industry.

After honing his skills at the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama, McGregor made his mark with a breakout role in the British series "Lipstick on Your Collar" in 1993. However, it was his captivating performance as the troubled Mark Renton in "Trainspotting" (1996) that propelled him to international fame. McGregor further showcased his acting prowess by portraying the iconic character Obi-Wan Kenobi in the Star Wars prequel trilogy (1999–2005), winning over fans with his portrayal of the beloved Jedi Master.

Throughout his career, McGregor has taken on a diverse range of roles, from the enchanting Christian in "Moulin Rouge!" (2001) to the intense portrayal of a soldier in "Black Hawk Down" (2001). His ability to seamlessly transition between genres is a testament to his versatility as an actor. McGregor's performances in films such as "Big Fish" (2003), "The Ghost Writer" (2010), and "Salmon Fishing in the Yemen" (2011) have been lauded by critics and audiences alike.

In addition to his film work, McGregor has also made a mark in television, winning a Golden Globe Award for his compelling dual role in the series "Fargo" (2017). He has lent his voice to animated films like "Beauty and the Beast" (2017) and brought beloved characters to life in live-action adaptations such as "Christopher Robin" (2018) and "Doctor Sleep" (2019). McGregor's portrayal of the complex fashion designer Halston in the miniseries "Halston" (2021) further showcased his ability to inhabit diverse characters with depth and nuance.

Beyond his acting career, McGregor is a dedicated philanthropist and has been a UNICEF UK ambassador since 2004. His commitment to charitable causes reflects his compassionate nature and desire to make a positive impact on the world. McGregor's foray into directing with the film "American Pastoral" (2016) demonstrated his creative vision behind the camera, further solidifying his reputation as a multi-talented artist.

With his upcoming role reprising Obi-Wan Kenobi in the highly anticipated miniseries "Obi-Wan Kenobi," McGregor continues to captivate audiences with his magnetic on-screen presence and exceptional acting abilities. His legacy as a consummate performer and philanthropist cements his status as a beloved figure in the entertainment industry, leaving an indelible mark on the world of film and beyond.

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Beauty and the Beast

Lumière

2017

A live-action adaptation of Disney's version of the classic tale of a cursed prince and a beautiful young woman who helps him break the spell.

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

Obi-Wan Kenobi (voice)

2019

The surviving Resistance faces the First Order once again as the journey of Rey, Finn and Poe Dameron continues. With the power and knowledge of generations behind them, the final battle begins.

Black Hawk Down

SPC John Grimes

2001

When U.S. Rangers and an elite Delta Force team attempt to kidnap two underlings of a Somali warlord, their Black Hawk helicopters are shot down, and the Americans suffer heavy casualties, facing intense fighting from the militia on the ground.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Obi-Wan Kenobi (voice) (uncredited)

2015

Thirty years after defeating the Galactic Empire, Han Solo and his allies face a new threat from the evil Kylo Ren and his army of Stormtroopers.

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace

Obi-Wan Kenobi

1999

Anakin Skywalker, a young slave strong with the Force, is discovered on Tatooine. Meanwhile, the evil Sith have returned, enacting their plot for revenge against the Jedi.

Robots

Rodney Copperbottom (voice)

2005

Rodney Copperbottom is a young robot inventor who dreams of making the world a better place, until the evil Ratchet takes over Bigweld Industries. Now, Rodney's dreams – and those of his friends – are in danger of becoming obsolete.

Jack the Giant Slayer

Elmont

2013

The story of an ancient war that is reignited when a young farmhand unwittingly opens a gateway between our world and a fearsome race of giants. Unleashed on the Earth for the first time in centuries, the giants strive to reclaim the land they once lost, forcing the young man, Jack into the battle of his life to stop them. Fighting for a kingdom, its people, and the love of a brave princess, he comes face to face with the unstoppable warriors he thought only existed in legend–and gets the chance to become a legend himself.

Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn)

Roman Sionis

2020

Harley Quinn joins forces with a singer, an assassin and a police detective to help a young girl who had a hit placed on her after she stole a rare diamond from a crime lord.

The Impossible

Henry Bennett

2012

In December 2004, close-knit family Maria, Henry and their three sons begin their winter vacation in Thailand. But the day after Christmas, the idyllic holiday turns into an incomprehensible nightmare when a terrifying roar rises from the depths of the sea, followed by a wall of black water that devours everything in its path. Though Maria and her family face their darkest hour, unexpected displays of kindness and courage ameliorate their terror.

Big Fish

Ed Bloom (young)

2003

Throughout his life Edward Bloom has always been a man of big appetites, enormous passions and tall tales. In his later years, he remains a huge mystery to his son, William. Now, to get to know the real man, Will begins piecing together a true picture of his father from flashbacks of his amazing adventures.

Angels & Demons

Camerlengo Patrick McKenna

2009

Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is recruited by the Vatican to investigate the apparent return of the Illuminati – a secret, underground organization – after four cardinals are kidnapped on the night of the papal conclave.

Doctor Sleep

Danny Torrance

2019

Still scarred by the trauma he endured as a child at the Overlook Hotel, Dan Torrance faces the ghosts of the past when he meets Abra, a courageous teen who desperately needs his help -- and who possesses a powerful extrasensory ability called the "shine".

Moulin Rouge!

Christian

2001

A celebration of love and creative inspiration takes place in the infamous, gaudy and glamorous Parisian nightclub, at the cusp of the 20th century. A young poet, who is plunged into the heady world of Moulin Rouge, begins a passionate affair with the club's most notorious and beautiful star.

Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio

Cricket (voice)

2022

During the rise of fascism in Mussolini's Italy, a wooden boy brought magically to life struggles to live up to his father's expectations.

Stay

Sam Foster

2005

Psychiatrist Sam Foster has a new patient, Henry Letham, who claims to be suicidal. In trying to diagnose him, Sam visits Henry's prior therapist and also finds Henry's mother -- even though Henry has said that he murdered both of his parents. As reality starts to contradict fact, Sam spirals into an unstable mental state. Then he finds a clue as to how and when Henry may try to kill himself, and races to try to stop him.

Mortdecai

Inspector Alistair Martland

2015

An art dealer, Charles Mortdecai, searches for a stolen painting rumored to contain a secret code that gains access to hidden Nazi gold.

The Island

Lincoln Six Echo / Tom Lincoln

2005

In 2019, Lincoln Six-Echo is a resident of a seemingly "Utopian" but contained facility. Like all of the inhabitants of this carefully-controlled environment, Lincoln hopes to be chosen to go to The Island — reportedly the last uncontaminated location on the planet. But Lincoln soon discovers that everything about his existence is a lie.

Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang

Rory Green

2010

Nanny McPhee appears at the door of a harried young mother who is trying to run the family farm while her husband is away at war. But once she’s arrived, Nanny discovers that the children are fighting a war of their own against two spoiled city cousins who have just moved in. Relying on everything from a flying motorcycle and a statue that comes to life to a tree-climbing piglet and a baby elephant, Nanny uses her magic to teach her mischievous charges five new lessons.

Christopher Robin

2018

Christopher Robin, the boy who had countless adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood, has grown up and lost his way. Now it’s up to his spirited and loveable stuffed animals, Winnie The Pooh, Tigger, Piglet, and the rest of the gang, to rekindle their friendship and remind him of endless days of childlike wonder and make-believe, when doing nothing was the very best something.

A Million Ways to Die in the West

Cowboy at Fair

2014

As a cowardly farmer begins to fall for the mysterious new woman in town, he must put his new-found courage to the test when her husband, a notorious gun-slinger, announces his arrival.

I Love You Phillip Morris

Phillip Morris

2010

Steven Russell leads a seemingly average life – an organ player in the local church, happily married to Debbie, and a member of the local police force. That is until he has a severe car accident that leads him to the ultimate epiphany: he’s gay and he’s going to live life to the fullest – even if he has to break the law to do it. Taking on an extravagant lifestyle, Steven turns to cons and fraud to make ends meet and is eventually sent to the State Penitentiary where he meets the love of his life, a sensitive, soft-spoken man named Phillip Morris. His devotion to freeing Phillip from jail and building the perfect life together prompts him to attempt (and often succeed at) one impossible con after another.

Perfect Sense

Michael

2011

In Glasgow, Scotland, while a mysterious pandemic begins to spread around the world, Susan, a brilliant epidemiologist, falls in love with Michael, a skillful cook.

Haywire

Kenneth

2011

A black ops soldier seeks payback after she is betrayed and left for dead.

Son of a Gun

Brendan Lynch

2014

Locked up for a minor crime, 19 year old JR quickly learns the harsh realities of prison life. Protection, if you can get it, is paramount. JR soon finds himself under the watchful eye of Australia's most notorious criminal, Brendan Lynch, but protection comes at a price.

T2 Trainspotting

Renton

2017

After 20 years abroad, Mark Renton returns to Scotland and reunites with his old friends Sick Boy, Spud and Begbie.

Emma

Frank Churchill

1996

Emma Woodhouse is a congenial young lady who delights in meddling in other people’s affairs. She is perpetually trying to unite men and women who are utterly wrong for each other. Despite her interest in romance, Emma is clueless about her own feelings, and her relationship with gentle Mr. Knightly.

Valiant

Valiant (voice)

2005

Set in 1944, Valiant is a woodland pigeon who wants to become a great hero someday. When he hears they are hiring recruits for the Royal Homing Pigeon Service, he immediately sets out for London. On the way, he meets a smelly but friendly pigeon named Bugsy, who joins him, mainly to get away from clients he cheated in a game of find-the pebble, and helps him sign up for the war.

Jane Got a Gun

John Bishop

2015

After her outlaw husband returns home shot with eight bullets and barely alive, Jane reluctantly reaches out to an ex-lover who she hasn't seen in over ten years to help her defend her farm when the time comes that her husband's gang eventually tracks him down to finish the job.

Shallow Grave

Alex Law

1994

When David, Juliet, and Alex find their new roommate dead with a large sum of money, they agree to hide the body and keep the cash. However, this newfound fortune gradually corrodes their friendship.

The Ghost Writer

The Ghost

2010

A writer stumbles upon a long-hidden secret when he agrees to help former British Prime Minister Adam Lang complete his memoirs on a remote island after the politician's assistant drowns in a mysterious accident.

Stormbreaker

Ian Rider

2006

Alex Rider thinks he is a normal school boy, until his uncle is killed. He discovers that his uncle was actually spy on a mission, when he was killed. Alex is recruited by Alan Blunt to continue the mission. He is sent to Cornwall to investigate a new computer system, which Darrius Sayle has created. He plans to give the new computer systems to every school in the country, but Mr. Blunt has other ideas and Alex must find out what it is.

Beginners

Oliver Fields

2011

Oliver meets the irreverent and unpredictable Anna only months after his father Hal Fields has passed away. This new love floods Oliver with memories of his father, who, following the death of his wife of 44 years, came out of the closet at age 75 to live a full, energized, and wonderfully tumultuous gay life – which included a younger boyfriend.

Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return

Self - Obi-Wan Kenobi / Executive Producer

2022

This special explores the return of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker to the screen, as well as Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen to their classic roles. Director Deborah Chow leads the cast and crew as they create new heroes and villains that live alongside new incarnations of beloved Star Wars characters, and an epic story that dramatically bridges the saga films.

Eye of the Beholder

Stephen Wilson

1999

A reclusive surveillance expert is hired to spy on a mysterious blackmailer, who just may be a serial killer.

Our Kind of Traitor

Perry Makepeace

2016

A young Oxford academic and his attorney girlfriend holiday in Morocco. They bump into a Russian millionaire who owns a peninsula and a diamond watch. He wants a game of tennis. What else he wants propels the lovers on a tortuous journey to the City of London and its unholy alliance with Britain's intelligence establishment, to Paris and the Alps.

Down with Love

Catcher Block

2003

In 1962 New York City, love blossoms between a playboy journalist and a feminist advice author.

Rogue Trader

Nick Leeson

1999

Rogue Trader tells the true story of Nick Leeson, an employee of Barings Bank who--after a successful trading run--ends up accumulating $1.4 billion in losses hidden in account #88888.

August: Osage County

Bill Fordham

2013

An intense look at the lives of the strong-willed daughters of the Weston family, whose paths have diverged until a family crisis brings them back to the Midwest house they grew up in, and to the dysfunctional mother who raised them.

The Men Who Stare at Goats

Bob Wilton

2009

A reporter in Iraq might just have the story of a lifetime when he meets Lyn Cassady, a guy who claims to be a former member of the U.S. Army's New Earth Army, a unit that employs paranormal powers in their missions.

American Pastoral

Swede Levov

2016

Set in postwar America, a man watches his seemingly perfect life fall apart as his daughter's new political affiliation threatens to destroy their family.

Miss Potter

Norman Warne

2006

Beatrix Potter, the author of the beloved children's book "The Tale of Peter Rabbit", struggles for love, happiness and success.

Velvet Goldmine

Curt Wild

1998

Almost a decade since larger-than-life glam-rock enigma Brian Slade disappeared from public eye, an investigative journalist is on assignment to uncover the truth behind his former idol.

Produkce

American Pastoral

Director

2016

Set in postwar America, a man watches his seemingly perfect life fall apart as his daughter's new political affiliation threatens to destroy their family.