Bruce Mackinnon

Acting

Bruce Mackinnon

Born October 17, 1978 · Esher, Surrey, England, UK (age 47)

Bruce Mackinnon (born 17 October 1978) is an actor and writer who has appeared in various television programmes and films. Mackinnon was born in Esher, Surrey and was educated at Eton College, before studying drama at The University of Manchester. He began his career in the comedy duo "Mat and Mackinnon" with Mathew Horne. MacKinnon has starred in tv shows such as The Office (UK TV series), The C…

Known For

Black BagBlack Bag · 2025
Black Bag
★ 6.42025
MovieDramaMystery
When intelligence agent Kathryn Woodhouse is suspected of betraying the nation, her husband – also a legendary agent – faces the ultimate test of whether to be loyal to his marriage, or his country.
Bohemian RhapsodyBohemian Rhapsody · 2018
Bohemian Rhapsody
★ 7.92018
MovieMusicDrama
Singer Freddie Mercury, guitarist Brian May, drummer Roger Taylor and bass guitarist John Deacon take the music world by storm when they form the rock 'n' roll band Queen in 1970. Hit songs become instant classics. When Mercury's increasingly wild lifestyle starts to spiral out of control, Queen soon faces its greatest challenge yet – finding a way to keep the band together amid the success and excess.
Guardians of the GalaxyGuardians of the Galaxy · 2014
Guardians of the Galaxy
★ 7.92014
MovieActionScience Fiction
Light years from Earth, 26 years after being abducted, Peter Quill finds himself the prime target of a manhunt after discovering an orb wanted by Ronan the Accuser.
The DuchessThe Duchess · 2008
The Duchess
★ 7.02008
MovieDramaHistory
A chronicle of the life of 18th century aristocrat Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, who was reviled for her extravagant political and personal life.
The MercyThe Mercy · 2018
The Mercy
★ 5.92018
MovieDramaAdventure
In 1968, Donald Crowhurst, an amateur sailor, endangers the fate of his family and business, and his own life, blinded by his ambition to compete in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Race, attempting to become the first person in history to single-handedly circumnavigate the world without making any stopover.
Vanity FairVanity Fair · 2004
Vanity Fair
★ 5.82004
MovieDramaRomance
In early 19th century England, orphaned Becky Sharp defies her poverty-stricken background and ascends the social ladder alongside her best friend.
The Last DragonslayerThe Last Dragonslayer · 2016
The Last Dragonslayer
★ 5.82016
MovieAdventureFantasy
In a fantasy world where magic is being superceded by technology, an orphaned teen discovers her destiny to become a dragonslayer.
United PassionsUnited Passions · 2014
United Passions
★ 3.52014
MovieDrama
An epic, untold story that brings to life the inspiring saga of the World Cup and the three determined men who created it. Driven by their vision and passion, three men, overcame their doubts and fought obstacles and scandals to make the World Cup a reality. Spanning the tumultuous 20th Century, this timeless saga celebrates the event that became the most popular sporting event in the world.

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Silky HotelSilky Hotel · 2021
Silky Hotel
★ 7.02021
MovieComedyRomance
From the billowing gauze of The Meatloaf Suite to the twinkling lights on The Kem & Amber terrace, every detail of Silky Hotel has been designed with obsessive care by romance gurus Jim and Barbara. This is the only hotel where you'll find the original tent peg from Brokeback Mountain and the air is infused with the delicate aroma of oysters. Prepare to smell the love. But Silky Hotel is in trouble. Guests don't turn up like they used to, and unbeknownst to Jim, the debt collectors are closing in. In a last-ditch effort to save Silky's, Barbara takes a punt on an advert from the local paper: 'TV SHOW WANTS THE WORLD'S MOST ROMANTIC HOTEL.' When flashy producer Coral arrives, Jim and Barbara must wrangle their motley crew of staff to ensure they make it onto TV. If they fail, it'll be check-out time at Silky Hotel - for good.

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Lead BalloonLead Balloon · 2006
Lead Balloon
★ 7.62006
SeriesComedy
Lead Balloon is a British television series produced by Open Mike Productions for BBC Four. The series was created and is co-written by comedian Jack Dee and Pete Sinclair. It stars Dee as Rick Spleen, a cynical and misanthropic comedian whose life is plagued by petty annoyances, disappointments and embarrassments. Raquel Cassidy, Sean Power and Tony Gardner also star. The first series of six episodes was broadcast on BBC Four in 2006, with the first episode achieving the highest ratings for a comedy on the channel. Repeats of the series were run on BBC Two and BBC HD, bringing it to a larger audience. A second series of eight episodes aired on BBC Two in November 2007, and a third series began airing in November 2008. A fourth and final series commenced broadcast on 31 May 2011 on BBC Two and ended on 5 July. Comparisons were made by critics to the successful American comedy Curb Your Enthusiasm, and positive comments were made about Lead Balloon's characters, particularly Magda, the Eastern European housekeeper. The first series was released on DVD in November 2007. The show's theme tune is a cover version of "One Way Road", written by Noel Gallagher and performed by Paul Weller.