John Gordon Sinclair

Acting

John Gordon Sinclair

Born February 4, 1962 · Glasgow, Scotland, UK (age 64)

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. John Gordon Sinclair (born 1962, Glasgow) is a Scottish actor most famous for playing Gregory in Gregory's Girl. He was born as Gordon John but took the stage name 'John Gordon Sinclair' because Equity already had a Gordon John registered. He joined Glasgow's Youth Theatre after he visited one night and met fellow fan of Canadian progressive rock group Rush…

Known For

World War ZWorld War Z · 2013
World War Z
6.82013
MovieActionHorror
Life for former United Nations investigator Gerry Lane and his family seems content. Suddenly, the world is plagued by a mysterious infection turning whole human populations into rampaging mindless zombies. After barely escaping the chaos, Lane is persuaded to go on a mission to investigate this disease. What follows is a perilous trek around the world where Lane must brave horrific dangers and long odds to find answers before human civilization falls.
Erik the VikingErik the Viking · 1989
Erik the Viking
5.91989
MovieAdventureFantasy
Erik the Viking gathers warriors from his village and sets out on a dangerous journey to Valhalla, to ask the gods to end the Age of Ragnorok and allow his people to see sunlight again. A Pythonesque satire of Viking life.
Roman RoadRoman Road · 2004
Roman Road
2004
MovieTV MovieComedy
Vince is a writer who suddenly decides to visit his old college friend Matt (who knows more than a bit about map-reading) to join him on an expedition. They both set off to walk the Roman road from Chichester to London, but it doesn't take long for it to become apparent that they're being chased by a mystery man in a fast car. It seems Vince has something in his backpack that someone wants very badly indeed.
Local HeroLocal Hero · 1983
Local Hero
6.81983
MovieComedyDrama
An American oil company sends a man to Scotland to buy up an entire village where they want to build a refinery. But things don't go as expected.
My Summer With DesMy Summer With Des · 1998
My Summer With Des
5.81998
MovieComedyRomance
Romantic comedy set during the European football championships in 1996, where football fan Martin finds his life is going from bad to worse after losing his job and splitting up with his girlfriend. However, as the football tournament progresses his luck begins to turn, firstly because of England's successes on the pitch, and secondly because of his encounter with a mysterious woman.
James Bond Down RiverJames Bond Down River · 2000
James Bond Down River
5.02000
MovieDocumentary
Promotional documentary filmed at the London East End Docklands area and River Thames for the filming of the opening boat chase for The World Is Not Enough (1999).
Gregory's GirlGregory's Girl · 1980
Gregory's Girl
6.81980
MovieComedyRomance
A teenager falls hard for the female soccer player who has replaced him on the team and attempts to pursue her.
Diana and IDiana and I · 2017
Diana and I
7.12017
MovieDramaTV Movie
In the week that follows Princess Diana's tragic death on 31 August 1997, four separate stories unfold as four ordinary lives are all affected in different ways in this commemorative drama from writer Jeremy Brock and director Peter Cattaneo.

Movies

World War ZWorld War Z · 2013
World War Z
6.82013
MovieActionHorror
Life for former United Nations investigator Gerry Lane and his family seems content. Suddenly, the world is plagued by a mysterious infection turning whole human populations into rampaging mindless zombies. After barely escaping the chaos, Lane is persuaded to go on a mission to investigate this disease. What follows is a perilous trek around the world where Lane must brave horrific dangers and long odds to find answers before human civilization falls.
Erik the VikingErik the Viking · 1989
Erik the Viking
5.91989
MovieAdventureFantasy
Erik the Viking gathers warriors from his village and sets out on a dangerous journey to Valhalla, to ask the gods to end the Age of Ragnorok and allow his people to see sunlight again. A Pythonesque satire of Viking life.
Roman RoadRoman Road · 2004
Roman Road
2004
MovieTV MovieComedy
Vince is a writer who suddenly decides to visit his old college friend Matt (who knows more than a bit about map-reading) to join him on an expedition. They both set off to walk the Roman road from Chichester to London, but it doesn't take long for it to become apparent that they're being chased by a mystery man in a fast car. It seems Vince has something in his backpack that someone wants very badly indeed.
Local HeroLocal Hero · 1983
Local Hero
6.81983
MovieComedyDrama
An American oil company sends a man to Scotland to buy up an entire village where they want to build a refinery. But things don't go as expected.
My Summer With DesMy Summer With Des · 1998
My Summer With Des
5.81998
MovieComedyRomance
Romantic comedy set during the European football championships in 1996, where football fan Martin finds his life is going from bad to worse after losing his job and splitting up with his girlfriend. However, as the football tournament progresses his luck begins to turn, firstly because of England's successes on the pitch, and secondly because of his encounter with a mysterious woman.
James Bond Down RiverJames Bond Down River · 2000
James Bond Down River
5.02000
MovieDocumentary
Promotional documentary filmed at the London East End Docklands area and River Thames for the filming of the opening boat chase for The World Is Not Enough (1999).
Gregory's GirlGregory's Girl · 1980
Gregory's Girl
6.81980
MovieComedyRomance
A teenager falls hard for the female soccer player who has replaced him on the team and attempts to pursue her.
Diana and IDiana and I · 2017
Diana and I
7.12017
MovieDramaTV Movie
In the week that follows Princess Diana's tragic death on 31 August 1997, four separate stories unfold as four ordinary lives are all affected in different ways in this commemorative drama from writer Jeremy Brock and director Peter Cattaneo.
Britannia HospitalBritannia Hospital · 1982
Britannia Hospital
6.31982
MovieComedyScience Fiction
Britannia Hospital, an esteemed English institution, is marking its gala anniversary with a visit by the Queen Mother herself. But when investigative reporter Mick Travis arrives to cover the celebration, he finds the hospital under siege by striking workers, ruthless unions, violent demonstrators, racist aristocrats, an African cannibal dictator, and sinister human experiments.
Nico, 1988Nico, 1988 · 2017
Nico, 1988
6.72017
MovieDramaMusic
Approaching age 50, singer/songwriter Nico leads a solitary existence, far from her days as a Warhol superstar and celebrated vocalist for the Velvet Underground in the 1960s. Her life and career on the fringes, Nico's new manager convinces her to hit the road again and tour in Europe to promote her latest album. She longs to rebuild a relationship with her son, whose custody she lost long ago.
Miss MarxMiss Marx · 2020
Miss Marx
5.92020
MovieDramaHistory
In her public persona, Eleanor “Tussy” Marx was a translator, actress, a children’s rights activist and a persuasive labour organizer, a tireless powerhouse determined to carry on her father’s work. She held her own with twentieth century gods, including both her father and his colleague Engels. In her privately life, however, she was vulnerable and her attraction to the self-indulgent and self-important Edward Aveling led her into misery and ultimately proved fatal.
Raspberry RippleRaspberry Ripple · 1986
Raspberry Ripple
8.01986
MovieTV MovieComedy
A clever paraplegic man, haunted by visions of imaginary gangsters, becomes desperate to leave the "cripple" facility he's stuck in. To get out, he must outwit the facility's matron and the constant surveillance of one of his fellows.
The Brylcreem BoysThe Brylcreem Boys · 1996
The Brylcreem Boys
4.41996
MovieDramaRomance
In 1941, as part of an effort to remain strictly neutral, the Dublin government made a deal with both Berlin and London whereby any soldier, sailor or pilot captured on Irish soil, whether of German or Allied forces, would be interned for the duration of the war. What the Irish failed to tell was that they would intern everybody in the same camp. It is here that Canadian pilot Miles Keogh and German pilot Rudolph Von Stegenbeck meet after a fight in which both their planes were downed.
The World of Peter Rabbit and Friends: The Tale of Samuel Whiskers or The Roly-Poly PuddingThe World of Peter Rabbit and Friends: The Tale of Samuel Whiskers or The Roly-Poly Pudding · 1993
The World of Peter Rabbit and Friends: The Tale of Samuel Whiskers or The Roly-Poly Pudding
1993
MovieActionAnimation
"The World of Peter Rabbit and Friends", episode 3. While hiding from his mother Tabitha, Tom Kitten got caught by two rats who wants to turn him into a nice pudding.
Walter and JuneWalter and June · 1983
Walter and June
6.71983
MovieDramaTV Movie
Sequel to the TV film "Walter". In the United States, the two films have been released together on DVD as a package, called "Loving Walter".
Your Cheatin' HeartYour Cheatin' Heart · 1990
Your Cheatin' Heart
8.01990
MovieMusicComedy
In this fondly remembered mini series John Byrne, creator of Tutti Frutti, explores the country music scene in an unsentimental portrait of Glaswegian life and culture. Local food and wine correspondent Frank McClusky falls in love with waitress Cissie Crouch. Unfortunately for him, she’s the wife of a convict, who is serving time for a crime he didn’t commit. As Frank’s life becomes more embroiled with Cissie’s he goes on a mission to track down the guilty men.
Rubbadubbers: Splish! Splash! Splosh!Rubbadubbers: Splish! Splash! Splosh! · 2005
Rubbadubbers: Splish! Splash! Splosh!
2005
MovieAnimationComedy
This film was created from 5 episodes from Rubbadubbers (2003-2005), condensed into a single film.
Rubbadubbers: Tubb's Pirate TreasureRubbadubbers: Tubb's Pirate Treasure · 2004
Rubbadubbers: Tubb's Pirate Treasure
2004
MovieAnimationComedy
TUBB THE PIRATE: Tubb wishes he were brave. If only he were a pirate! TERENCE OF ARABIA: Terence does not like being splashed! If only he were someplace dry like the desert! SPLOSHY OF THE ARCTIC: Cooling off in the bathroom on a hot day sounds great to everyone except Sploshy! SUPER AMELIA: Wishing for superpowers, Amelia finds herself training to be a superhero, competing against Fintastic Finbar! DEEP SEA REG: Reg wants to play underwater games with his friends.
Gregory's Two GirlsGregory's Two Girls · 1999
Gregory's Two Girls
4.81999
MovieComedy
Twenty years after his teenage crush on a football-mad schoolgirl, Gregory is back at his old school, teaching English. When two of his pupils uncover evil practices at a local factory they want their teacher to help them expose the wrong-doer, who happens to be Greg's old schoolfriend.
Rubbadubbers: Bathtime Scramble!Rubbadubbers: Bathtime Scramble! · 2004
Rubbadubbers: Bathtime Scramble!
2004
MovieAnimationComedy
A condensation of 4 episodes and 3 shorts from Rubbadubbers (2003-2005) that lend the characters to hastily prepare for bathtime.
The Many Lives of Albert WalkerThe Many Lives of Albert Walker · 2002
The Many Lives of Albert Walker
10.02002
MovieThriller
After killing his English partner, a Canadian businessman assumes his identity. Things begin to fall apart for him when the murdered man's body is found.
Self CateringSelf Catering · 1994
Self Catering
8.51994
MovieTV Movie
Alan Bleasdale's star-studded comedy/drama about the lives of five plane crash survivors stranded together on a deserted island. Starring Jane Horrocks, John Gordon Sinclair, Jennifer Ehle, Noreen Kershaw and Andrew Schofield. When a plane crashes, five very different survivors find themselves trapped together on an apparently deserted, idyllic island. Everyone else has been killed except for the five survivors that emerge from the wreckage, one unconscious. One of these people, a dedicated film-lover, makes light of their perilous situation by comparing it to countless movie plots. This leads the survivors to start their lives afresh, taking on the names and personalities of famous movie stars to cope in their interactions with each other, which leads to many hilarious and erotic encounters.
That Sinking FeelingThat Sinking Feeling · 1980
That Sinking Feeling
6.21980
MovieComedyDrama
Ronnie, Wal, Andy and Vic are four bored, unemployed teens in dreary, rainy Glasgow. Ronnie comes up with a great idea. He has noticed that stainless steel sinks are worth a lot of money and comes up with a complicated scheme: to steal sinks from a warehouse dressed as girls and using a stop-motion-potion.
The Girl in the PictureThe Girl in the Picture · 1986
The Girl in the Picture
5.21986
MovieComedyRomance
Alan and Mary are pretty miserable together and split up. As a very presentable Glaswegian photographer, Alan soon has chances to find consolation elsewhere, but more and more thinks of Mary. She, however, seems a lot less keen to try again.

TV Shows

Death in ParadiseDeath in Paradise · 2011
Death in Paradise
7.52011
SeriesComedyCrime
A brilliant but idiosyncratic British detective and his resourceful local team solve baffling murder mysteries on the fictional Caribbean island of Saint Marie.
WoganWogan · 1982
Wogan
5.31982
Series
Chat show hosted by Terry Wogan, featuring live studio interviews with famous and notable personalities.
Agatha Christie's MarpleAgatha Christie's Marple · 2004
Agatha Christie's Marple
7.82004
SeriesDramaCrime
The adventures of Miss Jane Marple, an elderly spinster living in the quiet little village of St Mary Mead. During her many visits to friends and relatives in other villages, Miss Marple often stumbles upon mysterious murders which she helps solve. Although the police are sometimes reluctant to accept Miss Marple's help, her reputation and unparalleled powers of observation eventually win them over.
BergeracBergerac · 1981
Bergerac
6.71981
SeriesDrama
Jim Bergerac is a detective sergeant in The Foreigners Office who likes to do things his own way. While dealing with his own personal demons Bergerac has a knack of finding trouble, and sometimes causing it.
McDonald & DoddsMcDonald & Dodds · 2020
McDonald & Dodds
7.62020
SeriesDramaMystery
Two detectives, DCI McDonald and DS Dodds, who seemingly have nothing in common, are thrown together and forge a rumbustious friendship and entertaining partnership.
Murder in MindMurder in Mind · 2001
Murder in Mind
8.32001
SeriesDramaCrime
A series of self-contained stories, each recounting a murder scene as seen from the chilling viewpoint of the killer. Explore the inner workings of a criminal's brain, revealing humanity at its darkest.
Scot SquadScot Squad · 2014
Scot Squad
6.82014
SeriesComedyCrime
Mockumentary comedy series following the life of scottish police officers from different areas of the force in a fly on the wall style.
SiblingsSiblings · 2014
Siblings
6.12014
SeriesComedy
Each week, through their own selfishness and idiocy, we see Hannah and Dan — the worst brother and sister in the world — spectacularly wreck the lives of those around them — old friends, love interests, family members, and the unlucky individuals who just happen to cross their paths.
TracesTraces · 2019
Traces
6.32019
SeriesMysteryCrime
Set against the stunning Scottish landscape in and around Dundee, three compelling female characters — Emma Hedges, Prof. Sarah Gordon and Prof. Kathy Torrance — join forces to uncover the truth about an unsolved murder case that's very close to home.
The World of Peter Rabbit and FriendsThe World of Peter Rabbit and Friends · 1992
The World of Peter Rabbit and Friends
6.41992
SeriesAnimationFamily
Nine animated stories based on the original Peter Rabbit books by Beatrix Potter.
Frank Stubbs PromotesFrank Stubbs Promotes · 1993
Frank Stubbs Promotes
7.51993
SeriesComedy
Frank Stubbs (Timothy Spall) is a down-at-heel ticket tout with grand ideas. He has an ambition to become a 'high class' promoter of famous and talented performers. In reality, his ambitions tend to outstrip his capabilities.
RubbadubbersRubbadubbers · 2003
Rubbadubbers
7.42003
SeriesAnimation
The Rubbadubbers are fun-loving bath toys who spring to life when nobody's looking. When they're not splashing about in the bathroom, they imagine themselves in fantastical adventures where they live out their wishes… and their possible consequences.
Ill BehaviourIll Behaviour · 2017
Ill Behaviour
7.12017
SeriesComedy
Comedy thriller about three friends who embark on a journey that takes them to the extremes of their friendship, crossing every boundary imaginable to save a life.
Fetch the VetFetch the Vet · 2000
Fetch the Vet
2000
SeriesAnimation
Fetch the Vet is a British stop motion children's television programme created by Gail Penston and Stephen Thraves. 26 episodes were produced by Cosgrove Hall Films, Flextech Television, and London Weekend Television for ITV's children's strand CITV. The show concerned Tom Fetch, who lived in the countryside working as a vet and was respected by everyone because of his duties to help cure injured or sick animals
Snakes and LaddersSnakes and Ladders · 1989
Snakes and Ladders
7.01989
SeriesComedy
In the future (1999), the UK is subdivided into two regions by barbed wire and border patrols. Northern Britain is cold, bleak and impoverished, while sunny South Britain is a place of relative luxury. When Lord Tewkesbury, the owner of rich conglomerate, decides his son Giles needs more real-life experience, he arranged for Giles to work under an assumed name. Unfortunately, this results in Giles being sent to North Britain to do menial labor, while previously impoverished Gavin is transferred to sunny South Britain.
Loved by YouLoved by You · 1997
Loved by You
5.51997
SeriesComedy
Adaptation of US sitcom Mad About You, about a documentary maker with dodgy track record and his far more successful wife.
Your Cheatin' HeartYour Cheatin' Heart · 1990
Your Cheatin' Heart
6.01990
SeriesComedyDrama
In this fondly remembered mini series John Byrne, creator of Tutti Frutti, explores the country music scene in an unsentimental portrait of Glaswegian life and culture. Local food and wine correspondent Frank McClusky falls in love with waitress Cissie Crouch. Unfortunately for him, she’s the wife of a convict, who is serving time for a crime he didn’t commit. As Frank’s life becomes more embroiled with Cissie’s he goes on a mission to track down the guilty men.
An Actor's Life for MeAn Actor's Life for Me · 1991
An Actor's Life for Me
7.01991
SeriesComedy
Robert Neilson has ambitions to play Hamlet but will do most acting work. His fiancée, Sue, and agent, Desmond, gently encourage his aspirations.