as Val-El
Ian McElhinney
33 movies
Acting
Aug 19, 1948
Belfast, Northern Ireland
Ian McElhinney, born on August 19, 1948, is a distinguished actor and director hailing from Northern Ireland. With a career that has extended over four decades, he has made significant contributions to television, featuring in numerous acclaimed series. His noteworthy performances include roles in productions such as Taggart, Hornblower, Cold Feet, and The Tudors.
In more recent years, McElhinney has gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Barristan Selmy in the celebrated series Game of Thrones. Additionally, he has captivated audiences as Morgan Monroe in The Fall and as Granda Joe in the popular comedy Derry Girls. His versatility and talent have solidified his status as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, and he continues to be admired for his work in both dramatic and comedic roles.
Filmography
as Edward Butler
Rebellion
2016
as Father Timothy
Mrs Wilson
2018
as Johannes Kleiman
A Small Light
2023
as Adam Corry
Bloodlands (2021)
2021
as Granda Joe
Derry Girls
2018
as Sam Dryson
High Country
2024
as Sir Henry Carlton
Titanic: Blood and Steel
2012
as Lance
Kat & Alfie: Redwater
2017
Small Faces
1996
as Joe Cassidy
The Playboys
1992
as Tom Malcolmson
The Last Rifleman
2023
as Eamon
Bad Day for the Cut
2017
City of Ember
2008
as Rory O'Suaird
The Journey (2017)
2017
as Self
To Be Frank Carson
2017
as Groom
Angel (1982)
1982
as Captain Hammond
Hornblower: Loyalty
2003
as Captain Hammond
Hornblower: The Examination for Lieutenant
1998
A Prayer for the Dying
1987
as D.I. McKie
Sacrifice (2016)
2016
as Ivan
Triage
2009
as Sean
An Old Fashioned Christmas
2010
as Priest
Dave Allen at Peace
2018
Hamlet (1996)
1996
as Major Cussen
Wodehouse In Exile
2013
as Captain Hammond
Hornblower: Retribution
2001
as Freddie Clarke
A Patch of Fog
2015
as Priest
Leap Year (2010)
2010
as Mr. Shawcross