Alastair Mackenzie
Biography
Alastair Mackenzie is a Scottish actor born in 1970 in Trinafour, near Perth. He was educated at Westbourne House School and Glenalmond College in Perthshire. Mackenzie left home at the age of 18 and moved to London. He is known for his work in television and film, including a role in the BBC drama Monarch of the Glen. Mackenzie is also involved in theatre and has credits to his name. He co-founded Sigma Films with his brother, director David Mackenzie. Mackenzie lives in Islington with his wife, Scottish actress Susan Vidler, and has a daughter, Martha, born in February 2000.
Career overview
Alastair Mackenzie is a Scottish actor. He was born in 1970 in Trinafour, near Perth and educated at Westbourne House School and Glenalmond College in Perthshire. Mackenzie left home at the age of 18 and moved to London.
Mackenzie has appeared in various productions, including a role as the young laird Archie MacDonald in the BBC drama Monarch of the Glen. He has also worked in theatre and has film credits to his name. Mackenzie co-founded Sigma Films with his brother, director David Mackenzie.
Mackenzie is married to Scottish actress Susan Vidler, with whom he has a daughter, Martha, born in February 2000. He lives in Islington with his family. Mackenzie's career spans multiple mediums, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
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56 titles- The Bombing of Pan Am 103 (2025) as Alastair Campbell QC
- Andor (2022) as Perrin Fertha
- Granite Harbour (2022) as Richard Loughty
- The Deal (2022) as Michael
- Andor: A Disney+ Day Special Look (2022) as Perrin Fertha (archive footage) (uncredited)
- Vigil (2021) as Anthony Chapman
- Backdraft 2 (2019) as Captain White
- Outlaw King (2018) as John Strathbogie, Earl of Atholl
- Peterloo (2018) as General Sir John Byng
- The Loch (2017) as Craig Petrie
- The Crown (2016) as Richard Aylard
- 93 Days (2016) as Dr. David Brett-Major
- Redistributors (2016) as Michael Manning
- Terminally Happy (2016) as Louis
- Unforgotten (2015) as John Bentley
- Wolf Hall (2015) as William Brereton
- A.D. The Bible Continues (2015) as James le Juste
- Hampstead Theatre At Home: Tiger Country (2014) as John
- Dracula (2013) as Lord Rothcroft
- Company of Heroes (2013) as Chambliss
- The Sweeter Side of Life (2013) as Benny Christophe
- Taken: The Search for Sophie Parker (2013) as Ambassador Hillman
- Death in Paradise (2011) as Ewan Boyd
- Black Mirror (2011) as Martin
- Perfect Sense (2011) as Virologist
- You Instead (2011) as Mark
- Monster Mutt (2011) as Monty
- Borgen (2010) as Jeremy Welsh
- Moving On (2009) as Mick
- The Mentalist (2008) as Dr. Royston Daniel
- Murdoch Mysteries (2008) as Inspector Edward Scanlon
- The Edge of Love (2008) as Anthony Devas
- New Town Killers (2008) as Jamie Stewart
- Skins (2007) as Gregory McGuinness
- Lewis (2007) as Sebastian Anderson
- M.I. High (2007) as Bruce Boardman
- Reichenbach Falls (2007) as Jack Harvey
- The Shell Seekers (2007) as Richard
- Ancient Rome: The Rise and Fall of an Empire (2006) as Athaulf
- Snuff-Movie (2005) as Justin / Andy / Freddy / Peter
- Agatha Christie's Marple (2004) as Colonel Hillingdon
- Strange (2003) as Rich
- The Last Great Wilderness (2002) as Charlie
- The Last Great Wilderness (2002) Screenplay
- Monarch of the Glen (2000) as Archie MacDonald
- Psychos (1999) as Dr 'Shug' Nevin
- Fragile (1999)
- Horsehair (1998)
- Midsomer Murders (1997) as Felix Lancaster
- Hamish Macbeth (1995) as Gavin Robb
- Mouth to Mouth (1995) as Oswaldo (as Sam MacKenzie)
- Dragonworld (1994) as John McGowan
- Soldier Soldier (1991) as Tim
- Agatha Christie's Poirot (1989) as Ferguson
- Lovejoy (1986) as Freddy
- Object Permanence as Barry
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Alastair Mackenzie best known for?
Alastair Mackenzie is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Bombing of Pan Am 103 (2025), Andor (2022), Granite Harbour (2022), Vigil (2021).
When and where was Alastair Mackenzie born?
Alastair Mackenzie was born on January 1, 1970 in Trinafour, Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK.
How many credits does Alastair Mackenzie have?
Alastair Mackenzie has accumulated over 56 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1986 to 2025.
What is Alastair Mackenzie's background in cinema and television?
Alastair Mackenzie is a Scottish actor born in 1970 in Trinafour, near Perth. He was educated at Westbourne House School and Glenalmond College in Perthshire. Mackenzie left home at the age of 18 and moved to London. He is known for his work in television and film, including a role in the BBC drama Monarch of the Glen....