Forbes Masson
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- January 1, 1963 in Falkirk, Scotland, UK
- Active Years
- 1986–2024 (39 Years)
- Total Credits
- 25 credits in database
Biography
Forbes Robertson Masson is a Scottish actor and writer born on 17 August 1963 in Falkirk. He serves as an Associate Artist with the Royal Shakespeare Company. His professional career includes performances in classical theatre, musicals, and comedies, as well as appearances in London's West End. Masson is recognized for his comedy partnership with Alan Cumming, with whom he created the Scottish situation comedy The High Life. In that series, Masson and Cumming portrayed the lead characters Steve McCracken and Sebastian Flight, who were based on the duo's earlier comedy alter-egos, Victor and Barry. Additionally, Masson appeared on the television series EastEnders, where he played the role of a maths teacher named Rod Morris.
Career overview
Forbes Robertson Masson is a Scottish actor and writer born on August 17, 1963, in Falkirk. He is an Associate Artist with the Royal Shakespeare Company and has built a career spanning classical theatre, musicals, and comedies, including numerous appearances in London's West End. In his early professional life, Masson considered entering the family gravestone business before choosing to attend drama school. During his training, he met Alan Cumming, establishing a long-standing comedy partnership.
Masson is recognized for his television work, including his role as the maths teacher Rod Morris on the series EastEnders. Alongside Cumming, he co-wrote and starred in the Scottish situation comedy The High Life. In this series, the pair portrayed the lead characters Steve McCracken and Sebastian Flight, roles that were heavily based on their established Scottish comedy alter-egos, Victor and Barry. Throughout his career, Masson has maintained a diverse portfolio of stage and screen credits.
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Full Filmography
25 titles- Only Child (2024)
- CBeebies Presents: As You Like It at Shakespeare's Globe (2023) as Duke Frederick
- The Road Dance (2022) as Minister MacIver
- Royal Mob (2022) as Louis IV Grand Duke of Hesse and By Rhine 'ludwig'/Ludwig
- Ooh the Banter! (2022) as Self (archive footage)
- Crime (2021) as Baxter Mcclelland
- The Merry Wives of Windsor - Live at Shakespeare's Globe (2019) as George Page
- The Crown (2016) as Duncan Muir
- Father Brown (2013) as Reverend Willard
- Shetland (2013) as Reg Gilbert
- RSC Live: As You Like It (2010) as Jacques
- No Holds Bard (2009) as Cronie McKay
- If You Can't Stand the Heat (2004)
- Gypsy Woman (2002) as The Coroner
- Monarch of the Glen (2000) as Campbell McCrory
- The Young Person's Guide to Becoming a Rock Star (1998) as Art Stilton
- Is It Bill Bailey? (1998) as Various Roles
- The Game (1998) as Jimmy
- Hamish Macbeth (1995) as Tam Flood
- The High Life (1994) as Steve McCracken
- The High Life (1994) Writer
- The High Life (1994) Creator
- Red Dwarf (1988) as Stan Laurel
- Loser's Blues (1987)
- City Lights (1986) as Crawford Minty
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Forbes Masson best known for?
Forbes Masson is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Road Dance (2022), The Crown (2016), Father Brown (2013), Shetland (2013).
When and where was Forbes Masson born?
Forbes Masson was born on January 1, 1963 in Falkirk, Scotland, UK.
How many credits does Forbes Masson have?
Forbes Masson has accumulated over 25 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1986 to 2024.
What is Forbes Masson's background in cinema and television?
Forbes Robertson Masson is a Scottish actor and writer born on 17 August 1963 in Falkirk. He serves as an Associate Artist with the Royal Shakespeare Company. His professional career includes performances in classical theatre, musicals, and comedies, as well as appearances in London's West End. Masson is recognized for...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Crown (2016) as Duncan Muir — aged about 53
- Red Dwarf (1988) as Stan Laurel — aged about 25
- Hamish Macbeth (1995) as Tam Flood — aged about 32
- Father Brown (2013) as Reverend Willard — aged about 50
- Shetland (2013) as Reg Gilbert — aged about 50
- Monarch of the Glen (2000) as Campbell McCrory — aged about 37
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