Fulton Mackay
Biography
William Fulton Beith Mackay, who also used the name Fulton Mackay OBE, was a Scottish actor and playwright. Born on August 12, 1922, in Paisley, Scotland, United Kingdom, he lived until June 6, 1987, passing away at the age of 64. He is best known for his acting work, specifically for his role as prison officer Mr Mackay in the 1970s television sitcom Porridge. Throughout his career, he accumulated eighty-three known acting credits on film and television. His professional background encompassed both performing as an actor and writing as a playwright.
Career overview
Fulton Mackay OBE, whose birth name was William Fulton Beith Mackay, was a Scottish actor and playwright. Born in Paisley, Scotland, United Kingdom, on August 12, 1922, he built a substantial body of work in the entertainment industry, accumulating 83 known acting credits during his career.
He is best known for his role as prison officer Mr Mackay in the 1970s television sitcom Porridge. Throughout his professional life, he established himself as a recognizable television and film personality, contributing to numerous projects as documented across his acting portfolio.
Fulton Mackay passed away on June 6, 1987, at the age of 64. His legacy in television and theatre remains anchored by his enduring contributions to Scottish and British entertainment, particularly his memorable performance in Porridge.
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92 titles- Comedy Classics: Porridge (2022) as (archive footage)
- Hitler: The Comedy Years (2007) as Mr. Mackay (archive footage) (uncredited)
- A Wreath of Roses (1987) as Morgan Beddoes
- Lovejoy (1986) as Luciano
- Defence of the Realm (1986) as Victor Kingsbrook
- Feller By The Name Of... (1986) as Police Inspector
- Dreamchild (1985) as Gryphon (voice)
- Water (1985) as Eric
- A Sense of Freedom (1985) as Inspector Davidson
- Mann's Best Friends (1985) as Hamish James Ordway
- Diana (1984) as Blackier
- To Catch a King (1984) as Hitler
- Night Train to Murder (1984) as Mackay
- Sleepwalker (1984) as Restaurant Proprietor
- Fraggle Rock (1983)
- Local Hero (1983) as Ben Knox
- Fraggle Rock: Live by the Rule of the Rock (1983) as The Captain (UK version)
- Ill Fares the Land (1983)
- Britannia Hospital (1982) as Chief Superintendant Johns
- House on the Hill (1981) Writer
- Going Gently (1981) as Austin Miller
- If You Go Down in the Woods Today (1981) as Colonel Noriss
- The Life and Times of David Lloyd George (1981) as Bonar Law
- Dalhousie's Luck (1980) Writer
- The Clearances (1980)
- Tales of the Unexpected (1979) as Edward
- The Paul Daniels Magic Show (1979) as Self
- Porridge (1979) as Mr. Mackay
- Strangers (1978) as Morton
- Going Straight (1978) as Mr. Mackay
- Rob Roy (1977) as Bailie Nicol Jarvie
- Here I Stand... (1977) as John Knox
- Clay, Smeddum and Greenden (1976) as Alec Webster
- Porridge: The Desperate Hours (1976) as Mr. Mackay
- Willie Rough (1976) as Hughie
- Porridge: No Way Out (1975) as Mr. Mackay
- The Master of Ballantrae (1975) as Ephrain Mackellar
- Playhouse (1974) as Austin Miller
- Playhouse (1974) Writer
- Churchill's People (1974) as Bishop Wishart
- Porridge (1974) as Mr. Mackay
- Shoulder to Shoulder (1974) as Keir Hardie
- Shapes In The Water (1974) as Narrator
- Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em (1973)
- Seven of One (1973) as Mr Mackay
- Nothing But the Night (1973) as Cameron
- Three's One (1973) as Dr. Leafer
- The Edwardians (1972) as Alexander Ross
- Justice (1971) as Judge Seaton
- Brett (1971)
- Brett (1971) as Anderson
- Gumshoe (1971) as John Straker
- Orkney (1971) as Thomas
- Play for Today (1970) as Dr. Leafer
- Play for Today (1970) as Thomas - Celia
- Doctor Who and the Silurians (1970) as Dr. Quinn
- Special Branch (1969) as Det. Chief Supt. Inman
- Vendetta for The Saint (1969) as Euston
- The Expert (1968) as Judge
- Dad's Army (1968) as Doctor McCeavedy
- The Man in the Iron Mask (1968) as M. Baisemeaux
- Out of Town Theatre (1966) Writer
- BBC Play of the Month (1965) as Eck
- BBC Play of the Month (1965) as Engstrand
- Out of the Unknown (1965) as Cullen
- The Vital Spark (1965) as Reverend McGubbin
- The Vital Spark (1965) as Minister
- Andover and the Android (1965) as Cullen
- Strife (1965) as David Roberts
- Theatre 625 (1964) as Vincent MacMaster
- Doctor Who (1963) as Dr. Quinn
- Festival (1963) as Dr. Swinburne
- For King and Country: Out There (1963) as Scotsman
- The Saint (1962) as John Everett
- The Saint (1962) as James Euston
- Z-Cars (1962)
- Dr. Finlay's Casebook (1962)
- A Prize of Arms (1962) as Cpl. Henderson
- Private Potter (1962) as Soldier
- The Avengers (1961) as Professor Chadwick
- The Avengers (1961) as Glover
- The Avengers (1961) as Master
- Drama 61-67 (1961) as Norman Curtis
- Armchair Mystery Theatre (1960) as Ron Ashton
- Theatre '70 (1960) as Bernard Webber
- Brand (1959) as Villager
- Enchanted Isles (1957) as Narrator
- Armchair Theatre (1956) as Mr. Roberts
- Armchair Theatre (1956) as Mr. Ricardo
- Laxdale Hall (1953) as Andrew Flett
- The Brave Don't Cry (1952) as Dan Wishart
- I'm A Stranger (1952) as Alastair Campbell (as Fulton MacKay)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Fulton Mackay best known for?
Fulton Mackay is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Lovejoy (1986), Dreamchild (1985), Fraggle Rock (1983), Local Hero (1983).
When and where was Fulton Mackay born?
Fulton Mackay was born on August 12, 1922 in Paisley, Scotland, UK. They passed away on June 6, 1987.
How many credits does Fulton Mackay have?
Fulton Mackay has accumulated over 92 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1952 to 2022.
What is Fulton Mackay's background in cinema and television?
William Fulton Beith Mackay, who also used the name Fulton Mackay OBE, was a Scottish actor and playwright. Born on August 12, 1922, in Paisley, Scotland, United Kingdom, he lived until June 6, 1987, passing away at the age of 64. He is best known for his acting work, specifically for his role as prison officer Mr Mack...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Expert (1968) as Judge — aged about 45
- Porridge (1974) as Mr. Mackay — aged about 51
- Festival (1963) as Dr. Swinburne — aged about 40
- Doctor Who (1963) as Dr. Quinn — aged about 40
- The Avengers (1961) as Professor Chadwick — aged about 38
- The Avengers (1961) as Glover — aged about 38
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