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Richard Rankin

Acting Born Jan 4, 1983 Glasgow, Scotland, UK 18 credits

Biography

Richard Rankin is a Scottish actor. He is known for his work in film, television, and theatre. Rankin is best known for his roles in the Scottish sketch show Burnistoun and the Starz drama Outlander, specifically as Roger Mackenzie Wakefield. He was born in Glasgow, Scotland, UK. Rankin's known credits include 16 acting roles. He is a male actor, born on January 4, 1983.

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Career

Career overview

Richard Rankin is a Scottish actor known for his work in film, television, and theatre. He has appeared in a variety of roles, with a notable presence in the Scottish sketch show Burnistoun. Additionally, Rankin has portrayed Roger Mackenzie Wakefield in the Starz drama Outlander.

As an actor, Rankin has accumulated a significant number of credits, with 16 known credits to his name. He has demonstrated his versatility in a range of roles, showcasing his ability to adapt to different types of productions. His work in television and film has likely contributed to his growing reputation as a talented and accomplished actor.

Rankin's background in theatre and his experience in television and film have likely informed his approach to acting. His performances have been well-received, as evidenced by his high content score of 100. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, Rankin's Scottish heritage has been a significant factor in his career, with his involvement in the Scottish sketch show Burnistoun and his portrayal of a character in the Starz drama Outlander.

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Known for

The Last Kingdom

as Father Hrothweard
Film

Burnt

as Reece Waiter

Outlander

as Roger MacKenzie

Outlander

as Roger Wakefield

Outlander

as Roger Wakefield MacKenzie
Film

The Evil Dead

as Danny Wickham

Frequent co-stars

Caitríona Balfe 1 shared title
Sam Heughan 1 shared title
Sophie Skelton 1 shared title
John Bell 1 shared title
Duncan Lacroix 1 shared title
César Domboy 1 shared title
Lauren Lyle 1 shared title
Tobias Menzies 1 shared title
Caitlin O'Ryan 1 shared title
David Berry 1 shared title

Career timeline

Rebus
Support the Girls · Thanks
Trust MeThe Replacement
Thirteen
The Last KingdomBurntFrom Darkness
OutlanderOutlanderOutlanderThe Crimson FieldThe House of Him
The Syndicate
Burnistoun
The Old Guys
Midsomer Murders

Full filmography

  • Rebus (2024) as John Rebus
  • Support the Girls (2018) Thanks
  • Trust Me (2017) as Dr Alex Kiernan
  • The Replacement (2017) as Ian Rooney
  • Thirteen (2016) as DI Elliott Carne
  • The Last Kingdom (2015) as Father Hrothweard
  • Burnt (2015) as Reece Waiter
  • From Darkness (2015) as Norrie
  • Outlander (2014) as Roger MacKenzie
  • Outlander (2014) as Roger Wakefield
  • Outlander (2014) as Roger Wakefield MacKenzie
  • The Crimson Field (2014) as Captain Thomas Gillan
  • The House of Him (2014) as Him
  • The Syndicate (2012) as Sean McGary
  • Burnistoun (2010)
  • The Old Guys (2009) as Groom
  • Midsomer Murders (1997) as Danny Wickham
  • Number 10