Quick Facts
Born:
1944-08-11
Birthplace:
Carnoustie, Tayside, Scotland, UK
Credits:
61 Total Roles
Ian McDiarmid
Acting
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Biography
Ian McDiarmid (born 11 August 1944) is a Scottish actor and director best known for portraying Emperor Palpatine in the Star Wars film series. He has received an Olivier Award for Best Actor and a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play for his performances. Wikipedia
Known For
Return of the Jedi
The Emperor
Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace
Senator Palpatine
Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith
Chancellor Palpatine / Darth Sidious
Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones
Chancellor Palpatine
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
Emperor Palpatine
Sleepy Hollow
Dr. Lancaster
The Lost City of Z
Sir George Goldie
Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Darth Sidious (voice) (archive sound)
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi TV | Darth Sidious (voice) |
| 2022 | Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return MOVIE | Self - Emperor Palpatine |
| 2022 | Obi-Wan Kenobi TV | Emperor Palpatine / Darth Sidious |
| 2021 | Star Wars: The Bad Batch TV | Darth Sidious / Emperor Palpatine (voice) |
| 2021 | Star Wars: The Bad Batch TV | Emperor Palpatine (voice) |
| 2020 | The Skywalker Legacy MOVIE | Self |
| 2019 | Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker MOVIE | Emperor Palpatine |
| 2018 | Britannia TV | King Pellenor |
| 2017 | The Lost City of Z MOVIE | Sir George Goldie |
| 2015 | Star Wars: Greatest Moments MOVIE | Self |