
Ian McDiarmid
Born in Carnoustie, Tayside, Scotland, UK
- Born:
- August 11, 1944 (age 81)
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 Ton…
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Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return
2022
As Self - Emperor Palpatine

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
2019
As Emperor Palpatine

The Lost City of Z
2017
As Sir George Goldie

Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith
2005
As Chancellor Palpatine / Darth Sidious

Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones
2002
As Chancellor Palpatine

Sleepy Hollow
1999
As Dr. Lancaster

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace
1999
As Senator Palpatine

Restoration
1995
As Ambrose

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
1988
As Arthur

Gorky Park
1983
As Professor Andreev

Return of the Jedi
1983
As The Emperor

Dragonslayer
1981
As Brother Jacopus