Cal MacAninch
ActingAbout Cal MacAninch
Cal MacAninch is a Scottish actor, who is known for portraying the character of DI John Keenan in police drama HolbyBlue on BBC1 (from 2007 to 2008). Other notable appearances were his roles as Mr Thackeray in the ITV period drama, Mr Selfridge, and Henry Lang in Downton Abbey, but he has played many leading roles in British television and film over the last 30 years. MacAninch played Rowan Collins in Series 4 of the ITV drama series Wild at Heart. He returned to the show for its fifth series as a main cast member. He also played Tauren, a sorcerer in the BBC television series Merlin in the episode "To Kill the King". He starred in the 2001 BBC miniseries The Best of Both Worlds with Alice Evans. He appeared as Henry Lang, a valet, in the second series of Downton Abbey.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Cal MacAninch reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 33 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Cal MacAninch's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Cal MacAninch remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Macbeth, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Cal MacAninch Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Cal MacAninch's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Cal MacAninch.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Macbeth | Banquo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | The Visit | Tommy McDaid | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Nobody Has to Know | Peter | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Punishment | Michael | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Reckoning | Ben Tuttle | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Susan Hill's Ghost Story | Hugo Snow | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Intrigo: Dear Agnes | Erich Neuman-Hansen | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Intrigo: Samaria | Erich Neumann-Hansen | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Lucky Star | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Calibre | Al McClay | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Hamilton 2: But Not If It Concerns Your Daughter | Harold Finley | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Awakening | Freddie Strickland | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Slapper | Jack / Lad 1 | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Doomsday | Chancellor Falco | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Jetsam | Jack | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Rag Tale | Paul 'Mac' MacAvoy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Dear Frankie | Davey | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Point Men | Horst | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Breathtaking | Mick Wilmott | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Little Bird | Tony O'Neill | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Best | Paddy | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Warriors | Sgt. Andre Sochanik | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Lost Son | Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Speak Like a Child | Billy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Woodlanders | Dr, Fitzpiers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Sentimental Education | August | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Nervous Energy | Tom | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Dangerous Lady | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Rik Mayall Presents: The Big One | Jeff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | A Mind to Murder | Philip Tippett | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Splitting Heirs | CID Officer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Chestnut Soldier | Evan Llyr | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Alive and Kicking | Axle | Super Hit | Similar → |
Cal MacAninch - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Cal MacAninch?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Cal MacAninch is "Macbeth" with a rating of 8.8/10.
How many movies has Cal MacAninch acted in?
Cal MacAninch has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Cal MacAninch?
Other notable films include "Alive and Kicking", "Rik Mayall Presents: The Big One", and "The Chestnut Soldier".