Trevor McDonald - Actor Profile

Trevor McDonald

Acting
Updated: May 10, 2026
27Total Films
7.6 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 16, 1939
Birth Place: San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago

About Trevor McDonald

Sir Trevor McDonald OBE is a Trinidadian-British newsreader and journalist, best known for his career as a news presenter with ITN. McDonald was knighted in 1999 for his services to journalism.

Trevor McDonald Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Trevor McDonald reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 27 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Trevor McDonald's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 7% of Trevor McDonald's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Elizabeth Windsor, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Trevor McDonald Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Trevor McDonald's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Trevor McDonald has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Tommy Cooper: The Lost Tapes Himself Flop Similar →
2023 Pride of Britain: A Windrush Special Self (Presenter) Flop Similar →
2023 King & Queen: The New Monarchs - Flop Similar →
2022 Elizabeth Windsor Self Super Hit Similar →
2022 The Queen: 70 Glorious Years Self Flop Similar →
2021 Fred and Rose West: Reopened Self Flop Similar →
2021 The Vicar of Dibley: Inside Out Self Flop Similar →
2020 Rose West & Myra Hindley: Their Untold Story with Trevor McDonald Self - Presenter Average Similar →
2020 The National Television Awards Celebrate 25 Years Self Flop Similar →
2019 Stop The Tour Narrator Flop Similar →
2019 Babes in the Wood Himself (Presenter) Flop Similar →
2019 Fred & Rose West: The Real Story Self Average Similar →
2018 Trevor McDonald and the Killer Nurse Himself (Presenter) Flop Similar →
2018 To Catch a Serial Killer with Trevor McDonald Self - Presenter Flop Similar →
2018 Invitation to a Royal Wedding Self Flop Similar →
2018 Martin Luther King by Trevor Mcdonald Self - Presenter Flop Similar →
2018 James Bulger: A Mother's Story Self - Presenter Flop Similar →
2018 Death Row 2018 with Trevor McDonald Himself (Presenter) Flop Similar →
2013 Women Behind Bars with Trevor McDonald Self Flop Similar →
2013 Inside Death Row with Trevor McDonald - Flop Similar →
2006 Best Ever Spitting Image Self Flop Similar →
2004 In Search of Tony Blair Self (Archive Footage) Flop Similar →
2003 Baltic Storm Self - TV Newsreader (archive footage) (uncredited) Flop Similar →
2003 Johnny English Newscaster (voice) Average Similar →
1991 Bernard and the Genie Newscaster Hit Similar →
N/A The Windrush Generation Self Flop Similar →
N/A The Lenny Henry Birthday Show - Flop Similar →

Trevor McDonald - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Trevor McDonald?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Trevor McDonald is "Elizabeth Windsor" with a rating of 7.6/10.

How many movies has Trevor McDonald acted in?

Trevor McDonald has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Trevor McDonald?

Other notable films include "Bernard and the Genie", "Johnny English", and "Fred & Rose West: The Real Story".

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