Lawson began his London stage career in 1969's "The Metamorphosis." He has appeared in numerous television series and movies, including Lucky Jim, The Fabulous Bagel Boys and a two-year stint on the BBC's medical drama "Holby City." In 1983, he starred opposite Burt Lancaster in the critically acclaimed film Local Hero.
Lawson directed the 1999 stage production of "Little Malcolm and His Struggle Against the Eunuchs," which starred Lawson's nephew, Ewan McGregor. In 2005, Lawson received an Emmy nod for his performance as John Jarndyce in the critically acclaimed BBC adaptation of Charles Dickens' Bleak House.
Bleak House (2005)An orphaned girl finds a happy home with a wealthy man and his wards, never suspecting the truth about her origins -- or knowing her fate. But as the plot thickens, a suspenseful yarn of legal justice unfolds in this drama miniseries. Read More
Sensitive Skin: Seasons 1 & 2Empty-nesters Al (Denis Lawson) and Davina Jackson (Joanna Lumley) have a wonderful life: They love their jobs, both still look great at 60, and they're ready for a fun new phase of their existence. But things don't go as swimmingly as they expect in this BBC television series. They find themselves... Read More
JekyllIn modern-day London, Dr. Jekyll's last living descendant, Tom Jackman (James Nesbitt), carries on his famous ancestor's legacy. Tom believes he can control his dark side and protect his wife and children, but a secret society that's followed the Jekyll family line for a hundred years has plans for... Read More
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Jekyll (2007) | TV-14 | |
Bleak House (2005) (2005) | NR | |
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Horatio Hornblower (1998) | TV-PG | |
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Local Hero (1983) | PG | |
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Star Wars: A New Hope (1977) | PG | |
The Merchant of Venice (1973) | TV-14 | |
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