
David McKay
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia David McKay is a Scottish actor and television director. In the television series Shoebox Zoo, he plays McTaggart. McTaggart is the Keeper of the Book of Forbidden Knowledge who has been bound to stay with Michael Scott until the book is found by Marnie (Vivien Endicott-Douglas). McTaggart has been a number of people in the first series. A tour guide, a servant to Michael and Toledo and a clown. Now as the second series unfolds, he must help Marnie and Michael as much as he can to help find the Book and stop Toledo taking over and finding the Book before Marnie. He has also appeared in two Ken Loach films: Ae Fond Kiss... and My Name Is Joe. He has also had roles in Once Upon a Time in the Midlands, Les Misérables (1998), Braveheart and Rab C Nesbitt, among others. He has directed for High Times, The Basil Brush Show, Tinsel Town and My Parents Are Aliens, and has written and directed a short film, Caesar, on pigeon-fancying. Description above from the Wikipedia article David McKay (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
David McKay Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of David McKay reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of David McKay's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 45% of David McKay'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 Braveheart, which stands out as a key performance.
Best David McKay Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David McKay's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie David McKay has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Neds | Mr Holmes | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | As Far As You've Come | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Ae Fond Kiss... | Wee Roddie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Once Upon a Time in the Midlands | Dougy | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | My Name Is Joe | Liam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Initiation | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Hard Nut: A Love Story | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Braveheart | Young soldier | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Close | Davie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Girl in the Picture | Ken | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | End of the Line | Donald McKay | Flop | Similar → |
David McKay - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of David McKay?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David McKay is "Braveheart" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has David McKay acted in?
David McKay has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by David McKay?
Other notable films include "My Name Is Joe", "Close", and "Neds".




