Dursley McLinden - Actor Profile

Dursley McLinden

Acting
Updated: Apr 19, 2026
4Total Films
9.4 Highest Rated
Born: May 29, 1965
Birth Place: Douglas, Isle of Man, UK

About Dursley McLinden

Dursley McLinden was a Manx-born Brirish actor of stage and screen. He appeared in the title role of Tim Diamond in the 1988 film Just Ask for Diamond. His television roles included a 1988 appearance in Doctor Who as Sgt Mike Smith in the story Remembrance of the Daleks and his reprise of the role of Tim Diamond for the 1991 spin-off series The Diamond Brothers. In the theatre, he mostly specialised in musicals such as Follies (Shaftesbury Theatre, 1988), in which he starred in the key role of Young Ben opposite Daniel Massey, Julia McKenzie, Millicent Martin and Eartha Kitt, and The Phantom of the Opera, in which he played Raol right up until his death from AIDS at the age of thirty in 1995. In 2021, Russell T. Davies wrote the Channel 4 series It's a Sin which was inspired by McLinden.

Dursley McLinden Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Dursley McLinden reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 4 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 25% of Dursley McLinden'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 Doctor Who: Remembrance of the Daleks, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Dursley McLinden Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Dursley McLinden's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Dursley McLinden has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Looking for Dursley Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
1988 Doctor Who: Remembrance of the Daleks Mike Smith Super Hit Similar →
1988 Just Ask for Diamond Tim Diamond Flop Similar →
1985 Anticasanova - Average Similar →

Dursley McLinden - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Dursley McLinden?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dursley McLinden is "Doctor Who: Remembrance of the Daleks" with a rating of 9.4/10.

How many movies has Dursley McLinden acted in?

Dursley McLinden has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Dursley McLinden?

Other notable films include "Anticasanova", "Just Ask for Diamond", and "Looking for Dursley".

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