Gary Bakewell - Actor Profile

Gary Bakewell

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
4Total Films
6.1 Highest Rated

About Gary Bakewell

Gary Bakewell (born December 1968) is a Scottish television actor who is best known for his role as Paul McCartney in the film Backbeat. As well as twice portraying Paul McCartney he has appeared in a number of television series including Chef!, Doctors and Spooks. He appears in the Gallifrey series of audio dramas, spin-offs of the television series Doctor Who by Big Finish Productions. Bakewell has done work as a voice-over artist and has worked as an Audio Describer.

Gary Bakewell Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Gary Bakewell 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 Gary Bakewell's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Gary Bakewell'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 Backbeat, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Gary Bakewell Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Gary Bakewell's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Gary Bakewell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2005 The Funny Blokes of British Comedy Donald (archive footage) (uncredited) Average Similar →
2000 First Target Ryan Nicholson Flop Similar →
2000 The Linda McCartney Story Paul McCartney Flop Similar →
1994 Backbeat Paul McCartney Average Similar →

Gary Bakewell - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Gary Bakewell?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gary Bakewell is "Backbeat" with a rating of 6.1/10.

How many movies has Gary Bakewell acted in?

Gary Bakewell has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Gary Bakewell?

Other notable films include "The Funny Blokes of British Comedy", "The Linda McCartney Story", and "First Target".

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