
Forbes Masson
Acting
1963-01-01 · Falkirk, Scotland, UK
Forbes (Robertson) Masson (born 17 August 1963 in Falkirk) is a Scottish actor and writer. He is an Associate Artist with the Royal Shakespeare Company. He is best known for his roles in classical theatre, musicals. comedies and appearances in London's West End. He is also known for his comedy partnership with Alan Cumming. Masson and Cumming wrote The High Life, a Scottish situation comedy in which they play the lead characters, Steve McCracken and Sebastian Flight. Characters McCracken and Flight were heavily based on Victor and Barry, famous Scottish comedy alter-egos of Masson and Cumming.
Filmography

Only Child
2024 · Series

CBeebies Presents: As You Like It at Shakespeare's Globe
2023 · Movie

Ooh the Banter!
2022 · Movie

Royal Mob
2022 · Series

The Road Dance
2022 · Movie

Crime
2021 · Series

The Merry Wives of Windsor - Live at Shakespeare's Globe
2019 · Movie

The Crown
2016 · Series

Shetland
2013 · Series

Father Brown
2013 · Series

RSC Live: As You Like It
2010 · Movie

No Holds Bard
2009 · Movie
If You Can't Stand the Heat
2004 · Movie

Gypsy Woman
2002 · Movie

Monarch of the Glen
2000 · Series

The Young Person's Guide to Becoming a Rock Star
1998 · Series

The Game
1998 · Movie

Is It Bill Bailey?
1998 · Series

Hamish Macbeth
1995 · Series

The High Life
1994 · Series

Red Dwarf
1988 · Series
Loser's Blues
1987 · Movie

City Lights
1986 · Series