Ian McShane

[On his character from 'Deadwood'] Ian McShane: This is the most complex character I've ever had. It's a great gig. When you land a part like this, you grab hold of it, and really go to town. I've had a great social life and personal life, and taken whatever's been offered. When something like this comes along, you say, 'Oh, yes, thank you very much.

[On his Father Harry McShane who played to Manchester United] Ian McShane: He was a classic Scottish left winger. Five-foot-seven, and he could run down the field at 90 miles an hour. Later he was a public address announcer for Manchester United at Old Trafford. He used to announce the teams and play the records.

[What sports figure would he like to portray?] Ian McShane: I would have loved to have played Ty Cobb. The film about him was underrated and Tommy Lee Jones did a great job. I love that movie. An irascible, strange and tormented guy who played the game like no one else. But here's another one I'd love to have played that might surprise you: Mickey Mantle. I thought he was amazing.