John Hannah

(on doing a nude scene with Eddie Izzard) John: I was more worried about lurking photographers, to be honest, than doing the scene itself. I've done nude scenes before, but the scene with Eddie takes some beating. I've always said that this is a crazy way to make a living. That's what makes it fun – the surprise and the people you have the chance to work with.

(after a friend suggested he try acting) John: I was always rabbiting on about something or other. He said: "You may as well get paid for talking. Why don't you take it up?""

(on the character of Rebus) John: I started reading Ian Rankin's novels for pleasure and I've always admired Rebus as someone with nobility. He's a role model, really, someone we should try and emulate a lot more. Of course, he does some questionable things. You almost expect that, but he remains a hero, a flawed individual in a very dark and corrupting world.