Malcolm McDowell Quotes

United Kingdom, Television Actor
June 13, 1943

Malcolm McDowell (born Malcolm John Taylor; 13 June 1943) is an English actor, known for his boisterous and sometimes villainous roles. He trained as an actor at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.

Also known as Actor, Voice Actor, Film Actor, Character Actor, Screenwriter, Stage Actor

The definition of insanity in Texas is so insane that it's impossible to be insane in Texas.

Malcolm McDowell
I think we're all a little afraid of the dark. If you lived in the country, as I did, there's nothing quite like country dark, which was really black. And as a child, your imagination runs wild.

Malcolm McDowell
- Country
- Black
- Dark

It is true I'd rather get a hole in one than win an Academy Award.

Malcolm McDowell
- True
- Win
- Award
I've always been one to do the work and just hone my craft.

Malcolm McDowell
- Work
- Always
- Craft
I'm from a country where acting is taken very seriously; it's a very serious profession.

Malcolm McDowell
- Country
- Taken
- Serious
I just take it as it comes, and if I'm not offered something, there's always a reason, and usually it's a pretty good one. I'm not worried about it. You know, I've had an incredible career, and I'm blessed.

Malcolm McDowell
- Good
- Pretty
- Career
I never do research unless it's extraordinary circumstances.

Malcolm McDowell
- Circumstances
- Research