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Ian Buchanan
A Scottish actor's journey through the dramatic worlds of American soap operas and surreal David Lynch dramas reveals a career defined by unforgettable characters and unexpected twists.
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In short · Acting since 1985, 5 decades active, 17 credits.
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Biography
Ian Buchanan is a Scottish television actor known for his appearances on numerous American soap operas. He has portrayed characters on *General Hospital*, *Port Charles*, *The Bold and the Beautiful*, *All My Children*, and *Days of Our Lives*. In addition to his soap opera roles, Buchanan has appeared in two shows by director David Lynch. He played Dick Tremayne in the second season of *Twin Peaks* (1990–1991) and portrayed Lester Guy in *On the Air*.
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Actor
15 creditsJake Renaissance(2026)
Harrison
TVPsychedelic Steve(2025)
Ryan Orb
TVThis Show Sucks Truth + Consequences(2022)
Shawn Brantley
TVEnter Exit(2020)
Hugo
TV
A Mermaid for Christmas(2019)
Narrator
Film
Always(2015)
Oliver
Film
Make the Yuletide Gay(2009)
Peter Stanford
Film
Panic Room(2002)
Evan Kurlander
Film
Lying in Wait(2001)
George
Film
Ivory Tower(1998)
Andy Pallack
Film
Double Exposure(1994)
Roger Putnam
Film
The Cool Surface(1993)
Terrence
Film
On the Air(1992)
Lester Guy
TV
It's Garry Shandling's Show(1986)
Ian McFyfer
TV
Murderous Intent(1985)
Hooker
Film
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1 creditOriginals
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- Dark Shadows and Beyond - The Jonathan Frid StorySelf (narration) · 2021
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