Christopher Lambert's Age During Highlander
Christopher Lambert was born on March 29, 1957. Principal photography for Highlander took place in 1985 and 1986, which made him in his late twenties to early thirties during production. The film was released in 1986, when he was 29 years old.
Highlander Release and Production Timeline
Highlander premiered in 1986 and was filmed primarily in Scotland and England. At that time, Lambert was already known for stage work and had appeared in several European films. The movie's sword-fighting scenes and period setting required a physically fit lead, which the then late-twenties actor provided.
Quick Facts About Christopher Lambert and Highlander
Lambert portrayed Connor MacLeod, an immortal Scotsman living through the centuries. He was approximately 29 when the film was released, and he was around 28 to 30 during the main filming period. For more background on his early career, see this biography on Britannica.
