From Thunderbirds to Pterodactyls: The Autobiography of Shane Rimmer

by Shane Rimmer

Shane Rimmer's voice is familiar to millions from his role as Scott Tracy, the pilot of Thunderbird 1, but there are many other facets to his remarkable career. Equally at home in Star Wars or Out of Africa , Shane's talents as a character actor have been called upon by some of the film industry's leading directors. 

This wry and refreshingly frank autobiography sheds new light on some of the best-loved films and television series ever made, as well as revealing what life is really like for a jobbing actor in the sometimes less than glamorous world of showbusiness.

Genres: Biography

240 pages, Hardcover

First published February 14, 2012

Reviews

[AndrewP · Rating 3 out of 5]

Shane Rimmer was a Candian born actor, screen writer and entertainer who made a name for himself in the UK from the 60's onwards. A great character actor, with a very distinctive voice, he appeared in countless movies and TV shows. He was probably best known for being the voice of Scott Tracy in Thunderbirds.
Less of an autobiography and more a collection of reminiscences from his more memorable roles. I listened to the audio book which he narrated himself.

[Paul Griggs · Rating 5 out of 5]

Shane Rimmer is a recognisable face and voice that has been a staple of film, television and theatre for over half a century. Starting with his appearance in Dr Strangelove he skips back and forth through his career with a bevy of anecdotes about his career and the people and places he has encountered. Tantalisingly brief in places I'd love to know more!

[Ben · Rating 4 out of 5]

An enjoyable memoir! The audio book version is a delight. One wishes for more details as it is too short. Its a shame more character actors don't publish books like this one.

[Laura Hall · Rating 4 out of 5]

I had the pleasure of meeting the author Shane Rimmer at Comic con in Birmingham, 2013 (I think)? Lovely gentleman who very kindly signed my book for me and posed for photos. This book was a great insight to his life’s work and talent. I never knew he had starred in so much film and TV. As a die hard Thunderbirds fan whole life, he will always be Scott Tracy to me.

[Steve Mitchell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not so much an autobiography as a collection of anecdotes, but well worth a read