Paul McGann stands at an exact 5ft 8½ (174 cm), a height that has defined his distinctive on-screen presence as a versatile English actor. Best known for portraying the Eighth Doctor in the 1996 Doctor Who television movie, his compact 5ft 8 stature lent an approachable, agile charisma to the iconic Time Lord role.
McGann's career highlights include memorable performances in Withnail and I (1987) and Queen of the Damned (2002), where his precise 174 cm frame allowed him to embody relatable, wiry characters with effortless intensity and humor. His height has been central to his self-deprecating image, enhancing his everyman appeal in both dramatic and comedic roles.