
Biography
Forbes (Robertson) Masson (born 17 August 1963 in Falkirk) is a Scottish actor and writer. He is an Associate Artist with the Royal Shakespeare Company. He is best known for his roles in classical theatre, musicals. comedies and appearances in London's West End. He is also known for his comedy partnership with Alan Cumming. Masson and Cumming wrote The High Life, a Scottish situation comedy in which they play the lead characters, Steve McCracken and Sebastian Flight. Characters McCracken and Flight were heavily based on Victor and Barry, famous Scottish comedy alter-egos of Masson and Cumming.
Acting · 21
Only Child
2024
Ooh the Banter!
2022
Royal Mob
2022
The Road Dance
2022
Crime
2021
The Crown
2016
Shetland
2013
Father Brown
2013
No Holds Bard
2009
Gypsy Woman
2002
The Game
1998
Hamish Macbeth
1995
The High Life
1994
Red Dwarf
1988
City Lights
1986
Writing · 1
The High Life
1994
Creator · 1
The High Life
1994




















