How old was Ben Kingsley in Journey to Mecca?

You might be surprised to learn how young—or old—some stars were in iconic scenes. It reveals something about timing, talent, and opportunity. Let’s dive into that fascinating detail.

Ben Kingsley was this age when he appeared in Journey to Mecca:

65 years old

That number reflects the celebrity’s real age when the movie was made.

This age was calculated based on the beginning of the release year of Journey to Mecca:

January 1, 2009

And the date of birth of Ben Kingsley:

December 31, 1943

Since the release usually follows filming within a year, the age of Ben Kingsley during the actual shoot may have been a year more or less than indicated.