2008-09-01 17:08:55 - Ian McKellen has done exceedingly well in a new poll about the new AMC/ITV production of the cult classic, The Prisoner.

During August 2008, "The Prisoner Online" website asked its visitors to vote if they thought Ian McKellen will make a good Number 2. The votes have just been counted and it would seem it's an overwhelming Yes! Over 80% of those polled thought Ian would definitely make a good Number 2. 15% weren't sure and lessw than 4% thought he

wouldn't make a good Number 2.

Only time will tell if Sir Ian will be able to compete with the likes of Leo McKern and Colin Gordon who both appears twice as Number 2 in the 1960's original. Filming is currently underway in Namibia in a co-production between AMC and ITV.

During September, The Prisoner Online are conducting a new poll, asking which prop from the original show would you like to see make an appearance in the 2009 remake. Suggestions include Rover (the big white balloonthing ) - Lava Lamps - Bubble Chair - Unusual Phones - Coloured Umbrellas

Vote now online at www.theprisoneronline.com to have your say.

"The Prisoner Online" is an independent website covering the original TV show The Prisoner and the 2009 remake of the same name.