Ian McKellen and Patrick McShane are two British actors who have had long and successful careers in the entertainment industry. McKellen is best known for his roles in The Lord of the Rings and X-Men franchises, while McShane is best known for his roles in Deadwood and Game of Thrones. Together, they have both won numerous awards and accolades for their work. IANS is an acronym for their names, Ian McKellen and Patrick McShane.