Michael Parkinson
Birthday: Born in 1935-03-28 in Cudworth, West Riding of Yorkshire, England
Deathday: 2023-08-17
Sir Michael Parkinson CBE (28 March 1935 – 16 August 2023) was an English television presenter, broadcaster, journalist and author. He presented his television talk show Parkinson from 1971 to 1982 and from 1998 to 2007, as well as other talk shows and programmes both in the UK and abroad. He also worked in radio and was described by The Guardian as "the great British talkshow host".
TV Credits
This Morning
Character: Self
This Morning features a variety of news, as well as show business, fashion, beauty, lifestyle, home and garden, food, tech, live phone-ins, and competitions....
The One Show
Character: Self
A topical magazine-style daily television programme broadcast live on BBC One....
Room 101
Character: Self
Fast-moving game show meets talk show, which sees Frank Skinner refereeing three celebrities each week as they compete to banish their top peeve or worst nightmare to the depths of Room 101....
Countdown
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The clock is ticking as contestants compete in games of lexical dexterity and numerical agility....
The Frank Skinner Show
Character: Self
The Frank Skinner Show was a television chat show hosted by comedian Frank Skinner, which lasted nine series on British television between 1995 and 2005. As well as celebrity interviews, the shows included an initial stand-up routine, various sketches throughout the episode and usually concluded with a comedic song featuring Frank and the guest stars. The Frank Skinner Show became notorious over the years for the unconventional nature of the interviews, including some shocking revelations from ...
The Story of Light Entertainment
Character: Self
The Story of Light Entertainment is a British documentary series shown on the BBC in 2006. The series comprises eight episodes and is narrated by Stephen Fry....
The Kenny Everett Television Show
Character: Self
Sketch comedy show starring Kenny Everett....
Parkinson: The Interviews
Character: Self - Presenter
Michael Parkinson reflects on the most memorable subjects of his interviews from the 1970s and 1980s....
Parkinson
Character: Self - Presenter
Parkinson (1971) is a British television Interview show that was presented by Michael Parkinson....
Enough Rope With Andrew Denton
Character: Self
Enough Rope with Andrew Denton is a television interview show originally broadcast on ABC1 in Australia. The title of the show came from the phrase "give someone enough rope and they'll hang themselves". The program was the brainchild of Australian comedian, social critic, producer and media personality Andrew Denton, who hosted the show. The hour-long chat show aired from 2003 to 2008....
An Audience with...
Character: Self
An Audience with... is a British entertainment television show produced by London Weekend Television, in which a host, usually a singer or comedian, performs for an invited audience of celebrity guests, interspersed with questions from the audience, in a light hearted revue/tribute style....
The Marti Caine Show
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Marti Caine presents a star studded variety show in which she performs comedy material, sings and dances alongside special guests....
Parkinson In Australia
Character: Self - Host
Australian version of Michael Parkinson's UK talk show. He interviews a broad range of famous Australians, and in later series, international stars....
The Graham Norton Show
Character: Self
Each week celebrity guests join Irish comedian Graham Norton to discuss what's being going on around the world that week. The guests poke fun and share their opinions on the main news stories. Graham is often joined by a band or artist to play the show out....
Morecambe & Wise (multiple series)
Character: Self
The Morecambe & Wise Show is the third TV series by English comedy double-act Morecambe and Wise. It began airing in 1968 on BBC2, specifically because it was then the only channel broadcasting in colour, following the duo's move to the BBC from ATV, where they had made Two of a Kind since 1961. The series was popular enough to be moved to BBC1, with its Christmas specials garnering prime-time audiences in excess of 20 million, some of the largest in British television history. After their 1977 ...
The Dick Cavett Show
Character: Self - Co-Host
The Dick Cavett Show has been the title of several talk shows hosted by Dick Cavett on various television networks....
The Dick Cavett Show
Character: Self - Guest
The Dick Cavett Show has been the title of several talk shows hosted by Dick Cavett on various television networks....
Parkinson One to One
Character: Self - Host
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Give Us a Clue
Character: Host
Give Us a Clue is a British televised game show version of charades which was broadcast on ITV from 1979 to 1992. The original host was Michael Aspel from 1979 to 1983, followed by Michael Parkinson from 1984 to 1992. The show featured two teams, one captained by Lionel Blair and the other by Una Stubbs. Later versions of the programme had Liza Goddard as captain of the women's team. A revived version was attempted by BBC One, which ran from 10 November to 19 December 1997 and commissioned 30 e...
Top Gear
Character: Self
This fast-paced and stunt-filled motor show tests whether cars, both mundane and extraordinary, live up to their manufacturers' claims. The long-running show travels to locations around the world, performing extreme stunts and challenges to see what the featured cars are capable of doing. The current hosts are Paddy Mcguinness, Chris Harris and Andrew "Freddie" Flintoff....
Parkinson
Character: Self - Presenter
Michael Parkinson returns for a second run of his iconic talk show....
Parkinson
Character: Self - Presenter
Michael Parkinson's third and final Interview show, running from 2002...
Movie Credits
Attenborough at 90
Character: Self
In celebration of his ninetieth birthday, Sir David Attenborough shares extraordinary highlights of his life and career with broadcaster Kirsty Young, including the inspiring people he has met, the extraordinary journeys he has made and the remarkable animal encounters he has had across the globe. Joined by colleagues and friends, including Michael Palin and Chris Packham, Sir David shares some of the unforgettable moments from his unparalleled career, from capturing unique animal behaviour for ...
Ghostwatch
Character: Presenter
For Halloween 1992, the BBC decides to broadcast an investigation into the supernatural, hosted by TV chat-show legend Michael Parkinson. Parky (assisted by Mike Smith, Sarah Greene & Craig Charles) and a camera crew attempt to discover the truth behind the most haunted house in Britain. This ground-breaking live television experiment does not go as planned, however....
Billy Connolly: Erect for 30 Years
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The very best of Billy Connolly's stand up comedy, from 30 years of performances around the world!...
Barry Humphries at the BBC
Character: Self (archive material)
Alex Jones looks back at the highlights of Barry’s career on a selection of BBC shows, featuring some of Barry’s funniest, rudest and most revealing moments from over the decades....
Ghostwatch: Behind the Curtains
Character: Self
Two decades after its unprecedented television broadcast, the cast, crew and fans of the notorious BBC 'Halloween Hoax' Ghostwatch look back at the show's unique production and legendary aftermath in this brand-new retrospective documentary. Includes never-before-seen material and interviews!...
Parkinson at 50
Character: Self
Sir Michael Parkinson looks back over his 50 years as a broadcaster, revealing some tricks of the interview trade and remembering some of his favourite encounters....
Tommy Cooper: In His Own Words
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An affectionate look back at Tommy Cooper's life and career. Sir Michael Parkinson, Jimmy Tarbuck and Chris Tarrant and others reflect on what made Tommy Cooper one of the greatest ever comedians. Colleagues talk about working with him, and his daughter Vicky reveals her feelings about her father....
An Audience with Billy Connolly
Character: Self - Audience Member (uncredited)
Billy Connolly delivers his special brand of stand-up comedy and abrasive humour in front of a celebrity audience....
The Charlton Boys
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Terrific portrait of Bobby and Jackie Charlton, pillars of football history, at the height of their playing careers....
Madhouse
Character: T.V. Interviewer
A horror movie star returns to his famous role after years in a mental institution. But the character seems to be committing murders independent of his will....
An Audience with Jimmy Tarbuck
Character: Self - Audience Member
Jimmy Tarbuck parades his comic wares in front of a celebrity audience, including Cilla Black, Bruce Forsyth, Billy Connolly, Michael Parkinson, Harry Secombe and Henry Cooper....
Hellraisers
Character: Self (archive footage)
Documentary about notorious British and Irish wildmen Richard Harris, Peter O'Toole, Oliver Reed and Keith Moon and their excesses and exploits....
Love Actually
Character: Parky
Eight London couples try to deal with their relationships in different ways. Their tryst with love makes them discover how complicated relationships can be....
Victoria Wood with All the Trimmings
Character: Joe Buggersthorpe
The comedienne stars in this festive sketch show, alongside a host of celebrity guests....
David Beckham: Close Up
Character: Self
An insight into the man famous not only for being a footballer and captain of the England squad, but also for being a fashion icon and husband of a pop-star. Also included is a look at his relationship with Sven-Goran Eriksson and insights from other footballers such as Glenn Hoddle....
Parkinson: Meet Henry Fonda
Character: Self - Presenter
Episode of the BBC television program with host Michael Parkinson interviewing American actor Henry Fonda....
Matthews
Character: Himself
MATTHEWS tells the incredible true story of the life and career of a man considered by many to be the greatest soccer player of all time, Sir Stanley Matthews....
Billy Connolly: A BAFTA Tribute
Character: Self
A BAFTA tribute celebrating the career of Billy Connolly....
A Dandy and a Clown: The Life of Jon Pertwee
Character: (archive footage)
This exclusive documentary looks at the life and career of Jon Pertwee. With contributions from actors Katy Manning, Judy Cornwell, David Jacobs, Geoffrey Bayldon and Kenneth Earle, Doctor Who writer and script editor Terrance Dicks and long-time friend Stuart Money....
Best Ever Muppet Moments
Character: Self
A review of the most memorable Muppet moments to commemorate Kermit the Frog's 50th anniversary....
Busby
Character: Self
The story of Manchester United legend Sir Matt Busby....
Monty Python: Who's There?
Character: Narrator
An instructional film about canvassing, for the Labour Party and starring the Python team, showing Labour Party workers how to canvass for votes. Filmed April 1970. Narrated by Michael Parkinson....
Prom at the Palace
Character: Self - Master of Ceremonies
All-time classical favourites from the first ever public concert held in the grounds of Buckingham Palace, hosted by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Broadcast live on BBC Television, 1st June 2002. Opera fans are in for a particular treat with Dame Kiri Te Kanawa (singing Bizet and Gershwin), Sir Thomas Allen (Rossini and Sir Edward German), and Roberto Alagna and Angela Gheorghiu (Puccini and Verdi) sharing the honours. Maestro Mstislav Rostropovich also makes a rare guest appearance with the c...
Granada: From the North
Character: Self
The story of Granada, the company responsible for Britain's most enduring soap opera Coronation Street, the current affairs series World in Action, and highly praised drama from Brideshead Revisited to Prime Suspect. With contributions from Jeremy Isaacs, Gus Macdonald, David Plowright, Michael Parkinson, Gerry Robinson and Sir Denis Forman. Director David Thompson...
BBC Swingin' Christmas
Character: Self - Host
Michael Parkinson presents the sensational John Wilson Orchestra in a celebration of festive musical treats from the golden age of swing, with soloists Seth MacFarlane, Anna-Jane Casey and special guest Curtis Stigers. The Christmas classics include Winter Wonderland, Baby It's Cold Outside, Let It Snow and White Christmas....
Parky's Picks
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Michael Parkinson's personal selection of his talk show celebrity guests chosen from a career spanning over 40 years....
Victoria Wood In Her Own Words
Character: Himself
A look back at the life and work of one of Britain's greatest comediennes, featuring interviews with those who worked alongside Victoria....
The Battle for Britain's Breakfast
Character: Self
The story of how the introduction of breakfast television to the UK in 1983 led to a fierce battle for viewers between the BBC and ITV....
Parkinson Meets Morecambe and Wise
Character: Self - Presenter
Michael Parkinson looks back at his 1972 interview with comedy duo Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, who he describes as 'the funniest double act we ever produced. The interview, which Parkinson cites as the wittiest he ever conducted, sees Morecambe and Wise at their absolute best, speaking about their pasts, their heroes and their friendship....
Peter Cook: At a Slight Angle to the Universe
Character: Self
TV documentary tracing the life of the comedian and satirist from his school days, through the Cambridge Footlights, to Beyond the Fringe and his partnership with Dudley Moore. With contributions from Cook's school friends Peter Rabey and Jonathan Harlow; Cook's first wife Wendy Cook; Cambridge University friends Tim Harrold and Roger Law; Adrian Slade (ex-president of Cambridge Footlights); Jonathan Miller; Sir David Frost; Ned Sherrin; John Bassett (creator, Beyond The Fringe); Willie Donaldso...