Michael Parkinson
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".
| Known For | Acting |
|---|---|
| Most Rating | 0.4974 |
| Birthday | 1935-03-28 |
| Place of Birth | Cudworth, West Riding of Yorkshire, England |
| Also Known As |
2016
Attenborough at 90
8/1
In celebration of his ninetieth birthday, Sir David Attenborough shares extraordinary highlights of his life and career with broadcaster Kirsty Young,...
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Attenborough at 90
1992
Ghostwatch
6.997/176
For Halloween 1992, the BBC decides to broadcast an investigation into the supernatural, hosted by TV chat-show legend Michael Parkinson. Parky (assis...
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Ghostwatch
1999
Billy Connolly: Erect for 30 Years
7.188/8
The very best of Billy Connolly's stand up comedy, from 30 years of performances around the world!
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Billy Connolly: Erect for 30 Years
2013
Goodbye Granadaland
0/0
As ITV's move from its iconic base on Quay Street to the Orange Tower at MediaCityUK nears completion, this tribute looks back at 56 years of Granada...
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Goodbye Granadaland
2023
Barry Humphries at the BBC
7.6/4
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 m...
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Barry Humphries at the BBC
2012
Ghostwatch: Behind the Curtains
0/0
Two decades after its unprecedented television broadcast, the cast, crew and fans of the notorious BBC 'Halloween Hoax' Ghostwatch look back at the sh...
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Ghostwatch: Behind the Curtains
2021
Parkinson at 50
10/1
Sir Michael Parkinson looks back over his 50 years as a broadcaster, revealing some tricks of the interview trade and remembering some of his favourit...
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Parkinson at 50
2018
Tommy Cooper: In His Own Words
7/1
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 To...
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Tommy Cooper: In His Own Words
1985
An Audience with Billy Connolly
8.35/20
Billy Connolly delivers his special brand of stand-up comedy and abrasive humour in front of a celebrity audience.
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An Audience with Billy Connolly
1968
The Charlton Boys
0/0
Terrific portrait of Bobby and Jackie Charlton, pillars of football history, at the height of their playing careers.
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The Charlton Boys
1974
Madhouse
6.198/121
A horror movie star returns to his famous role after spending years in a mental institution, but the character seems to be committing murders independ...
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Madhouse
1994
An Audience with Jimmy Tarbuck
10/1
Jimmy Tarbuck parades his comic wares in front of a celebrity audience, including Cilla Black, Bruce Forsyth, Billy Connolly, Michael Parkinson, Harry...
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An Audience with Jimmy Tarbuck
2000
Hellraisers
0/0
Documentary about notorious British and Irish wildmen Richard Harris, Peter O'Toole, Oliver Reed and Keith Moon and their excesses and exploits.
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Hellraisers
2003
Love Actually
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Eight very different couples deal with their love lives in various loosely interrelated tales all set during a frantic month before Christmas in Londo...
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Love Actually
2000
Victoria Wood with All the Trimmings
7/7
The comedienne stars in this festive sketch show, alongside a host of celebrity guests.
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Victoria Wood with All the Trimmings
2002
David Beckham: Close Up
7/1
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 po...
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David Beckham: Close Up
1975
Parkinson: Meet Henry Fonda
4/1
Episode of the BBC television program with host Michael Parkinson interviewing American actor Henry Fonda.
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Parkinson: Meet Henry Fonda
2017
Matthews
6.667/3
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...
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Matthews
2002
Billy Connolly: A BAFTA Tribute
8/1
A BAFTA tribute celebrating the career of Billy Connolly.
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Billy Connolly: A BAFTA Tribute
2013
A Dandy and a Clown: The Life of Jon Pertwee
0/0
This exclusive documentary looks at the life and career of Jon Pertwee. With contributions from actors Katy Manning, Judy Cornwell, David Jacobs, Geof...
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A Dandy and a Clown: The Life of Jon Pertwee
2006
Best Ever Muppet Moments
6/2
A review of the most memorable Muppet moments to commemorate Kermit the Frog's 50th anniversary.
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Best Ever Muppet Moments
2019
Busby
6.2/8
The story of Manchester United legend Sir Matt Busby.
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Busby
1970
Monty Python: Who's There?
6/1
An instructional film about canvassing, for the Labour Party and starring the Python team, showing Labour Party workers how to canvass for votes. Film...
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Monty Python: Who's There?
2002
Prom at the Palace
9/1
All-time classical favourites from the first ever public concert held in the grounds of Buckingham Palace, hosted by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. B...
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Prom at the Palace
1992
Granada: From the North
0/0
The story of Granada, the company responsible for Britain's most enduring soap opera Coronation Street, the current affairs series World in Action, an...
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Granada: From the North
2010
BBC Swingin' Christmas
0/0
Michael Parkinson presents the sensational John Wilson Orchestra in a celebration of festive musical treats from the golden age of swing, with soloist...
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BBC Swingin' Christmas
2012
Parky's Picks
0/0
Michael Parkinson's personal selection of his talk show celebrity guests chosen from a career spanning over 40 years.
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Parky's Picks
2020
Victoria Wood In Her Own Words
0/0
A look back at the life and work of one of Britain's greatest comediennes, featuring interviews with those who worked alongside Victoria.
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Victoria Wood In Her Own Words
2014
The Battle for Britain's Breakfast
0/0
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.
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The Battle for Britain's Breakfast
1999
Parkinson Meets Morecambe and Wise
0/0
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...
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Parkinson Meets Morecambe and Wise
2002
Peter Cook: At a Slight Angle to the Universe
0/0
TV documentary tracing the life of the comedian and satirist from his school days, through the Cambridge Footlights, to Beyond the Fringe and his part...
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Peter Cook: At a Slight Angle to the Universe
2022
Ooh the Banter!
0/0
Jack Docherty brings together a jam-packed cast of comedians, actors and famous faces for a riotous celebration of Scotland's most valuable export – i...
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Ooh the Banter!
2004
Peter Ustinov: The Parkinson Interviews
0/0
A selection of highlights from Sir Peter Ustinov's appearances on Parkinson. A look back at a multitalented writer, director, actor and ambassador for...
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Peter Ustinov: The Parkinson Interviews
1995
In the Best Possible Taste: A Tribute to Kenny Everett
7/1
A tribute to Kenny Everett broadcast after his death from AIDS in 1995. Comprising of many of his classic sketches from his 1980s BBC TV series, this...
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In the Best Possible Taste: A Tribute to Kenny Everett
1972
Kirk Douglas
0/0
Talking with Michael Parkinson and members of the audience at the National Film Theatre, London. An informal discussion illustrated with extracts fro...
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Kirk Douglas
2003
Thora Hird Tribute
0/0
Friends, colleagues and fans, including Julie Walters, Jonathan Ross, Norman Wisdom, Keith Barron and Victoria Wood, pay tribute to Dame Thora Hird, w...
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Thora Hird Tribute
2001
When Boxing Ruled The World
0/0
Documentary looking back at the golden era of heavyweight boxing which occurred at the dawn of global television broadcasting.
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When Boxing Ruled The World
2000
Victoria's Secrets
9/1
Iconic Spice Girl Victoria Beckham discovers the answers to some of the most confusing celebrity conundrums in this documentary. She talks to Elton Jo...
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Victoria's Secrets
2012
Ray Reardon at 80
0/0
Ray Reardon, one of the legends of Welsh sport, prepares to celebrate his 80th birthday. The tough competitor with the twinkling eyes returns to his h...
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