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Monty Python: Who's There? (1970)
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.
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Hellraisers (2000)
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.
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A Dandy and a Clown: The Life of Jon Pertwee (2013)
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.
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The Charlton Boys (1968)
Character: N/A
Terrific portrait of Bobby and Jackie Charlton, pillars of football history, at the height of their playing careers.
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Granada: From the North (1992)
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
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Parky's Picks (2012)
Character: N/A
Michael Parkinson's personal selection of his talk show celebrity guests chosen from a career spanning over 40 years.
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Goodbye Granadaland (2013)
Character: Self
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 television. Beginning from its inception in 1954, including rare archive footage of its co-founders, brothers Sidney and Cecil Bernstein, replays archive clips of some of the programmes and performances filmed and produced there - from Coronation Street, Prime Suspect, Jewel In the Crown, and Stars In Their Eyes, to the television debuts of The Sex Pistols, Take That, and the Beatles.
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Prom at the Palace (2002)
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 cello section of the London Symphony Orchestra playing Villa-Lobos.
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Victoria Wood In Her Own Words (2020)
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.
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Tommy Cooper: In His Own Words (2018)
Character: N/A
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.
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BBC Swingin' Christmas (2010)
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.
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David Beckham: Close Up (2002)
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.
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Attenborough at 90 (2016)
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 the first time to the fast-paced advances in wildlife filming technology, as well as stories of the wonder and fragility of the natural world - stories that Sir David has spent his life exploring and championing.
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Ghostwatch: Behind the Curtains (2012)
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!
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Parkinson Meets Morecambe and Wise (1999)
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.
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Madhouse (1974)
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.
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An Audience with Jimmy Tarbuck (1994)
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.
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An Audience with Billy Connolly (1985)
Character: Self - Audience Member (uncredited)
Billy Connolly delivers his special brand of stand-up comedy and abrasive humour in front of a celebrity audience.
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Ghostwatch (1992)
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.
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Busby (2019)
Character: Self
The story of Manchester United legend Sir Matt Busby.
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Matthews (2017)
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.
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Love Actually (2003)
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.
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Parkinson at 50 (2021)
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.
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Barry Humphries at the BBC (2023)
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.
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