Peter Sellers - Parkinson Interview: very funny!

[@salliegarrett5496]

I really enjoyed this video, what a wonderful raconteur Peter Sellers was, RIP Peter and Michael Parkinson.

[@edwardjones4870]

I was fortunate to have been in the audience at the BBC Television Centre when this was recorded in November of 1974. After the taping was over, Sellers was very gracious and thanked the audience for their attendance at the interview. It was an evening I’ll never forget!

[@middleman9183]

thanks!

[@roberthowes6219]

What a wonderful memory to have..

[@edwardjones4870]

@@roberthowes6219 That was my first time in London. I wanted to visit the BBC, so I phoned them to ask if tours were available. I was told no. Instead I was sent tickets to the Parkinson program. To see Peter Sellers in person was more than a consolation prize!

[@roberthowes6219]

@@edwardjones4870 a great share.ty.

[@mr.advocatusdiaboli1745]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ThirzaLynetteClarke-ku9dq]

The glorious Peter Sellers will never be forgotten. More please. .

[@peteranserin3708]

He has no more to give.

[@CadeCherry]

Even the Pink Panther outtakes are funnier than most modern films.. The best comedic actor that has ever lived. Absolutely brilliant!.

[@kingy002]

"The best comedic actor that has ever lived." That's a bit hyperbolic. Very talented, yes. But the best??

[@AntonGully]

Birdy num num.

[@commanderkeen3787]

Wonderful interview, Wonderful actor. This kind of interview can be watched over and over. It's another great performance by Sellers

[@JohnJenkins-l4p]

Never realise how multi faceted Peter Sellers was , a Genius comedian and excellent impersonater and musician.

[@christineperkins4451]

Peter Sellers was an absolute legend, you don't see talent like this anymore, delightful interview 🙌

[@kingy002]

Utter nonsense. There are many highly talented people out their today.

[@christineperkins4451]

There...

[@kingy002]

@@christineperkins4451 Oh gosh, another silly comment

[@christineperkins4451]

In your opinion, 🙄

[@kingy002]

In your opinion!!

[@Brassneck7888]

RIP Michael Parkinson King of the interviews always enjoyed himself as this clip shows. God bless.

[@Kresnov]

I spent an amazing 45 minutes in Sir Michaels company when I delivered a Mercedes to him, we sat in the car and just chatted about music and other things, best 45 minutes of my life, astonishing gentleman, sadly missed.

[@mooster47]

I hope Peter Sellers knew how much joy he added to the lives of all of us.

[@flammenjc]

@@upup209 all geniuses are flawed.

[@simonrae3048]

@@flammenjc Exactly

[@LarsTragel-zh7ei]

@@flammenjc Doesn't matter, KZbin retards like you are even more flawed.

[@Remnants100]

I remember 'The Goon Show' (on the Wireless) as a youngster. My dear Father who was quite a serious Man, would fall about listening to their antics. What a joy it was to see Father enjoying himself so.

[@woodfreak814]

I listen to the goon shows on radio bbc 4 extra. LOve them.

[@Heather-qb1xm]

I have never seen this Parkinson interview with Peter Sellers before. I just kept saying to myself what a fantastic guest .I never knew Peter Sellers was so funny and the whole interview was so funny, it was pure joy listening to this very charismatic man. He was mesmerising.

[@ladyhawke1357]

Pure genius and absolutely timeless. The' don't mek 'em like that any more!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@bodyslamhimjeff]

Can’t get the wood, you know

[@fidomusic]

I watched The Pink Panther Strikes again in a Bangor (North Wales) cinema when it first came out. Constant and continuous laughter. There was no let up. No time for you to breath to get over laughing. When I came out of the cinema I, like most of the rest of the audience, was aching with pain from the laughter. It was and remains the funniest film I've ever seen.

[@deborahgonzalezknight168]

The parrot.😂😂😂😂

[@andybyron1]

I could watch this over and over, absolutely hilarious

[@stixpooper3704]

This interview shows other talents that he had and how naturally funny he was. One of a kind!

[@44johnson44]

so glad I stumbled upon this. Peter Sellers is my all time favorite. It hurt so bad when we lost him.

[@Sundae_Times]

Oh, get over it

[@shazshanaa6425]

He was a comedy genius. Its Peter's bloopers that are my all time favorites, especially the one in the lift.

[@pauli2169]

Parkinson is completely entranced by this genius, and the genius is able to perform because of Parkinson. Two great talents

[@koala6016]

Synergy.

[@mikekaylor1226]

The best comedic actor that has ever lived. Absolutely brilliant!

[@gillwilkinsongw]

What an absolute genius the great Peter Sellers was. I am very fortunate to have seen most of his films and been alive when he was.

[@roger_melly5025]

A phenomenally talented and funny guy.

[@jamesmoon8947]

Splendid,fond memories.

[@richardisaac4572]

There are no people like Sellers any more - nor Michael Parkinson’s. We are bereaved of real talents.

[@plentinough7222]

Seems as such.

[@skronked]

So right.

[@whittlepixels5633]

Well Michael parkinson is still alive you bloody doughnut.

[@zeltzamer4010]

The old hath borne the most.

[@kingy002]

More fuckin' drivel.

[@leewilliams7052]

Just watched this in awe of the man. Absolute genius 💙

[@huntonpeck]

A marvelously relaxed and entertaining interview with an absolutely brilliant entertainer. Peter Sellers was astonishingly talented.

[@brianaxel4589]

Truly extraordinary performer, that Peter Sellers! Even after havin' a bit of a drink, still pulling off the ukulele solo - quite something.

[@LarsGunblade]

This is probably the best interview Peter Sellers ever gave. You don't encounter people this talented very often.

[@PetroicaRodinogaster264]

that is such a weird statement. Of course there plenty before and since, even now who are as good and better. He was great, but he had so many foibles and they were such an obstacle. A lot of his characters could not be done today.

[@fergusdonaghy3124]

@@PetroicaRodinogaster264 I can't think of anyone today as influential or as interesting

[@fergusdonaghy3124]

@Jan van Erven I do agree a bit. Sellers was a perfectionist who wanted total control of all aspects of his life . THe opening skit had been done previously and was taken from the producers. I think the acts in the interview were rehearsed or planned. But the questions about his family and marriages appeared to be spontaneous and natural.

[@degsbabe]

Absolutely. A real gem. I noticed his finger went to the exact same spot in the book , so it was rehearsed. But who cares ? He knew it all by heart. A troubled but great genius.

[@hmq9052]

That first joke about Unforgettable was pretty painful and hackneyed

[@LPJack02]

RIP Peter Sellers (September 8, 1925 - July 24, 1980), aged 54 And RIP Sir Michael Parkinson (March 28, 1935 - August 16, 2023), aged 88 You both will be remembered as legends.

[@RWBHere]

Sad to hear. I met Parky several times, long before he became famous, around 1958 to 1963. He was a nephew of one of my grandparents.

[@kingy002]

@@RWBHere And????

[@johannebaker9730]

What a talent . Thank goodness we have these lost stars on film for posterity and history of our times. ❤

[@jimvinespresents...8463]

I'll say here what I've always known: Peter Sellers was an absolute genius! Such a great talent! Thanks for posting!

[@andrewclark5444]

The best

[@daisies53]

Uncle of my family was his casting agent for years and was great friends with him.

[@whodatninja439]

he was also completely insane.

[@RWBHere]

Spike Milligan might have been much more unbalanced than Peter Sellars. @@whodatninja439

[@AJGeeTV]

Two great men. One superb video. Never to be repeated nowadays as a 'Modern Audience' would neither be able to understand the humour, nor would they able to be not offended.

[@kingy002]

Utter fuckin' drivel! Such a stupid hackneyed statement these days.

[@PhilipAlvers]

We didn't know how good we had it in those days; i.e. Music, Entertainment ,films with good stories!!

[@VictorGate]

Sellers before he went to Hollywood was just brilliant. I am lucky enough to have seen or heard him on stage screen and radio in the day. I was told by a Hotel Manager present at the time that when touring the British Variety Theatres with the Goons in the 1960s, the after show gatherings in the Hotels they were staying in during the tours were hilarious almost a continuation of the stage show..

[@JonSwinfield]

Even to this day Peter Sellers is just a naturally funny and extremely talented man Very few celebrities will ever match his skills, intelligence and wide ranging talent

[@eamonnbrady5050]

Different class. Both of them. Peter Sellars a genius. No TV like this today.

[@stuartgoodall7258]

As a comic, Sellers was unique, and a brilliant mimic who could colour his voice brilliantly. Great fun ...

[@cven1103]

Genius, still a fan in 2024 RIP x

[@shingshang8]

I have already watched this video so many times, and I wish that it was longer. It is one of the best interviews that I have ever seen by anyone. It is so sad to see Peter be so funny, and then to see how serious and sad he gets whenever talking about his personal life. The humanity that he displayed is so heartbreaking. I am one of those however, that believe that pain is what creates the best art, and Peter Sellers proveed that. Thank you so much for posting this video.

[@brigittegeorg]

Oh BRILLIANT! That's the way to start the New Year. When Peter laughs toward the end of playing, just love it. ❤️

[@clivefrear1784]

Happy memories! Great interview

[@markgriffiths4445]

A wonderful comic genius and phenomenal story teller. He suffered for his art and for that we should be thankful for his sharing. I could listen to him for hours.

[@apriltajic9232]

Comic Genius right there - alongside Spike Milligan and Robin Williams. Still making us laugh after all these years. Have to love the brilliance of the Internet - giving younger people like me the opportunity to experience the humour of these brilliant comedians years before I was old enough to appreciate them. I now know exactly why my Mum and Dad would be in hysterics watching these guys. Thanks for sharing!

[@mauricegartshore9105]

All you can do is sit back and admire this man's talent.

[@georgeanderson7499]

No comic on planet Earth was funnier than Peter Sellers. He was the master.

[@kingy002]

I'm sorry, but that is a silly statement. There have been scores of highly talented people in the pass and there will be more in the future.

[@keyser021]

@@kingy002 Comics are impersonating Sellars, he is the gold standard.

[@londonerwalks]

If they still made programs like this, I'd happily pay my license fee.

[@shaun5944]

The man was an absolute genius, soooooooo funny, absolute natural, thanks for all the laughs Peter Sellers

[@Bippy55]

Sept. 2024 - I’m incredibly happy that I discovered this interview of a talented gifted performer/star by anybody’s standards.

[@MrAshtute]

2 greats at their own job....very funny man and a man who could get anyone to talk

[@dranand123]

Absolutely admire PS really miss this immensely talented man 😂

[@jomama5186]

That little song was really cute and sweet. I'm glad I came across this. What a treat ! Thank you for sharing this !🧡🙏

[@Sjb2077]

A distinct privilege to be able to watch this in 2022. Such talent and such an entertainer. The Goons was for me the funniest show ever. And Peter Sellars as the Inspector Cluseau (excuse spelling) brings back memories of his acting presence in every scene in those films. A distinct pleasure, thank you Mr Sellars

[@michaelmccartney8506]

This is like two guys in a pub getting steadily inebriated while trying to entertain each other and it’s bloody brilliant

[@sunalouw348]

I didn’t know his early work but absolutely loved him in inspector Clouseau and the Pink Panther. Very Sad that he died so young. He had a very unique talent.

[@presleyslave]

I could watch and listen to him for hours. So so talented, and funny beyond words. Gone too soon. Thanks for all the laughter.

[@stephaniecarrow4898]

What a brilliant, amazing talent. This interview showcased his extraordinary range better than any movie I've seen him in, including Dr. Strangelove. And what an emotional ride this interview was ~ from hilarity and awe to some really touching moments. Not just the honesty about his failed marriages, but his seriousness about the moment of creation and nailing a scene. This interview is a gem, and so was Peter Sellers. Thank you so much for posting this. (As an American, I loved his impression of our speech!)

[@fergusdonaghy3124]

Parkinson tends to bring out the best in his interviewees and even in 1974 was a big hitter. Sellers knew this and produced a perfectly engineered and timeless performance that Sellers recognised would help cement his reputation forever . This wasn't just an interview, but a self-epitaph . Demonstrated by the fact that Sellers continues to mystify and confound people to this day. And this performance is blowing minds nearly fifty years later.

[@stephaniecarrow4898]

@@fergusdonaghy3124 Mind-blowing, yes! But was it really engineered? It seemed so impromptu to me ~ maybe he had those stories up his sleeve to draw on, but which ones he chose and in what order seemed unrehearsed. In any event, we lost him way too soon. I wish there'd been many more of these showcases for him, engineered or otherwise!

[@chuckselvage3157]

Peter Sellers was a very talented comedian and actor RIP. Thanks for sharing.

[@derekstocker6661]

The absolute comic genius of Peter Sellers, really loved this comedian and his humour will live on in clips such as this, thanks for the upload and RIP Peter.

[@flowerbedmusic2674]

20:15 Brilliant! Never heard anyone do that before. I keep rewinding it. Love it. ha ha

[@corey-bird3489]

Andy Kaufman vibe

[@robintyson591]

Brilliant interview. Thank you Peter and Michael.

[@jasonspurrell1729]

An amazing talent .. Sadly I was too young to appreciate how funny Peter Sellers was before he passed.... but I've fondly become a big fan since. RIP Peter, you were an amazing talent. God speed.

[@skizzysmith1146]

He was a wonderful, talented performer. He gave so much to us, and maybe his personal life was not what he would have wanted. Rest in peace, Peter, we miss you still.

[@davidwilletts7638]

I'm so glad that I found this. Absolutely amazing and brilliant! Genius may be an overused word but Peter Sellers was definitely one!!

[@TheJamesRedwood]

I had a tape of this whenI was a child, I memorised the entire thing, very moving to actually see it for the first time at age 51.

[@altongrimes]

Humor like this is such a treasure. An oasis from the often dreary quality of the life about us.

[@davis7099]

It is unimaginable that a celebrity guest now could pull of this extraordinary display of talent.

[@atallguynh]

David B not quite today, but fairly recently. Check out Robin Williams on Inside The Actor's Studio. There was so much material that they made it into a double episode.

[@quackbiology]

Sacha Baron Cohen

[@edmund3750]

Thanks M was good friends with cousin John Frear Hester

[@ianmedium]

@@quackbiology not at all, a one dimensional person in what he does. Likewise his humour is based upon putting down people.

[@markdemell3717]

I now know what a Hooray Harry is ,,,,I have met a few of those on the golf course especially.

[@JimiHendrix998]

Thank you for this upload. Peter was without peer. Sadly missed.

[@sarahkorver2439]

😂😂😂😂😂 I absolutely bloody love Peter Sellers! The guy was a genius! Such a shame he was taken away from us too soon! My grandma only had to see a photo of him and start crying with laughter lol

[@harrygeorge3220]

Hello Sarah How are you doing today?

[@garyspillett7103]

DEARLY DEPARTED PETER WHAT JOY YOU BROUGHT TO THIS SAD MAD WORLD....I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU,!!

[@nathelondon3719]

Peter Sellers the living proof that there is a very fine line between genius and lunacy. 😢

[@vincentmizzoni6999]

A man most comfortable in his characters, and not so much in his soul. With pain comes coverup, and to put on the face of a clown. You were hilarious and dark , as is life...

[@edithsymmans3273]

Peter Sellers was a wonderfully talented man, just adored him... RIP PETER SELLERS.

[@AGreg-wz2ou]

Excellent video! What a fantastic actor he was, hysterical and adorable!!❤

[@seanalbin]

When I was about 14 years old, I watched the pink panther for the first time and I could not stop laughing. Since then I watched all pink panther films many times.

[@SuperTed19021]

Great to hear him in his own voice. An genius who cannot be replaced.

[@garymorgan3314]

As proposed to one who....!? Agreed though suspect 'Being There' is not your favourite of his ouevre!

[@garymorgan3314]

@Jan van Erven Pretty much the impression I have. He was usually referred to as brilliant, a genius though!

[@garymorgan3314]

@Jan van Erven Thanks. Certainly he has the mannerisns of the gifted raconteur (compare the true improviser? Peter Cook, who eyes are sharply alive, engages ,(usually) Dudley More and seems to be just 'finding' the words. In a lowly way I'm an improviser...you made me think. Always good!

[@koitorob]

I think it was Spike who said first thing in the morning staying at Pete's flat, he heard him quietly going through different voices trying to find his own.

[@hypnotised-clover]

​@@garymorgan3314You need meds.

[@bmkbmk4469]

He was as close to a genius as any actor could be described..2023 and still how he goes from one character to another, this can not be taught ......many have said he was mad in real life ...thank god for madness I say ..RIP

[@RobinHood-hk5dk]

Peter was wonderful. A marvellous actor, radio and stage performer. He was brilliant as Inspector Clouseau in Pink Panther movies.

[@PlatoCave]

Master of accents. What a great accomplished actor and a lovely human being.

[@richardelcome9452]

Even the Pink Panther outtakes are funnier than most modern films.

[@laksivrak2203]

*more funny 😂

[@seanalbin]

Totally agree

[@guaporeturns9472]

Does your dog bite?

[@RichardStjorre]

​@@guaporeturns9472 yeah just he dont like it when I bite back ❤😂😂😂😂

[@hypnotised-clover]

​@@laksivrak2203How is funnier incorrect?

[@tonywalton1052]

I was lucky enough to have been in the audience at the BBC tv Centre when this was recorded in 1974. Sellers was kind to me, offered me his cigarette, a unfiltered lucky strike.

[@Ireneclarke-le6ed]

so what......nasty piece of work

[@joeorwell4323]

Absolutely brilliant ❤

[@porroh869]

That was fantastic, what a man thanks for sharing this

[@DerekArmsden]

The happiest 36 minutes of my week! Thank you.

[@joethelionjoethelion]

Being there I saw it recently and left a tremendous impression! Utterly delightful! Brilliant

[@trevorphillips1207]

There will never be another like Peter Sellers, everything he did was pure gold. The American announcer voice got me laughing so hard. One of my favourite movies of all times is The Ladykillers, Sellers & Alec Guinness are superb, as are all the other cast.

[@stephaniecarrow4898]

I'm American, and the American announcer voice got the biggest laugh out of me. Loved it!

[@MichelleLuke-x8u]

Pure talent pure joy pure genuine Love the Pink Panther movies Peter Sellers will always be loved and missed ❤❤❤R.I.P. Peter GOD bless

[@pag1413]

Genius Is regularly overused but not with Peter Sellers 10/10

[@rsd338]

and a natural as a musician...miss him...awesome

[@philoshaughnessy906]

Absolutely!

[@AndySalinger33]

Right on!

[@adrianlarkins7259]

Genius indeed, but like most geniuses, bordering on insanity. He and Spike were the essence 1950/60's British humour. Both still make me double up with laughter. Gone too early but never forgotten. RIP Peter Sellers & Spike Milligoon.

[@garymorgan3314]

Actually Peter Cook was. And not mad at all. This genius/madman schtick is overdone, I think.

[@orchardist6559]

The"Laurence" skit so brilliant. Alec Guiness walk and talk just amazing. Thanks for posting.

[@themessenger5868]

I was ten years old when Peter died and like many was terribly saddened. It had seemed to me by the age of 11 that all the genius performers were gone. Elvis, John Lennon and Peter sellers. Rest in peace guy's, boy have I missed you all. Marc

[@colinwilliams553]

I was twevle when he died. I remember very well he was my comedy hero.as a young man of color,he always made me laugh.there was more to him than just inspector cluesau. What a great comedic character actor.i realize after watching this clip how much I miss him. R.I.P Peter Sellers.

[@themessenger5868]

@@colinwilliams553 Indeed !

[@riantowl]

Guy's what?

[@dennisbailey6067]

How Sellers could change characters so fast.Made many peoples lives happier.

[@juliaabadi6812]

I love how he started to speak with a Yorkshire accent once he was talking about his father.

[@opencurtin]

I love these classic Parkinson interviews form the 70s , there's something so magical about them ...

[@TPQ1980]

Mortimer Before political correctness had got a grip on Western culture, so people were more open and free to express themselves.

[@HeavyMetalSonicRM]

TV was for adults back then. Now it's to keep unemployed people in a constant state of "duuuuuuuuh".

[@TheMatrix1776]

i keep coming back to this over and over,idk why

[@KN-lq4zv]

God only knows the level of comedic genius we would have seen from sellers had he lived on. He had plenty left to give, death always adds another level to our perspective of someone’s ability, often glorifying it beyond what it was, but with this guy he truly was a genius . Such a shame for him to leave us so soon.

[@timsan55]

Amazing. All those chord changes and I don't think he looked down at the fretboard once ! Great stuff.

[@jamesneilsongrahamloveinth1301]

He looks happiest making music . . .

[@johnrider5701]

Peter Sellers a comedy genius who left us way too soon.

[@markmarsh27]

I finally saw Being There last night. .... The Like of Peter Sellers will NEVER come this way again. .... He was a diverse and dedicated genius..... only 55 when he died..... a truly terrible loss.

[@dubchile]

Well said sir, well said

[@arricammarques1955]

Brilliant actor & photographer.

[@mikenicholas9017]

An absolute masterpiece.

[@haraldpettersen3649]

This video is a gem for those who like Peter Sellers. Thanks for all the laughter .

[@stuartlodge1959]

Loved that, many thanks

[@shonblackwell860]

Holy Crap! As an American I've always loved Peter Sellers, But seeing him on British Late Night is very enlightening! He never broke character.

[@QHarefield]

i keep returning to this, year after year, and it cracks me up every time!