Peter Sellers - Parkinson Interview: very funny!

[@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!

[@salliegarrett5496]

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

[@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.

[@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!!

[@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.

[@commanderkeen3787]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.😂😂😂😂

[@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.

[@clivefrear1784]

Happy memories! Great interview

[@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

[@roger_melly5025]

A phenomenally talented and funny guy.

[@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

[@andybyron1]

I could watch this over and over, absolutely hilarious

[@ladyhawke1357]

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

[@bodyslamhimjeff]

Can’t get the wood, you know

[@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.

[@mikekaylor1226]

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

[@jamesmoon8947]

Splendid,fond memories.

[@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.

[@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????

[@pauli2169]

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

[@koala6016]

Synergy.

[@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.

[@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.

[@huntonpeck]

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

[@chuckselvage3157]

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

[@shazshanaa6425]

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

[@robintyson591]

Brilliant interview. Thank you Peter and Michael.

[@JimiHendrix998]

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

[@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.

[@jomama5186]

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

[@leewilliams7052]

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

[@mauricegartshore9105]

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

[@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!

[@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

[@stixpooper3704]

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

[@brigittegeorg]

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

[@brianaxel4589]

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

[@cven1103]

Genius, still a fan in 2024 RIP x

[@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..

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@stuartgoodall7258]

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

[@eamonnbrady5050]

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

[@AGreg-wz2ou]

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

[@johannebaker9730]

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

[@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

[@PhilipAlvers]

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

[@Bippy55]

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

[@shaun5944]

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

[@chrisadye1590]

If you read Parkinson's autobiography Peter Sellers nearly refused to come on at the last minute. Allowing him to come on as a character and clown around got over his fears, but you could sense a change in confidence as soon as Parkinson started asking any personal questions. A brilliant but complex man.

[@pooy9308]

Yes it seems he found it hard to get emotionally close to anyone.

[@velvetcherrylips]

How I managed to stop worrying and love the bomb, the president, the Professor, Mandrake, I was in tears of laughter!!!

[@judgeyourself7206]

Yeah, at @1:50 you see the anxiety of the serious part of the interview.

[@garyfrancis5015]

Martin Another person actors who have died like Peter Sellers who with more knowledge of mild autism now can say he had autism traits. Very good copying people with his great characters in the Goon show and The Pink Panther. He possibly would have been said to be on the spectrum if he was around in today's world.

[@VambeefcoHorzey]

@@garyfrancis5015 Possibly, but no real excuse for how badly the treated many others in his life.

[@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.

[@stuartlodge1959]

Loved that, many thanks

[@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.

[@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?

[@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!!

[@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.

[@londonerwalks]

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

[@joeorwell4323]

Absolutely 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.

[@DerekArmsden]

The happiest 36 minutes of my week! Thank you.

[@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.

[@MrAshtute]

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

[@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.

[@elizabethshepherd7651]

I have this whole interview. It is my oldest VHS recording which I made in 1980 when Peter died and they showed this from 1974. Having watched it several times, I'm convinced there was vodka in the water holder as he started off relatively reserved and got increasingly gregarious as the interview went on. Absolutely wonderful episode of Parky, showcasing Peter's talents.

[@PartTimeSarah2]

What I wouldn’t give for a copy of the whole interview!

[@MrDaiseymay]

And 'Parky'' is still the Best interviewer

[@kiwitrainguy]

I was starting to think that it was something a bit more potent than water in that flask.

[@redeyedhobbit]

I agree that is prob not water in the bottle, I'm sure it's brandy tho they mentioned going for a brandy a lot during the goon show intervals 🤔 great interview in any case

[@altongrimes]

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

[@joethelionjoethelion]

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

[@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?

[@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.

[@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.

[@porroh869]

That was fantastic, what a man thanks for sharing this

[@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

[@haraldpettersen3649]

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

[@michaelmccartney8506]

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

[@garyspillett7103]

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

[@dranand123]

Absolutely admire PS really miss this immensely talented man 😂

[@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 . . .

[@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.

[@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!

[@traceyrychewhite6374]

Peter Sellers was one of the greatest comedic actors of his time. Movie such as, The Party, Being There and Where does it hurt always crack me up. I wish they would come out with a box set of all his best movies. Thank you for sharing!

[@trendingtv4882]

Tracey Ryche White there is one i have it

[@Rony2453]

I loved him in BEING THERE.

[@orchardist6559]

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

[@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.

[@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?

[@paulbriant4693]

Where has comedy gone, superb.

[@JohnJenkins-l4p]

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

[@TheMatrix1776]

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

[@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".

[@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

[@QHarefield]

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

[@edithsymmans3273]

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

[@johnclay7644]

Great interview

[@High-Def]

This is just wonderful to watch. I am really happy to see that the interviewer had the presence of mind to just observe and lightly participate as the great Peter Sellers said his goodbyes to his fans. As a deeply antisocial and complicated character, every moment in the spotlight must have been a struggle. I love the fact that his movies played a big part in my upbringing and i am sad that he never really got to grow old. I would have loved to hear his take on modern times. Of course, he would have been 92 but still...

[@blueheaven4838]

How old would that make that you Sir ?

[@GradKat]

This interview also demonstrates the charm and talent of the host, Michael Parkinson, who has just died.

[@dareks8000]

What a wonderful piece of classic television.

[@RobinHood-hk5dk]

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

[@mogensrasmussen8414]

Watched it again just 3 weeks later. Thoughtful, Serious, funny and very entertaining. A real treat. RIP you two :-)

[@WandaHennig]

Brilliant. 🤩 What a genius. And what generosity of spirit too.

[@PlatoCave]

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