Michael Crawford
Biography
Michael Crawford is an English actor and singer born on January 19, 1942, in Salisbury, Wiltshire, England, UK. He has a career spanning over four decades, with credits in radio, television, film, and stage work on both London's West End and Broadway in New York City. He is known for originating the title role in a notable musical and for playing a character in a popular British sitcom. Crawford has gained recognition and acclaim for his performances, and his work has been widely recognized. He has also been involved in various other projects, including films and television shows.
Career overview
Michael Crawford is an English actor and singer. He has had a career spanning over four decades, working in radio, television, film, and stage productions on both London's West End and Broadway in New York City. Crawford is known for his work in various mediums, including television, film, and stage.
In television, Crawford played the title role in a popular British sitcom, which made him a household name and famous to millions around the world. He also originated the title role in a notable musical production. In addition to his television work, Crawford has also appeared in film productions.
Crawford's stage career has included work in London's West End and on Broadway. He originated the title role in a notable musical production, which was directed by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Crawford's performance in this production earned him recognition and acclaim. He has also appeared in other stage productions, including a notable series of performances from 1986 to 1991.
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Full Filmography
57 titles- Mike Yarwood: Thank You For The Laughs (2023) as Self
- Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em: 50 Years Of Laughs (2023) as Self (archive footage)
- Remembers… (2022) as Self
- Broadway: Beyond the Golden Age (2021) as Self
- All Star Musicals (2017) as Self - Mentor
- Private Eyes (2016) as Attendant
- Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em Sport Relief Special (2016) as Frank Spencer
- Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em Sport Relief Special (2016) Writer
- Directing Dolly: Gene Kelly Remembered (2013) as Self (archive footage)
- The Story of Musicals (2012) as Self (archive footage)
- The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall (2011) as The Phantom - Original Cast: Finale
- Phantom of the Opera: Behind the Mask (2006) as Self - "Phantom" - Original Cast
- It Started with Swap Shop (2006) as Self
- The Funny Blokes of British Comedy (2005) as Frank Spencer (archive footage) (uncredited)
- My Favorite Broadway: The Love Songs (2001) as Self
- Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve (1999) as Self
- The Heaven and Earth Show (1998)
- Parkinson (1998) as Self
- Michael Crawford in Concert (1998) as Himself
- The Fantastic World of Michael Crawford (1996) as Self
- Once Upon a Forest (1993) as Cornelius (voice)
- David Foster's Christmas Album (1993) as Self
- Andrew Lloyd Webber: The Premiere Collection Encore (1992) as Self
- Pebble Mill (1991) as Self
- Going Live! (1987) as Self
- Barnum (1986) as Phineas Taylor Barnum
- Condorman (1981) as Woody
- Sorry... (1978) as Ferdinand Vanek
- To Be Perfectly Frank (1977) as Self
- Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em (1973) as Frank Spencer
- Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (1972) as White Rabbit
- Film '72 (1971) as Self
- Play for Today (1970)
- The Games (1970) as Harry Hayes
- The Policeman and the Cook (1970) as Constable Gough
- Hello-Goodbye (1970) as Harry England
- Hello, Dolly! (1969) as Cornelius Hackl
- How I Won the War (1967) as Goodbody
- The Jokers (1967) as Michael Tremayne
- A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1966) as Hero
- The Knack... and How to Get It (1965) as Colin
- Not So Much a Programme, More a Way of Life (1964)
- Two Left Feet (1963) as Alan Crabbe
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self
- The War Lover (1962) as Sgt. Junior Sailen
- Sir Francis Drake (1961) as John Drake
- Two Living, One Dead (1961) as Nils Lindwall
- A French Mistress (1960) as Kent
- One Step Beyond (1959) as Tony Hudson
- Soapbox Derby (1958) as Peter Toms
- Blow Your Own Trumpet (1958) as Jim Fenn
- Armchair Theatre (1956) as Dermot Drage
- Armchair Theatre (1956) as Edward
- ITV Play of the Week (1955) as Tony
- Dixon of Dock Green (1955) as Howard Garland
- Miss Universe (1955) as Self - Entertainment
- Broadway: The Next Generation as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Michael Crawford best known for?
Michael Crawford is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Remembers… (2022), Love Field (1992), Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988), Parkinson (1998).
When and where was Michael Crawford born?
Michael Crawford was born on January 19, 1942 in Salisbury, Wiltshire, England, UK.
How many credits does Michael Crawford have?
Michael Crawford has accumulated over 57 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1955 to 2023.
What is Michael Crawford's background in cinema and television?
Michael Crawford is an English actor and singer born on January 19, 1942, in Salisbury, Wiltshire, England, UK. He has a career spanning over four decades, with credits in radio, television, film, and stage work on both London's West End and Broadway in New York City. He is known for originating the title role in a not...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em (1973) as Frank Spencer — aged about 31
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self — aged about 20
- Private Eyes (2016) as Attendant — aged about 74
- Remembers… (2022) as Self — aged about 80
- Hello, Dolly! (1969) as Cornelius Hackl — aged about 27
- Play for Today (1970) — aged about 28
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