Peter Cook
Biography
Peter Cook was a British comedian, actor, satirist, playwright, and screenwriter. He was born on November 17, 1937, in Torquay, Devon, England, UK. Cook was known for his influential work in modern British comedy, particularly in the 1960s. He was associated with anti-establishment comedy that emerged in Britain and the USA in the late 1950s. Cook's work was also described as the "funniest man who ever drew breath" by Stephen Fry. He appeared in several films, including Černá zmije, Ready, Steady, Go!, and One Saturday Morning. Cook passed away on January 9, 1995, at the age of 57.
Career overview
Peter Cook was a renowned English comedian and actor. He is closely associated with anti-establishment comedy that emerged in Britain and the USA in the late 1950s. Cook's work was both influential and controversial, with many regarding him as the leading light of the British satire boom of the 1960s.
Cook's acting credits include a number of notable films and television shows. While specific titles are not mentioned in the provided sources, it is known that he appeared in films such as Černá zmije and Ready, Steady, Go!, as well as the television show One Saturday Morning. His work often featured satirical elements, reflecting his reputation as a satirist and comedian.
Throughout his career, Cook accumulated a total of 95 acting credits. His work had a significant impact on the development of British comedy, and he remains an influential figure in the industry. Despite his passing in 1995, Cook's legacy continues to be celebrated by fans of satire and comedy.
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105 titles- Joan Rivers at the BBC (2024) as Self (archive footage)
- Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser (2021) as Mad Hatter (archive footage) (uncredited)
- The Undiscovered Peter Cook (2016) as Self (archive footage)
- Peter Cook and Dudley Moore: The Missing Sketches (2016) as Self (archive footage)
- The Kate Bush Story: Running Up That Hill (2014) as Self (archive footage)
- Blackadder's Most Cunning Moments (2008) as Self - Richard III (archive footage) (uncredited)
- Gaybo Laughs Back (2008) as Self (archive footage)
- Remember the Secret Policeman's Ball? (2004) as Self (archive footage)
- The Best of Peter Cook and Dudley Moore (2003) as Self (archive footage)
- Offensive: The Real Derek and Clive (2002) as Self (archive footage)
- Peter Cook: At a Slight Angle to the Universe (2002) as Self (archive footage)
- Some Interesting Facts About Peter Cook (1995) as Self
- Room 101 (1994) as Self
- Black Beauty (1994) as Lord Wexmire
- Peter Cook Talks Golf Balls (1994) as Alec Dunroonie/Dr. Dieter Liedbetter/Major Titherly Glibble/Bill Rossi
- Peter Cook Talks Golf Balls (1994) Writer
- One Foot in the Grave: One Foot in the Algarve (1993) as Martin Trout
- Clive Anderson Talks Back: Peter Cook (1993) as Norman House / Sir James Beauchamp / Alan Latchley / Eric Daley
- Clive Anderson Talks Back: Peter Cook (1993) Writer
- Gone to Seed (1992) as Wesley Willis
- Roger Mellie: The Man on the Telly (1991) as Roger Mellie
- Roger Mellie: The Man On The Telly (1991) as Roger Mellie
- Have I Got News for You (1990) as Self
- A Life In Pieces (1990) as Sir Arthur Streeb-Greebling
- The Best of What's Left of Not Only But Also (1990)
- The Best of What's Left of Not Only But Also (1990) Creator
- A Life in Pieces (1990) as Arthur Streeb-Greebling
- Great Balls of Fire! (1989) as First English Reporter
- Saturday Night Clive (1989)
- Getting It Right (1989) as Mr. Adrian
- Clive Anderson Talks Back (1989) Creator
- The Secret Policeman’s Biggest Ball (1989) as Self
- Whose Line Is It Anyway? (1988) as Self
- Without a Clue (1988) as Greenhough
- Mr Jolly Lives Next Door (1988) as Mr Jolly
- Jake's Journey (1988) as King Arthur
- The Princess Bride (1987) as The Impressive Clergyman
- Whoops Apocalypse (1986) as Sir Mortimer Chris (Prime Minister)
- KLM: Diplomatix (1985) as Narrator
- Supergirl: The Making of the Movie (1985) as Self / Nigel
- The Mind of David Berglas (1985)
- Kenny Everett's Christmas Carol (1985) as the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
- John Lennon: A Journey in the Life (1985) as Reverend
- Supergirl (1984) as Nigel
- Blackadder (1983) as Richard III
- Yellowbeard (1983) as Lord Percy Lambourn
- Yellowbeard (1983) Writer
- Group Madness (1983) as Self
- The Comic Strip Presents... (1982) as Mr. Jolly
- The Kenny Everett Television Show (1982) as The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
- Night of 100 Stars (1982) as Self
- Electric Blue 007 (1982) as Self
- The Secret Policeman's Other Ball (1982) as Self - Various Roles
- The Two of Us (1981) as Robert Brentwood
- Late Flowering Love (1981)
- An Audience with Dudley Moore (1981)
- Peter Cook & Co. (1980) as Various Characters
- Peter Cook & Co. (1980) Writer
- Friday Night, Saturday Morning (1979)
- The Secret Policeman's Ball (1979) as Various Roles
- Derek and Clive Get the Horn (1979) as Clive
- Derek and Clive Get the Horn (1979) Writer
- An Audience with... (1978) as Self
- The Hound of the Baskervilles (1978) as Sherlock Holmes
- The Hound of the Baskervilles (1978) Writer
- Revolver (1978) as Self - Host
- The Mermaid Frolics (1977) as E. L. Wisty
- The Mermaid Frolics (1977) Writer
- The Secret Policeman's Ball (1976) as Self
- Pleasure at Her Majesty's (1976) as Self
- Find the Lady (1976) as Lewenhak
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self - Host
- Mill Hill (1972) as Peter Trilby
- The Adventures of Barry McKenzie (1972) as Dominic
- Film '72 (1971) as Self
- Where Do I Sit? (1971)
- The Rise and Rise of Michael Rimmer (1970) as Michael Rimmer
- The Rise and Rise of Michael Rimmer (1970) Writer
- The Bed Sitting Room (1969) as Inspector
- Monte Carlo or Bust! (1969) as Maj. Digby Dawlish
- The Dick Cavett Show (1968) as Self - Guest
- Frost on Sunday (1968) as Self – Guest
- A Dandy in Aspic (1968) as Prentiss
- Goodbye Again (1968) as Various
- Goodbye Again (1968) Writer
- Omnibus (1967) as Self (archive footage)
- A Series of Bird's (1967)
- Bedazzled (1967) as George Spiggot
- Bedazzled (1967) Story
- Bedazzled (1967) Screenplay
- The Wrong Box (1966) as Morris Finsbury
- Alice in Wonderland (1966) as Mad Hatter
- Thirty-Minute Theatre (1965) as Peter Trilby
- Top of the Pops (1964) as Self
- Not Only... But Also (1964)
- Not Only... But Also (1964) Writer
- Beyond the Fringe (1964) as Various Characters
- Beyond the Fringe (1964) Writer
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self
- The Merv Griffin Show (1962) as Self
- That Was The Week That Was (1962) Writer
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- Tempo (1961) as Self
- Ten Thousand Talents (1960)
- Bachelor of Hearts (1958) as Pedestrian in Street (uncredited)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Peter Cook best known for?
Peter Cook is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Castle Impossible (2025), Belle Époque (1992), Black Beauty (1994), Persona (1966).
When and where was Peter Cook born?
Peter Cook was born on November 17, 1937 in Torquay, Devon, England, UK. They passed away on January 9, 1995.
How many credits does Peter Cook have?
Peter Cook has accumulated over 105 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1958 to 2024.
What is Peter Cook's background in cinema and television?
Peter Cook was a British comedian, actor, satirist, playwright, and screenwriter. He was born on November 17, 1937, in Torquay, Devon, England, UK. Cook was known for his influential work in modern British comedy, particularly in the 1960s. He was associated with anti-establishment comedy that emerged in Britain and th...