Tom Parker

Tom Parker

Born: June 26, 1909
Died: January 21, 1997
in Breda, Noord-Brabant, Netherlands
Andreas Cornelis van Kuijk, more commonly known as "Colonel" Tom Parker, was a Dutch-born musical entrepreneur, best known for being Elvis Presley's manager. Born in the Netherlands, Parker immigrated illegally to the United States at the age of 20. He then changed his name and claimed to have been born in the United States. A carnival worker by background, Parker moved into music promotion in 1938, working with one of the first popular crooners, Gene Austin, and then country music singers Eddy Arnold, Hank Snow, and Tommy Sands in his early career. He also assisted Jimmie Davis's campaign to become Governor of Louisiana. As a reward, Davis gave him the honorary rank of "colonel" in the Louisiana State Militia. Parker encountered Elvis Presley in 1955 and by 1956 had become his sole representative.

Movies for Tom Parker...

Hound Dog
Title: Hound Dog
Character: Self
Released: April 8, 2024
Type: Movie
The story of Elvis’s highest, and final descent in his career which eventually leads to his death in 1977. The real documentary tribute to The King Of Rock And Roll, Elvis Aron Presley.
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The Last Repair Shop
Title: The Last Repair Shop
Character: Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Released: February 16, 2024
Type: Movie
In a warehouse in the heart of Los Angeles, a dwindling handful of devoted craftspeople maintain more than 80,000 student musical instruments, the largest remaining workshop in America of its kind. Meet four unforgettable characters whose broken-and-repaired lives have been dedicated to bringing so much more than music to the schoolchildren of this city.
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Reinventing Elvis: The 68' Comeback
Title: Reinventing Elvis: The 68' Comeback
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: July 30, 2023
Type: Movie
The making of Elvis Presley's famous live TV concert and the chaotic behind the scenes. It was the most-watched television event of the year with nearly half of the audience tuned in to watch Presley perform in his iconic black leather suit.
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ZZ Top - That Little Ol' Band from Texas
Title: ZZ Top - That Little Ol' Band from Texas
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: June 1, 2019
Type: Movie
The story of how three oddball teenage bluesmen became one of the biggest, most beloved bands on the planet.
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The King
Title: The King
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: June 22, 2018
Type: Movie
A cultural portrait of the American dream at a critical time in the nation’s history. Set against the 2016 American election, The King takes a musical road trip across the country in Elvis Presley's 1963 Rolls Royce.
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Title: Elvis Presley: The Searcher
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: April 14, 2018
Type: TV
The story of Elvis Presley the musical artist, a comprehensive creative journey from his childhood through the final 1976 Jungle Room recording sessions.
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Elvis and the Girl from Vienna
Title: Elvis and the Girl from Vienna
Character: Self
Released: August 14, 2017
Type: Movie
In August, 1956, Elvis Presley started shooting his first feature film, Love Me Tender. At his side was his manager, Colonel Tom Parker and his just-hired secretary, Trude Forsher. ELVIS AND THE GIRL FROM VIENNA is Trude’s account of how Elvis’ career went from a southern United States singing sensation to a global legend. Over the five years that Trude worked with Elvis and the Colonel, she observed first hand the legendary moments in Elvis life. It is not only the story of Elvis’ rise to fame, but of one of his most personal confidants, who escaped the ravages of WW2 to get the job a million girls dreamed of - Elvis private secretary.
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Elvis Found Alive
Title: Elvis Found Alive
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: January 24, 2012
Type: Movie
In this mockumentary spoof of Elvis theories, Elvis has been FOUND ALIVE! After visiting Graceland, a Freedom of Information Act request is made for US government files on Elvis Presley. Incredibly, documents arrived from the FBI revealing an address for Federal Agent "Jon Burrows," Elvis' 1970's alias, in Simi Valley, California.
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Elvis by the Presleys
Title: Elvis by the Presleys
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: May 13, 2005
Type: Movie
Priscilla Presley, her daughter, their family and their friends open their hearts in the backdrop of Graceland's memories with much modesty and emotion.
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The Definitive Elvis: Elvis and the Colonel
Title: The Definitive Elvis: Elvis and the Colonel
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: March 31, 2002
Type: Movie
One of the dominating figures in Elvis Presley's life was his manager, who was known as the "Colonel". No other relationship in Elvis' life was as controversial and misunderstood as the one he had with Colonel Tom Parker. The truth about their unique friendship is revealed in this documentary.
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Title: Classic Albums
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: April 14, 1997
Type: TV
A documentary series about pop and rock albums that are considered the best or most distinctive of a well-known band or musician or that exemplify a stage in the history of music.
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This Is Elvis
Title: This Is Elvis
Character: Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Released: April 3, 1981
Type: Movie
Though several actors portray Elvis Presley at different stages of his life, this documentary is comprised mostly of actual performance footage and interviews with Elvis, his fans and those close to him. This biographical docu-drama features rare footage of Elvis and dramatically recreated scenes from Elvis' life.
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Elvis: That's the Way It Is
Title: Elvis: That's the Way It Is
Character: Self
Released: November 11, 1970
Type: Movie
On July 31, 1970, in Las Vegas, Nevada, Elvis Presley staged a triumphant return to the concert stage from which he had been absent for almost a decade. His series of concerts broke all box office records and completely reenergized the career of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.