John O'Farrell

John O'Farrell

Born: March 27, 1962
in Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, UK
John O'Farrell is a British author and comedy scriptwriter. Previously a lead writer for such shows as Spitting Image and Have I Got News for You, he is now best known as a comic author for such books such as The Man Who Forgot His Wife and An Utterly Impartial History of Britain.

Movies for John O'Farrell...

Title: Cheerful Earful Podcast Festival 2022
Released: October 6, 2022
Type: TV
Welcome to Cheerful Earful, a festival of funny podcasts, big & small.
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Football's 47 Best Worst Songs
Title: Football's 47 Best Worst Songs
Character: Himself
Released: May 21, 2018
Type: Movie
Uncover what happens when the worlds of football and music collide. Bob Mortimer runs down the best and very worst the beautiful game has had to offer down the years with contributions from the likes of Keith Allen, David Baddiel, Gary Lineker, Chris Waddle and Adrian Chiles
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Amicus: House of Horrors
Title: Amicus: House of Horrors
Character: Self
Released: October 30, 2012
Type: Movie
For the first time on DVD, the Alpha Archives Collection proudly presents a two part feature length documentary celebrating the history of the Amicus Productions film company. Founded in the early 1960s by Americans Milton Subotsky and Max J. Rosenberg, Amicus produced some classic (now cult) horror movies, including Dr. Terror's House Of Horrors, The House That Dripped Blood, Tales From The Crypt, Asylum and From Beyond The Grave. Featuring interviews with key individuals who worked for Amicus (actors, directors, etc.), and with many rare photographs and production designs throughout, this documentary is a must-see for fans of British horror cinema.
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Title: What the Dickens?
Character: Self
Released: May 28, 2008
Type: TV
What the Dickens is a television panel game hosted by Sandi Toksvig. Team captains were Dave Gorman and Tim Brooke-Taylor for the first series and Sue Perkins and Chris Addison for the second and third. It is recorded at Sky Studios in West London.
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Best Ever Spitting Image
Title: Best Ever Spitting Image
Character: Self
Released: July 25, 2006
Type: Movie
A documentary about Spitting Image (1984) and the impact it had, including clips of the most memorable moments and contributions from many of the cast, crew and some of celebrities portrayed on the show.
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Title: Grumpy Old Men
Character: Self
Released: October 10, 2003
Type: TV
Series giving a voice to 35- to 54-year-old men, very probably the grumpiest sector of our society.
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Never Mind the Horrocks
Title: Never Mind the Horrocks
Character: Various Roles (uncredited)
Released: September 19, 1996
Type: Movie
Jane Horrocks showcases her wide-ranging talents as a mimic and comedy performer.
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Title: Have I Got News for You
Character: Self
Released: September 28, 1990
Type: TV
Hilarious, totally-irreverent, near-slanderous political quiz show, based mainly on news stories from the last week or so, that leaves no party, personality or action unscathed in pursuit of laughs.
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Title: Question Time
Character: Himself - Panellist
Released: September 25, 1979
Type: TV
This topical debate series based on Any Questions? typically features politicians from at least the three major political parties as well as other public figures who answer pre-selected questions put to them by a carefully selected audience.
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From Beyond the Grave
Title: From Beyond the Grave
Character: Stephen Lowe
Released: February 21, 1974
Type: Movie
Four customers purchase (or take) items from Temptations Limited, an antiques shop whose motto is "Offers You Cannot Resist". A nasty fate awaits all of them—particularly those who cheat the shop's Proprietor.
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Title: Have I Got a Bit More News for You
Character: Self - Panellist
Released: December 31, 1969
Type: TV
Based on the week’s news and fronted by guest hosts, this extended version of the satirical news quiz features more of the stuff that wouldn't fit into the regular programme.