Richard M. Sherman

Richard M. Sherman

Born: June 12, 1928
in New York, New York
Richard Morton Sherman (born June 12, 1928) is an American songwriter. He worked in musical movies with his brother Robert B. Sherman. Some of the Sherman Brothers' best known songs were in live action and animated musical films including: Mary Poppins, The Jungle Book, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, "Bedknobs and Broomsticks", The Slipper and the Rose, and Charlotte's Web. Their most well known work is the theme park song "It's a Small World (After All)".

Movies for Richard M. Sherman...

Disney 100: A Century of Dreams - A Special Edition of 20/20
Title: Disney 100: A Century of Dreams - A Special Edition of 20/20
Character: Self
Released: December 14, 2023
Type: Movie
Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the entertainment company with interviews, rare footage and photos, and never-before-heard stories from those who built the Disney legend; a look inside Disney's newest attraction.
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Adventure Thru the Walt Disney Archives
Title: Adventure Thru the Walt Disney Archives
Character: Self
Released: June 27, 2020
Type: Movie
Explore the rich history of the Walt Disney Archives as legendary producer and host Don Hahn tours rarely seen areas of the department’s vast collections along with beloved Disney locations — including theme parks and the studio lot — through an engaging, historical lens.
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Behind the Magic: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Title: Behind the Magic: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Character: Himself
Released: December 13, 2015
Type: Movie
The story of the rocky road that Walt Disney took to get his interpretation of "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" (1937) to the silver screen.
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The Real Mary Poppins
Title: The Real Mary Poppins
Character: Self
Released: January 17, 2014
Type: Movie
Explore the fascinating relationship between author P. L. Travers and her much-loved character, Mary Poppins. This is the story of a complex woman who escaped her upbringing in rural Australia to pursue her dream of becoming a writer, reinventing herself and her past along the way.
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Title: Sound of Cinema: The Music That Made the Movies
Character: Self - Participant
Released: September 12, 2013
Type: TV
Series celebrating the art of the cinema soundtrack, as Neil Brand explores the work of the great movie composers and demonstrates their techniques.
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Johnny Mercer: The Dream's on Me
Title: Johnny Mercer: The Dream's on Me
Character: Self
Released: November 4, 2009
Type: Movie
Commemorating the centennial of Mercer's birth, this documentary is part biography, part archive, and part recontextualization, taking Mercer's tunes and putting them in the hands of modern singers like Jamie Cullum and Dr. John to show they are still relevant today. Host Clint Eastwood also interviews artists who collaborated with Mercer or performed his songs, including composer John Williams, Blake Edwards, Andre Previn, Tony Bennett, and Julie Andrews. (DVD Talk)
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The Boys: The Sherman Brothers' Story
Title: The Boys: The Sherman Brothers' Story
Character: Himself
Released: April 24, 2009
Type: Movie
The troubled fraternal relationship between songwriters Robert B. Sherman and Richard M. Sherman, the Oscar and Grammy-winning Sherman Brothers, famous for the iconic hits they wrote for Disney.
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The Sherman Brothers: The Aristocrats of Disney Songs
Title: The Sherman Brothers: The Aristocrats of Disney Songs
Released: February 4, 2008
Type: Movie
Comments from composers Richard and Robert Sherman.
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Till The Clouds Roll By: Real to Reel
Title: Till The Clouds Roll By: Real to Reel
Character: Self
Released: April 25, 2006
Type: Movie
A short documentary on Jerome Kern and the making of Till the Clouds Roll By.
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Three Little Words: Two Swell Guys
Title: Three Little Words: Two Swell Guys
Character: Self
Released: April 25, 2006
Type: Movie
A short documentary on the lives of songwriters Bert Kalmar and Harry Ruby and the making of the film, Three Little Words.
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Fred MacMurray: With Fondness
Title: Fred MacMurray: With Fondness
Character: Self
Released: March 7, 2006
Type: Movie
Actors remember the great Fred MacMurray.
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The Art of Imagination: A Tribute to Oz
Title: The Art of Imagination: A Tribute to Oz
Character: Himself
Released: October 25, 2005
Type: Movie
"The Art of Imagination: A Tribute to Oz" - a featurette narrated by Sydney Pollack.
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From Rags to Riches: The Making of Cinderella
Title: From Rags to Riches: The Making of Cinderella
Character: Self
Released: October 4, 2005
Type: Movie
The making of Cinderella (1950).
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The Art of Mary Blair
Title: The Art of Mary Blair
Character: Self
Released: January 1, 2005
Type: Movie
Short Documentary on the art of Mary Blair: An extraordinary talented artist.
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Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious: The Making of 'Mary Poppins'
Title: Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious: The Making of 'Mary Poppins'
Released: December 14, 2004
Type: Movie
Using archival, never-before-released footage and newly shot interviews, this is a definitive behind-the-scenes look at Walt Disney's moviemaking magic and the creation of this classic film.
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The Family Band Album
Title: The Family Band Album
Character: Self
Released: July 6, 2004
Type: Movie
Composer Richard Sherman, and actors Lesley Ann Warren and John Davidson reminisce about the making of the 1968 Disney film.
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The Musical Legacy of Paul Smith
Title: The Musical Legacy of Paul Smith
Character: Composer
Released: May 20, 2003
Type: Movie
A Disney featurette about composer Paul Smith.
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Music Magic: The Sherman Brothers - The Sword in the Stone
Title: Music Magic: The Sherman Brothers - The Sword in the Stone
Character: Self
Released: March 20, 2001
Type: Movie
Short Documentary on the Sherman Brothers: Theses two brothers discuss the songs and lyrics for The Sword In the Stone, Mary Poppins, Jungle Book and Winnie the Pooh.
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Music Magic: The Sherman Brothers - Bedknobs and Broomsticks
Title: Music Magic: The Sherman Brothers - Bedknobs and Broomsticks
Character: Self
Released: March 20, 2001
Type: Movie
A short but informative documentary on the the 1971 Disney movie "Bedknobs and Broomsticks," which discusses the making of the film, the origins of the songs (including portions of two that were dropped in pre-production), the pre-release edits supposedly made against the creators' wishes, and the 1996 reinstatement of those cut scenes.
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Songs of the Silly Symphonies
Title: Songs of the Silly Symphonies
Released: January 5, 2001
Type: Movie
Leonard Maltin talks with song writer Richard M. Sherman about Disney music.
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The Fantasia Legacy: The Concert Feature
Title: The Fantasia Legacy: The Concert Feature
Character: Himself
Released: November 14, 2000
Type: Movie
Documentary on the making of Walt Disney’s Fantasia.
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Cubby Broccoli: The Man Behind Bond
Title: Cubby Broccoli: The Man Behind Bond
Released: January 1, 2000
Type: Movie
Short documentary about Cubby Broccoli.
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The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh: The Story Behind the Masterpiece
Title: The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh: The Story Behind the Masterpiece
Character: Himself - Songwriter
Released: March 27, 1996
Type: Movie
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh: The Story Behind the Masterpiece is a behind-the-scenes documentary narrated by Corey Burton on the making of The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. It was originally made to commemorate the film's 20th anniversary, and was included with the film's subsequent home video releases. The special was made in 1996 by TV is OK Productions and was directed by Harry Arends.
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Beverly Hills Cop III
Title: Beverly Hills Cop III
Character: Wonderworld Bandleader (scenes deleted)
Released: May 24, 1994
Type: Movie
When his boss is killed, Detroit cop Axel Foley finds evidence that the murderer had ties to a California amusement park called Wonder World. Returning to sunny Beverly Hills once more, Foley reunites with Detective Billy Rosewood to solve the case. Along with Billy's new partner, Detective Jon Flint, they discover that Wonder World is being used as a front for a massive counterfeiting ring.
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Mary Poppins
Title: Mary Poppins
Character: Penguin / Pearly (voice) (uncredited)
Released: December 17, 1964
Type: Movie
Mr Banks is looking for a nanny for his two mischievous children and comes across Mary Poppins, an angelic nanny. She not only brings a change in their lives but also spreads happiness.
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Title: The Oscars
Character: Self
Released: March 19, 1953
Type: TV
An annual American awards ceremony honoring cinematic achievements in the film industry. The various category winners are awarded a copy of a statuette, officially the Academy Award of Merit, that is better known by its nickname Oscar.