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Actor · screenwriter · director

Eric Idle

age 83 · born March 29, 1943 in South Shields

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Eric Idle’s filmography

Known for

All roles, 95

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As himself: 90 appearances

award shows, documentaries, talk shows

Filmography: TMDB.

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Who is Eric Idle?

Eric Idle (born March 29, 1943) is an English comedian, actor, author, singer, writer, and comedic composer who wrote and performed as a member of the popular British comedy group Monty Python.

Biography: TMDB.

At a glance

Born
March 29, 1943 (age 83)
Place of birth
South Shields, County Durham, England, UK

Facts: TMDB.

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Eric Idle’s career in numbers

roles: 71 films and 24 series
95
TV episodes
177
years behind the camera, since 1966
60
top-rated series: “The Simpsons” (TMDB)
8.0
films as director
6

Genres of his features

  • comedy76%
  • fantasy25%
  • family24%
  • adventure20%
  • animation18%

Numbers from the TMDB filmography, genres from 71 features. One film can have several genres.

Most often with Eric Idle

Counted from TMDB casts and crews.

Frequently asked questions about Eric Idle

How old is Eric Idle?

83 years old. They were born on March 29, 1943 in South Shields.

What has Eric Idle been in?

Among others: “The Simpsons”, “Shrek the Third”, and “Monty Python and the Holy Grail”.

What films has Eric Idle directed?

6 features, including “Monty Python Live (Mostly)” (2014), “What About Dick?” (2012), “Can't Buy Me Lunch: Another Look at The Rutles” (2003), “The Tale of the Frog Prince” (1982), and “Steve Martin's Best Show Ever” (1981).

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