David Essex

Born: 1947-07-23

David Essex OBE (born David Albert Cook on 23 July 1947) is an English musician, singer-songwriter and actor. Since the 1970s, Essex has attained nineteen Top 40 singles in the UK (including two numbers ones), and sixteen Top 40 albums. He has also had an extensive career as an actor performing on stage and screen. Description above from the Wikipedia article David Essex, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.


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The Big Bus

as Bus Passenger
Released: 1976-06-23

The ultimate disaster film parody. A nuclear-powered bus is making its maiden non-stop trip from...

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The Guvnors

as Mickey Snr
Released: 2014-06-24

The Guvnors is a violent thriller set amongst the clans and firms of South East London, bringing...

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Assault

as Man in Chemist Shop
Released: 1971-02-11

After a schoolgirl is raped while taking a short cut through the local woods, and another...

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Twiggy

as (archival footage)
Released: 2024-10-15

Twiggy takes a comprehensive look at the life story of UK model and cultural icon Twiggy, real...

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That'll Be The Day

as Jim MacLaine
Released: 1973-05-13

Britain, 1958. Restless at school and bored with his life, Jim leaves home to take a series of...

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Journey of Honor

as Don Pedro
Released: 1991-04-27

The son of a besieged Shogun in war-torn 17th century Japan travels to Spain to buy weaponry...

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Stardust

as Jim MacLaine
Released: 1974-10-24

Jim MacLaine is now enjoying the nomadic 'gigs and groupies' life on tour with his band. When he...

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Andrew Lloyd Webber: The Premiere Collection Encore

as Self
Released: 1992-01-01

Tracks include "The Phantom Of The Opera," "The Music Of The Night," "All I Ask Of You," "Tell...

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Silver Dream Racer

as Nick Freeman
Released: 1980-06-13

David Essex stars as Nick Freeman, a motorcycle racer who, following the death of his brother,...

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The Black Prince

as Colonel Hurbon
Released: 2017-07-21

The Black Prince follows the story of the last Sikh Maharaja — the son of the powerful ruler...

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Smashing Time

as Beatnik (uncredited)
Released: 1967-12-20

Two young women arrive in London to make it big in show business, and become corrupted by money...

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Grimaldi: The Funniest Man in the World

as Charles Dickens
Released: 2017-11-25

The story of the 19th century clown, Joe Grimaldi, who is known as the man who invented pantomime.

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The Midnight Special Legendary Performances 1974

as Self
Released: 1974-12-22

The Midnight Special is an American late-night musical variety series that aired on NBC during...

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Hands Up!

as Self (1981 footage)
Released: 1985-01-21

The reunion of a group of former medical students results in a flood of bitter memories.

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All Coppers Are...

as Ronnie Briggs
Released: 1972-01-24

A young policeman and a small-time crook are both involved with the same girl.

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Traveller

as Blackberry
Released: 2013-12-07

A year in the life of a half-breed Gypsy as he tries, against the odds, to adjust to the 21st...

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Glam Rock at the BBC

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2017-09-15

A spangly celebration of the outburst of far-out pop and fuzz-filled rock that lit up the...

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Everything: The Real Thing Story

as Self
Released: 2020-01-24

Dubbed 'the black Beatles' by the British tabloids, the 'other' four lads from Liverpool recount...

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What Have You Done Today Mervyn Day?

as Mervyn's Grandfather
Released: 2005-12-07

Shot during the summer of 2005, this enigmatic film was the second collaboration between Saint...

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David Essex - Live At The Royal Albert Hall

as Self
Released: 1984-06-12

David Essex OBE (born David Albert Cook, 23 July 1947) is an English musician, singer-songwriter...

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Kenny Everett - The Complete Naughty Bits

as Self
Released: 2004-10-27

A compilation of sketches taken from the television series. Characters include Sid Snot, Angry...

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Pop Goes Christmas

as Self
Released: 1982-12-26

A musical special from Granada with David Essex, Mari Wilson, Dexy's Midnight Runners, Shakin'...

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Top of the Pops

as Self
First aired: 1964-01-01

The biggest stars, the most iconic performances, the most outrageous outfits – it’s Britain’s...

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The One Show

as Self - Guest
First aired: 2006-08-14

A topical magazine-style daily television programme broadcast live on BBC One.

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The One Show

as Self
First aired: 2006-08-14

A topical magazine-style daily television programme broadcast live on BBC One.

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Heartbeat

as Johnny Lee
First aired: 1992-04-10

Set during the 1960s in the fictional North Yorkshire village of Aidensfield, this enduringly...

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Midi Première

as Self
First aired: 1975-01-06

Midi Première is a French variety show presented by Danièle Gilbert, directed by Jacques Pierre...

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Wogan

as Self
First aired: 1982-05-04

Chat show hosted by Terry Wogan, featuring live studio interviews with famous and notable...

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Never Mind the Buzzcocks

as Self
First aired: 1996-11-12

Never Mind the Buzzcocks is a comedy panel game show with a pop and rock music theme. The show...

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Surprise, Surprise

as Self
First aired: 1984-05-06

Surprise, Surprise is a British television programme originally hosted by Cilla Black and...

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The Frank Skinner Show

as Self
First aired: 1995-09-10

The Frank Skinner Show was a television chat show hosted by comedian Frank Skinner, which lasted...

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Cilla

as Self
First aired: 1968-01-30

A mostly live weekly entertainment show starring Cilla Black and her special guests.

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Cher

as Self
First aired: 1975-02-16

Emmy Award nominated American variety show.

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The Cannon & Ball Show

as Self
First aired: 1979-07-28

A comedy variety show featuring the double act of Tommy Cannon and Bobby Ball.

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Rock Concert

as Self
First aired: 1973-09-27

Don Kirshner's Rock Concert is an American television music variety show that ran during the...

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Sez Les

as Self - Special Guest
First aired: 1969-04-30

Sez Les was a British comedy sketch show that starred Les Dawson, produced by Yorkshire...

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The Kenny Everett Video Show

as Self
First aired: 1978-07-03

The Kenny Everett Video Show (later renamed The Kenny Everett Video Cassette) was a British...

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The Kenny Everett Video Show

as Self / Various Characters
First aired: 1978-07-03

The Kenny Everett Video Show (later renamed The Kenny Everett Video Cassette) was a British...

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Bring Back...

as Self - vocals
First aired: 2005-05-10

Bring Back... is a British television series comprising one-off shows where Justin Lee Collins...

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The River

as Davey Jackson
First aired: 1988-10-20

The River follows the tranquil life of lovable, Cockney, ex-convict Davey Jackson who is lock...

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