Little Richard

Born: 1932-12-05

Richard Wayne Penniman (December 5, 1932 - May 9, 2020), better known as Little Richard, was a flamboyant and groundbreaking American singer, songwriter and musician. Little Richard was a pioneering influence on the birth of Rock 'n' Roll.


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Released: 1993-06-18

After his father's death, a young boy finds solace in action movies featuring an indestructible...

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Down and Out in Beverly Hills

as Orvis Goodnight
Released: 1986-01-31

Beverly Hills couple Barbara and Dave Whiteman find their lives altered by the arrival of a...

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Little Richard: I Am Everything

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2023-04-11

The story of the Black queer origins of rock n' roll. It explodes the whitewashed canon of...

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Mystery, Alaska

as Self
Released: 1999-10-01

In Mystery, Alaska, life revolves around the legendary Saturday hockey game at the local pond....

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Chuck Berry - Hail! Hail! Rock 'n' Roll

as Self
Released: 1987-10-09

St. Louis, 1986. For Chuck Berry's 60th, Keith Richards assembles a pickup band of Robert Cray,...

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The Girl Can't Help It

as Himself (uncredited)
Released: 1956-12-01

A down-and-out gangster hires a down-on-his-luck agent to make his girlfriend a recording star...

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The Late Shift

as Little Richard
Released: 1996-02-24

David Letterman vies with Jay Leno and his manager to succeed Johnny Carson, retiring from "The...

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Chairman of the Board

as Himself
Released: 1998-03-13

Surfer Edison isn't able to make ends meet with his inventions or his lifestyle. But then he...

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Revival69: The Concert That Rocked the World

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2024-06-28

John Lennon, Yoko Ono, Little Richard, The Doors, Chuck Berry, Alice Cooper, and other legendary...

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Why Do Fools Fall In Love

as Himself
Released: 1998-08-28

In the mid-80s, three women (each with an attorney) arrive at the office of New York...

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Let the Good Times Roll

as Himself
Released: 1973-05-25

Documentary of a 1950s rock and roll revival show, with split-screen editing to rival Woodstock.

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Yo! The Story of ‘Yo! MTV Raps’

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2012-06-07

A provocative look into the seven-year history of the series that gave hip hop a voice and broke...

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The Pickle

as President
Released: 1993-04-30

Harry Stone always dreamed of making "The Great American Movie." Instead he made The Pickle - a...

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Legends of Rock 'n' Roll

as Little Richard
Released: 1989-01-01

Are you ready for some old-time rock and roll?! Then you are ready for the masters, the...

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Pee-wee's Playhouse Christmas Special

as Self
Released: 1988-12-21

Pee-wee Herman and pals are celebrating Christmas in the Playhouse in their own creative ways:...

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Christmas in Hollywood

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2003-11-13

Dozens of stars--including Arnold Schwarzeneggar, Bob Hope, and more--demonstrate how the...

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Purple People Eater

as Mayor
Released: 1988-12-01

A kid plays the old novelty song "Purple People Eater" and the creature actually appears. The...

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Jimi Hendrix

as Self
Released: 1973-06-14

Made shortly after his death, this documentary explores the brief life and remarkable legacy of...

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Goddess of Love

as Alphonso
Released: 1988-11-20

The god Zeus sends Venus, the goddess of love, to Earth to find her own true love.

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33 ⅓ Revolutions per Monkee

as Himself
Released: 1969-04-14

33 1⁄3 Revolutions per Monkee is a television special starring the Monkees that aired on NBC on...

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Catalina Caper

as Self
Released: 1967-12-01

A group of swingin' teens take time out from having fun in the sun to try to foil a group of...

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Sinatra: 80 Years My Way

as Self - Performer
Released: 1995-12-14

'Ol' Blue Eyes' eightieth birthday celebration; star-studded entertainment, tributes by a...

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Motown 40: The Music is Forever

as Self
Released: 1998-02-15

Archival music performances and contemporary interviews cover some of the history of Motown...

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It's Black Entertainment

as Self
Released: 2002-02-08

A star-studded tribute (from the creators of That's Entertainment) to the contributions of...

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Joan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi Abromowitz

as Little Richard
Released: 1988-08-16

Fictional character, Heidi Abromowitz, is the butt of everyone's jokes.

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Don't Knock The Rock

as Himself
Released: 1956-12-14

Rock-and-roller Arnie Haynes returns to his hometown as a hero to the teenagers. However, the...

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Sunset Heat

as Brandon
Released: 1992-07-02

A former drug-dealer photojournalist returns to Los Angeles and helps friends terrorized by his...

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The History of Rock 'n' Roll

as Self
Released: 1995-03-06

The history of rock n' roll and pop music are explored are explored via interviews and footage...

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The Naked Truth

as Airborne Mustard Lover
Released: 1992-09-29

Two friends, both named Frank, accidentally obtain a suitcase at the airport. It contains...

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The Three Stooges Greatest Hits!

as Self
Released: 1997-05-15

A tribute to the Three Stooges comedy team, featuring old clips and home movies mixed with music...

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James Brown: Soul Survivor

as uncredited
Released: 2003-10-29

James Brown's legacy has influenced rap, soul, funk and R&B. But along with his huge talent,...

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Sweet Toronto

as Self
Released: 1971-11-22

Sweet Toronto is a documentary by D.A. Pennebaker of the Toronto Rock and Roll Revival, a one...

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The Road to Memphis

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2003-05-05

Director Richard Pearce (The Long Walk Home, Leap of Faith, A Family Thing) traces the musical...

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Mother Goose Rock 'n' Rhyme

as Old King Cole
Released: 1990-05-19

Set in the mythical world of Rhymeland, Gordon Goose returns home to discover that his mom has...

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Mister Rock and Roll

as Himself
Released: 1957-10-16

Alan Freed is "Mr. Rock and Roll" as he sets out to prove that rock 'n' roll doesn't cause...

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Johnny Cash: The Last Great American

as Self
Released: 2004-02-27

This first major retrospective of Cash's life, times and music features contributions from his...

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The London Rock and Roll Show

as Self
Released: 1973-01-01

Filmed record of a major rock and roll festival held at Wembley Stadium, London, in August 1972....

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Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock 'n' Roll

as Self (Archival Footage)
Released: 2023-04-22

Little Richard can stake a claim on having invented rock 'n' roll. A black artist who grew up in...

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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Live - Feelin' Alright

as uncredited
Released: 2009-10-19

Presenting of some of the best moments of speeches, performances and backstage moments of the...

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RuPaul's Christmas Ball

as Self
Released: 1993-12-25

Variety special featuring guests from the downtown New York club scene to stellar artists...

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The Real Buddy Holly Story

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 1985-09-12

This is the definitive video biography of rock 'n roll legend Buddy Holly. Produced and hosted...

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Voices That Care

as Self - Choir Member
Released: 1991-02-28

Behind the scenes making of the charity single "Voices That Care".

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It's Little Richard

as Himself
Released: 1964-01-08

Little Richard, The Shirelles and Sounds Incorporated perform on UK television in 1964. Songs...

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Rock, Rhythm & Doo Wop

as Himself
Released: 2001-08-12

Journey back in time for a musical event that's as close to time travel as television will...

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Sex in '69: The Sexual Revolution in America

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2009-01-01

Documentary on the sexual revolution in America.

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Be Cool About Fire Safety

as Self
Released: 1996-04-15

This video provides fire safety information about escape plans, emergency numbers and smoke...

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John & Yoko's Year of Peace

as Self
Released: 2000-01-01

The year: 1969. Headlines blare war and civil unrest while John Lennon and Yoko Ono are in love....

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Little Richard: Keep on Rockin'

as Self
Released: 1973-01-01

Keep On Rockin', aka Little Richard: Keep On Rockin' (USA video title) is a film of a 1969...

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Eddie Cochran & Friends: C'mon Everybody

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2004-01-01

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Hollywood Rocks 'n' Rolls in the '50s

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 1999-02-02

Journeying through the history of rock 'n' roll as it electrified the Golden Age of Hollywood.

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The Simpsons

as Little Richard (voice)
First aired: 1989-12-17

Set in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday...

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The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

as Self
First aired: 1962-10-01

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson is a talk show hosted by Johnny Carson under The Tonight...

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The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson

as Self
First aired: 2005-01-03

The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson is an American late-night talk show hosted by Scottish...

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Columbo

as Little Richard
First aired: 1971-09-15

Columbo is a friendly, verbose, disheveled-looking police detective who is consistently...

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WWE Raw

as Little Richard
First aired: 1993-01-11

A regularly scheduled, live, year-round program featuring some of the biggest WWE Superstars.

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Baywatch

as uncredited
First aired: 1989-04-23

Join the Baywatch lifeguards on their thrilling adventures filled with beautiful beaches and...

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Full House

as Little Richard
First aired: 1987-09-22

After the death of his wife, Danny enlists his best friend and his brother-in-law to help raise...

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Miami Vice

as uncredited
First aired: 1984-09-16

The story of the Miami Police Department's vice squad and its efforts to end drug trafficking...

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The Dick Cavett Show

as Self - Guest
First aired: 1968-06-06

The Dick Cavett Show has been the title of several talk shows hosted by Dick Cavett on various...

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The Mike Douglas Show

as Self
First aired: 1961-12-11

The Mike Douglas Show is an American daytime television talk show hosted by Mike Douglas that...

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Las Vegas

as uncredited
First aired: 2003-09-22

Ed Deline is a strict ex-CIA officer who went from being Head of Security to becoming President...

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The Drew Carey Show

as Little Richard
First aired: 1995-09-13

Drew is an assistant director of personnel in a Cleveland department store and he has been stuck...

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Hollywood Squares

as Self - Panelist
First aired: 1998-09-14

On September 14, 1998, a Hollywood Squares revival debuted with Tom Bergeron as its host. In...

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Martin

as uncredited
First aired: 1992-08-27

Sassy sitcom centering on radio and television personality Martin Payne. Series focuses on his...

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Best Week Ever

as uncredited
First aired: 2004-01-23

Best Week Ever is a weekly television program on the United States cable/satellite network VH1....

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Basketball: A Love Story

as Self (archive footage)
First aired: 2018-09-18

'Basketball: A Love Story' is a series of 62 interconnected short stories that creates a vibrant...

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The Midnight Special

as Host
First aired: 1972-08-19

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

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American Bandstand

as Self
First aired: 1957-08-05

American Bandstand was an American music-performance show that aired in various versions from...

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Muppets Tonight

as Self
First aired: 1996-03-08

Muppets Tonight is a live-action/puppet television series created by Jim Henson Productions and...

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Hearts Afire

as Little Richard
First aired: 1992-09-14

Frustrations and sparks fly in Washington, D.C. when a strict conservative hires a free spirited...

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The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour

as Self
First aired: 1969-01-22

The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour is an American network television music and comedy variety show...

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The Beatles Anthology

as Self (archive footage)
First aired: 1995-11-19

A documentary series on the career of The Beatles.

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Donny & Marie

as Self
First aired: 1976-01-23

Donny & Marie is an American variety show which aired on ABC from January 1976 to January 1979....

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Pee-wee's Playhouse

as uncredited
First aired: 1986-09-13

Pee-wee's Playhouse is an American children's television program starring Paul Reubens as the...

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Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventures

as uncredited
First aired: 1990-09-15

The misadventures of two time-travelling slackers as they travel into the distant past and future.

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Seven Ages of Rock

as Self
First aired: 2007-05-19

A definitive landmark series charting the emergence and re-emergence of rock music as a global...

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E! True Hollywood Story

as uncredited
First aired: 1996-08-21

E! True Hollywood Story is an American documentary series on E! that deals with famous Hollywood...

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McCartney 3, 2, 1

as Self (archive footage)
First aired: 2021-07-16

Paul McCartney sits down for a rare in-depth one-on-one with legendary producer Rick Rubin to...

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Celebrity Duets

as uncredited
First aired: 2006-08-29

Celebrity Duets was an American reality television show of the progressive game-show type, which...

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70 Years of Youth Revolt

as Self (archive footage)
First aired: 2020-11-21

A look back at the social movements, revolts and youth subcultures from the post-war period to...

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The History of Rock 'n' Roll

as Self
First aired: 1995-03-08

Chronicles the history of rock 'n' roll music from its origins.

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