Johnny Carson

Overview

Known for
Acting
Gender
Male
Birthday
Oct 23, 1925 (99 years old)

Johnny Carson

Known For

6 morts dans la nuit : « De sang-froid » – Truman Capote
0h 53m
Movie 2024

6 morts dans la nuit : « De sang-froid » – Truman Capote

To write In Cold Blood (1966), a nonfiction novel that revolutionized world literature, Truman Capote (1924-84) spent five years in Kansas researching the murder of members of the Clutter family and collecting the confidences of its two authors.

Luther: Never Too Much
1h 41m
Movie 2024

Luther: Never Too Much

Luther Vandross started his career supporting David Bowie, Roberta Flack, Bette Midler, and more. His undeniable talent earned platinum records and accolades, but he struggled to break out beyond the R&B charts. Intensely driven, he overcame personal and professional challenges to secure his place amongst the greatest vocalists in history.

Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story
1h 44m
Movie 2024

Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story

Christopher Reeve portrayed the Man of Steel in four Superman films and played dozens of other roles that displayed his talent and range as an actor, before being injured in a near-fatal horse-riding accident in 1995 that left him paralyzed from the neck down. After becoming a quadriplegic, he became a charismatic leader and activist in the quest to find a cure for spinal cord injuries, as well as a passionate advocate for disability rights and care.

Bad Hostage
0h 40m
Movie 2024

Bad Hostage

In a investigation into the pernicious origins of Stockholm Syndrome, a thrilling family story intersects with a dramatic bank robbery in Sweden (1973) and the famous kidnapping of Patty Hearst (1974).

Jim Henson Idea Man
1h 48m
Movie 2024

Jim Henson Idea Man

Featuring unprecedented access to Jim Henson's personal archives, filmmaker Ron Howard brings us a fascinating and insightful look at a complex man whose boundless imagination inspired the world.

Faye
1h 31m
Movie 2024

Faye

Through honest reflection, complemented by insight from colleagues and friends, Faye Dunaway contextualizes her life and filmography, laying bare her struggles with mental health while confronting the double standards she was subjected to as a woman in Hollywood.

Butterfly in the Sky
1h 27m
Movie 2024

Butterfly in the Sky

Two seconds into the bubbling synth sounds of its theme song will have a child of the 1980s or ‘90s exclaiming “Reading Rainbow!” Such is the beloved and ubiquitous nature of the classic children’s literary television show that introduced millions of kids to the wonder and importance of books. Not only did the series insist on having kids speak to kids about their favorite stories, but Reading Rainbow introduced the world to one of the most adored television hosts of all time in LeVar Burton. Thanks to his direct, non-patronizing and, most importantly, kind delivery, Burton became a conduit to learning for children of every background—an entrancing guide to subjects unknown.

Gone Before His Time: Freddie Prinze Sr.
1h 18m
Movie 2023

Gone Before His Time: Freddie Prinze Sr.

A deep dive into the short yet impactful life of the trailblazing Latino comic whose son also went on to a career of much acclaim.

The Man Who Stole Einstein's Brain
1h 18m
Movie 2023

The Man Who Stole Einstein's Brain

On April 18, 1955, the pathologist performing the autopsy on Albert Einstein covertly steals the genius's brain, hoping to uncover the secret of brilliance. His good intentions and scientific ambitions collide with harsh realities as his world crumbles.

The Many Faces of Jim Carey
Movie 2023

The Many Faces of Jim Carey

From his humble beginnings in Canada to becoming one of Hollywood's most beloved and successful stars, The Many Faces of Jim Carrey is an intimate and revealing documentary that delves into the extraordinary life of Jim Carrey. Through a blend of personal interviews, archival footage, and behind-the-scenes glimpses, the documentary explores Carrey's early struggles, his breakthrough in the entertainment industry with iconic roles in films like "Ace Ventura" and "The Mask," and the challenges he faced as he transitioned from comedic roles to more dramatic performances in movies like "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" and "The Truman Show."

Biography

John William Carson (October 23, 1925 – January 23, 2005) was an American television host, comedian, writer, and producer. He is best known as the host of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962–1992). Carson received six Primetime Emmy Awards, the Television Academy's 1980 Governor's Award, and a 1985 Peabody Award. He was inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame in 1987. Carson was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1992 and received a Kennedy Center Honor in 1993. Description above from the Wikipedia article Johnny Carson, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Acting

2024
6 morts dans la nuit : « De sang-froid » – Truman Capote
2024
Luther: Never Too Much
2024
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story
2024
Bad Hostage
2024
Jim Henson Idea Man
2024
Faye
2024
Butterfly in the Sky
2023
Gone Before His Time: Freddie Prinze Sr.
2023
The Man Who Stole Einstein's Brain
2023
The Many Faces of Jim Carey
2022
Finster
2022
Lucy and Desi
2021
Live at Mister Kelly's
2021
The Capote Tapes
2021
Untold: Caitlyn Jenner
2021
Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street
2020
Audrey
2020
My Darling Vivian
2020
The Sit-In: Harry Belafonte Hosts The Tonight Show
2020
The Great Toilet Paper Scare
2019
Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice
2019
Mike Wallace Is Here
2019
Jeff Dunham: Talking Heads
2018
The Front Runner
2018
Won't You Be My Neighbor?
2018
Game Changers
2017
This Is Bob Hope...
2017
Jerry Before Seinfeld
2017
The Swingin' A's
2017
Whitney: Can I Be Me
2016
Loretta Lynn: Still a Mountain Girl
2014
Mr. Baseball, Bob Uecker
2013
Gore Vidal: The United States of Amnesia
2013
Quality Balls: The David Steinberg Story
2013
Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic
2011
Paul Williams Still Alive
2009
The Minnie Riperton Story
1994
The World of Jim Henson
1992
Jack Benny: Comedy in Bloom
1992
Laurel and Hardy: A Tribute to the Boys
1988
James Stewart: A Wonderful Life
1987
Whales!
1987
Jay Leno's Family Comedy Hour
1986
TV's Funniest Comedians - 14 Stars Do Classic Routines
1986
Kraft Salutes the George Burns 90th Birthday Special
1986
The Garry Shandling Show: 25th Anniversary Special
1985
Hollywood's Funniest All-Star Bloopers

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