About this season
Michael Parkinson reflects on the most memorable subjects of his interviews from the 1970s and 1980s.
Episodes (6)
1. Peter Sellers
Aired 9 August 1996 • 40 min
Parkinson looks back on events that occurred before and during an interview with the wayward genius.
2. Shirley MacLaine and Lauren Bacall
Aired 16 August 1996 • 40 min
Michael Parkinson recalls some moments from his interviews with two of Hollywood's most intriguing actresses.
3. Dustin Hoffman
Aired 23 August 1996 • 40 min
Michael Parkinson looks back on an extraordinary interview with the Oscar-winning actor.
4. Dame Edith Evans and Salvation Army Commissioner Catherine Bramwell-Booth
Aired 30 August 1996 • 40 min
Michael Parkinson recalls his interviews with actress Dame Edith Evans and Salvation Army Commissioner Catherine Bramwell-Booth.
5. Les Dawson
Aired 6 September 1996 • 40 min
Michael Parkinson recalls three memorable interviews with the much-loved comedian.
6. Billy Connolly
Aired 13 September 1996 • 40 min
Michael Parkinson recalls favourite moments from his interviews with his most frequent guest, the anarchic Scottish stand-up comedian Billy Connolly, who provides his unique brand of comedy and demonstrates his unusual musical talents.