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Michael Palin

Bio: Michael Edward Palin, CBE FRGS (born 5 May 1943) is an English comedian, actor, writer and television presenter best known for being one of the members of the comedy group Monty Python and for his travel documentaries. Palin wrote most of his comedic material with Terry Jones
Born: Wed, May 05 1943
Birthplace: Broomhill, Sheffield, England, UK
Michael Palin is 81 years old
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Poster of How To Make It In Comedy
How To Make It In Comedy
Michael Palin was
80 in How To Make It In Comedy
Wed, Jan 03 2024
Poster of Fawlty Towers: 50 Years of Laughs
Fawlty Towers: 50 Years of Laughs
Michael Palin was
80 in Fawlty Towers: 50 Years of Laughs
as 'Self'.
Sat, May 06 2023
Poster of The Fringe, Fame and Me
The Fringe, Fame and Me
Michael Palin was
79 in The Fringe, Fame and Me
as 'Self'.
Mon, Aug 08 2022
Poster of Monty Python's Best Bits Celebrated
Monty Python's Best Bits Celebrated
Michael Palin was
78 in Monty Python's Best Bits Celebrated
as 'Self (archive footage)(uncredited)'.
Sat, Jun 05 2021
Poster of Jeepers Creepers
Jeepers Creepers
Michael Palin was
77 in Jeepers Creepers
as 'Newscaster (voice)'.
Mon, Oct 12 2020
Poster of Sir David Attenborough and Sir Michael Palin in Conversation
Sir David Attenborough and Sir Michael Palin in Conversation
Michael Palin was
77 in Sir David Attenborough and Sir Michael Palin in Conversation
as 'Self'.
Mon, Sep 28 2020
Poster of Peter Sellers: A State of Comic Ecstasy
Peter Sellers: A State of Comic Ecstasy
Michael Palin was
77 in Peter Sellers: A State of Comic Ecstasy
as 'Self'.
Sat, May 09 2020
Poster of Python at 50: Silly Talks and Holy Grails
Python at 50: Silly Talks and Holy Grails
Michael Palin was
76 in Python at 50: Silly Talks and Holy Grails
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
Sat, Sep 07 2019
Poster of An Accidental Studio
An Accidental Studio
Michael Palin was
76 in An Accidental Studio
as 'Self'.
Fri, Jul 12 2019
Poster of Final Ascent: The Legend of Hamish MacInnes
Final Ascent: The Legend of Hamish MacInnes
Michael Palin was
76 in Final Ascent: The Legend of Hamish MacInnes
as 'Himself'.
Fri, May 10 2019
Poster of Michael Palin: A Life on Screen
Michael Palin: A Life on Screen
Michael Palin was
74 in Michael Palin: A Life on Screen
Sun, Jan 07 2018
Poster of The Death of Stalin
The Death of Stalin
Michael Palin was
74 in The Death of Stalin
as 'Vyacheslav Molotov'.
Fri, Oct 20 2017
Poster of Generation '66
Generation '66
Michael Palin was
73 in Generation '66
Sun, Jul 31 2016
Poster of Attenborough at 90
Attenborough at 90
Michael Palin was
73 in Attenborough at 90
as 'Self'.
Sun, May 08 2016
Poster of Michael Palin's Quest for Artemisia
Michael Palin's Quest for Artemisia
Michael Palin was
72 in Michael Palin's Quest for Artemisia
as 'Himself'.
Mon, Dec 28 2015
Poster of Absolutely Anything
Absolutely Anything
Michael Palin was
72 in Absolutely Anything
as 'Kindly Alien (voice)'.
Fri, Jun 26 2015
Poster of Rik Mayall: Lord of Misrule
Rik Mayall: Lord of Misrule
Michael Palin was
71 in Rik Mayall: Lord of Misrule
as 'Self'.
Sat, Dec 20 2014
Poster of Spike Milligan: Love, Light and Peace
Spike Milligan: Love, Light and Peace
Michael Palin was
71 in Spike Milligan: Love, Light and Peace
as 'Himself'.
Wed, Dec 10 2014
Poster of Monty Python: The Meaning of Live
Monty Python: The Meaning of Live
Michael Palin was
71 in Monty Python: The Meaning of Live
as 'Self'.
Thu, Nov 13 2014
Poster of Monty Python Live (Mostly)
Monty Python Live (Mostly)
Michael Palin was
71 in Monty Python Live (Mostly)
as 'Self, others'.
Sun, Jul 20 2014
Poster of Monty Python: And Now for Something Rather Similar
Monty Python: And Now for Something Rather Similar
Michael Palin was
71 in Monty Python: And Now for Something Rather Similar
as 'Self'.
Sun, Jun 29 2014
Poster of 50 Years of BBC Two Comedy
50 Years of BBC Two Comedy
Michael Palin was
71 in 50 Years of BBC Two Comedy
as 'Self'.
Sat, May 24 2014
Poster of The New Incomplete And Utter History Of Everything
The New Incomplete And Utter History Of Everything
Michael Palin was
70 in The New Incomplete And Utter History Of Everything
Mon, Apr 07 2014
Poster of Alexander Armstrong's Real Ripping Yarns
Alexander Armstrong's Real Ripping Yarns
Michael Palin was
70 in Alexander Armstrong's Real Ripping Yarns
as 'Self'.
Thu, Apr 03 2014
Poster of Michael Palin In Wyeth's World
Michael Palin In Wyeth's World
Michael Palin was
70 in Michael Palin In Wyeth's World
as 'Himself'.
Sun, Dec 29 2013
Poster of The Meaning of Monty Python
The Meaning of Monty Python
Michael Palin was
70 in The Meaning of Monty Python
as 'Self'.
Tue, Oct 08 2013
Poster of The Wipers Times
The Wipers Times
Michael Palin was
70 in The Wipers Times
as 'General Mitford'.
Wed, Sep 11 2013
Poster of Frost on Sketch Shows
Frost on Sketch Shows
Michael Palin was
69 in Frost on Sketch Shows
as 'Self'.
Wed, Mar 13 2013
Poster of Anatomy of a Liar
Anatomy of a Liar
Michael Palin was
69 in Anatomy of a Liar
as 'Self'.
Fri, Oct 26 2012
Poster of Produced By George Martin
Produced By George Martin
Michael Palin was
69 in Produced By George Martin
as 'Self'.
Tue, Sep 11 2012
Poster of A Liar's Autobiography: The Untrue Story of Monty Python's Graham Chapman
A Liar's Autobiography: The Untrue Story of Monty Python's Graham Chapman
Michael Palin was
69 in A Liar's Autobiography: The Untrue Story of Monty Python's Graham Chapman
as 'Various (voice)'.
Sat, Sep 08 2012
Poster of The Secret Policeman's Ball
The Secret Policeman's Ball
Michael Palin was
68 in The Secret Policeman's Ball
as 'Self'.
Sun, Mar 04 2012
Poster of Arthur Christmas
Arthur Christmas
Michael Palin was
68 in Arthur Christmas
as 'Ernie Clicker (voice)'.
Thu, Nov 10 2011
Poster of Making Qi
Making Qi
Michael Palin was
68 in Making Qi
as 'Self'.
Sat, Sep 10 2011
Poster of Not The Messiah: The Road To Albert Hall
Not The Messiah: The Road To Albert Hall
Michael Palin was
67 in Not The Messiah: The Road To Albert Hall
Tue, Jun 08 2010
Poster of Not the Messiah (He's a Very Naughty Boy)
Not the Messiah (He's a Very Naughty Boy)
Michael Palin was
66 in Not the Messiah (He's a Very Naughty Boy)
as 'Mrs. Betty Palin / Julius Caesar / Bevis'.
Thu, Mar 25 2010
Poster of Monty Python: Almost the Truth  (The Lawyer's Cut) - Theatrical Release
Monty Python: Almost the Truth (The Lawyer's Cut) - Theatrical Release
Michael Palin was
66 in Monty Python: Almost the Truth (The Lawyer's Cut) - Theatrical Release
as 'Self'.
Fri, Jan 01 2010
Poster of Monty Python in Aberystwyth
Monty Python in Aberystwyth
Michael Palin was
66 in Monty Python in Aberystwyth
as 'Self'.
Tue, May 12 2009
Poster of Fawlty Towers: Re-Opened
Fawlty Towers: Re-Opened
Michael Palin was
66 in Fawlty Towers: Re-Opened
as 'Self'.
Sun, May 10 2009
Poster of Around the World in 20 Years
Around the World in 20 Years
Michael Palin was
65 in Around the World in 20 Years
as 'Himself'.
Tue, Dec 30 2008
Poster of The Last Day of World War One
The Last Day of World War One
Michael Palin was
65 in The Last Day of World War One
as 'Presenter'.
Sat, Nov 01 2008
Poster of Inside Shabby Road: The Music of 'The Rutles'
Inside Shabby Road: The Music of 'The Rutles'
Michael Palin was
65 in Inside Shabby Road: The Music of 'The Rutles'
as 'Self'.
Sat, Nov 01 2008
Poster of Get Up and Go: The Making of 'The Rutles'
Get Up and Go: The Making of 'The Rutles'
Michael Palin was
65 in Get Up and Go: The Making of 'The Rutles'
as 'Self'.
Sat, Nov 01 2008
Poster of Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus
Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus
Michael Palin was
65 in Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus
as 'Self'.
Tue, Jul 01 2008
Poster of The Seventh Python
The Seventh Python
Michael Palin was
65 in The Seventh Python
as 'Self'.
Thu, Jun 26 2008
Poster of What Is Brazil?
What Is Brazil?
Michael Palin was
64 in What Is Brazil?
as 'Self'.
Wed, Apr 16 2008
Poster of Marty Feldman: Six Degrees of Separation
Marty Feldman: Six Degrees of Separation
Michael Palin was
64 in Marty Feldman: Six Degrees of Separation
as 'Self'.
Mon, Mar 31 2008
Poster of Life Of Brian Screenplay
Life Of Brian Screenplay
Michael Palin was
64 in Life Of Brian Screenplay
as 'Wise Man #3, Mr. Big Nose, Francis, Mrs. A, Ex-Leper'.
Tue, Jan 29 2008
Poster of Monty Python Conquers America
Monty Python Conquers America
Michael Palin was
64 in Monty Python Conquers America
as 'Self'.
Tue, Jan 01 2008
Poster of Robbie the Reindeer in Close Encounters of the Herd Kind
Robbie the Reindeer in Close Encounters of the Herd Kind
Michael Palin was
64 in Robbie the Reindeer in Close Encounters of the Herd Kind
as 'Gariiiiiii (voice)'.
Tue, Dec 25 2007
Poster of Hitler: The Comedy Years
Hitler: The Comedy Years
Michael Palin was
64 in Hitler: The Comedy Years
as 'Heinrich Himmler (archive footage) (uncredited)'.
Thu, May 10 2007
Poster of What the Pythons Did Next...
What the Pythons Did Next...
Michael Palin was
63 in What the Pythons Did Next...
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
Mon, Jan 01 2007
Poster of The Secret Life of Brian
The Secret Life of Brian
Michael Palin was
63 in The Secret Life of Brian
as 'Self'.
Mon, Jan 01 2007
Poster of The South Bank Show: Spamalot
The South Bank Show: Spamalot
Michael Palin was
63 in The South Bank Show: Spamalot
Sun, Oct 15 2006
Poster of 50 Films to See Before You Die
50 Films to See Before You Die
Michael Palin was
63 in 50 Films to See Before You Die
as 'Self'.
Sat, Jul 22 2006
Poster of Monty Python's Flying Circus - Michael Palin's Personal Best
Monty Python's Flying Circus - Michael Palin's Personal Best
Michael Palin was
62 in Monty Python's Flying Circus - Michael Palin's Personal Best
Mon, Feb 27 2006
Poster of Monty Python's Flying Circus - Graham Chapman's Personal Best
Monty Python's Flying Circus - Graham Chapman's Personal Best
Michael Palin was
62 in Monty Python's Flying Circus - Graham Chapman's Personal Best
as 'Various Characters'.
Wed, Feb 22 2006
Poster of The Roots of Monty Python
The Roots of Monty Python
Michael Palin was
62 in The Roots of Monty Python
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
Sat, Nov 26 2005
Poster of John Peel's Record Box
John Peel's Record Box
Michael Palin was
62 in John Peel's Record Box
as 'Self'.
Mon, Nov 14 2005
Poster of Michael Palin & the Mystery of Hammershøi
Michael Palin & the Mystery of Hammershøi
Michael Palin was
62 in Michael Palin & the Mystery of Hammershøi
as 'Host'.
Thu, Jul 14 2005
Poster of Remember the Secret Policeman's Ball?
Remember the Secret Policeman's Ball?
Michael Palin was
61 in Remember the Secret Policeman's Ball?
as 'Self'.
Thu, Dec 09 2004
Poster of Best Sellers or: Peter Sellers and 'Dr. Strangelove'
Best Sellers or: Peter Sellers and 'Dr. Strangelove'
Michael Palin was
61 in Best Sellers or: Peter Sellers and 'Dr. Strangelove'
as 'Self'.
Thu, Oct 28 2004
Poster of The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 1
The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 1
Michael Palin was
60 in The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 1
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
Thu, Jan 01 2004
Poster of The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 2
The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 2
Michael Palin was
60 in The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 2
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
Thu, Jan 01 2004
Poster of The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 3
The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 3
Michael Palin was
60 in The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 3
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
Thu, Jan 01 2004
Poster of Concert for George
Concert for George
Michael Palin was
60 in Concert for George
as 'Self'.
Fri, Oct 03 2003
Poster of The Meaning of Making 'The Meaning of Life'
The Meaning of Making 'The Meaning of Life'
Michael Palin was
60 in The Meaning of Making 'The Meaning of Life'
as 'Self'.
Tue, Sep 02 2003
Poster of Michael Palin and the Ladies Who Loved Matisse
Michael Palin and the Ladies Who Loved Matisse
Michael Palin was
59 in Michael Palin and the Ladies Who Loved Matisse
as 'Narrator'.
Mon, Apr 14 2003
Poster of Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television
Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television
Michael Palin was
59 in Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television
as 'Himself - Presenter'.
Wed, Nov 20 2002
Poster of Spike Milligan I told you I was ill... A live tribute
Spike Milligan I told you I was ill... A live tribute
Michael Palin was
59 in Spike Milligan I told you I was ill... A live tribute
as 'Self'.
Sat, Oct 05 2002
Poster of The Quest for the Holy Grail Locations
The Quest for the Holy Grail Locations
Michael Palin was
58 in The Quest for the Holy Grail Locations
as 'Self'.
Tue, Oct 23 2001
Poster of The Unknown Peter Sellers
The Unknown Peter Sellers
Michael Palin was
56 in The Unknown Peter Sellers
as 'Himself'.
Tue, Apr 25 2000
Poster of Monty Python: 30th Anniversary Sketches
Monty Python: 30th Anniversary Sketches
Michael Palin was
56 in Monty Python: 30th Anniversary Sketches
as 'Self'.
Fri, Oct 08 1999
Poster of The Monty Python Story
The Monty Python Story
Michael Palin was
56 in The Monty Python Story
as 'Self'.
Fri, Oct 08 1999
Poster of Monty Python: Pythonland
Monty Python: Pythonland
Michael Palin was
56 in Monty Python: Pythonland
Fri, Oct 08 1999
Poster of Monty Python: From Spam to Sperm
Monty Python: From Spam to Sperm
Michael Palin was
56 in Monty Python: From Spam to Sperm
as 'Self'.
Fri, Oct 08 1999
Poster of Monty Python: Live at Aspen
Monty Python: Live at Aspen
Michael Palin was
54 in Monty Python: Live at Aspen
as 'Self'.
Sat, Mar 21 1998
Poster of Palin on Redpath
Palin on Redpath
Michael Palin was
54 in Palin on Redpath
as 'Himself / Presenter'.
Mon, Dec 15 1997
Poster of Fierce Creatures
Fierce Creatures
Michael Palin was
53 in Fierce Creatures
as 'Adrian 'Bugsy' Malone'.
Thu, Jan 23 1997
Poster of The Willows in Winter
The Willows in Winter
Michael Palin was
53 in The Willows in Winter
as 'Rat'.
Thu, Dec 26 1996
Poster of The Wind in the Willows
The Wind in the Willows
Michael Palin was
53 in The Wind in the Willows
as 'The Sun'.
Wed, Oct 16 1996
Poster of The Wind in the Willows
The Wind in the Willows
Michael Palin was
52 in The Wind in the Willows
as 'Rat'.
Sun, Dec 24 1995
Poster of Michael Palin's Greatest Railway Journey: Derry To Kerry
Michael Palin's Greatest Railway Journey: Derry To Kerry
Michael Palin was
50 in Michael Palin's Greatest Railway Journey: Derry To Kerry
as 'Self'.
Fri, Feb 04 1994
Poster of Great Railway Journeys - Derry to Kerry
Great Railway Journeys - Derry to Kerry
Michael Palin was
50 in Great Railway Journeys - Derry to Kerry
as 'Himself'.
Thu, Feb 03 1994
Poster of Tracey Ullman: A Class Act
Tracey Ullman: A Class Act
Michael Palin was
49 in Tracey Ullman: A Class Act
as 'Various'.
Sat, Jan 09 1993
Poster of The South Bank Show: Terry Gilliam
The South Bank Show: Terry Gilliam
Michael Palin was
48 in The South Bank Show: Terry Gilliam
Sun, Oct 06 1991
Poster of Rabbit Ears - Jack and the Beanstalk
Rabbit Ears - Jack and the Beanstalk
Michael Palin was
48 in Rabbit Ears - Jack and the Beanstalk
as 'Narrator (voice)'.
Sun, Sep 01 1991
Poster of American Friends
American Friends
Michael Palin was
47 in American Friends
as 'Rev. Francis Ashby'.
Fri, Mar 22 1991
Poster of Viz: The Documentary
Viz: The Documentary
Michael Palin was
46 in Viz: The Documentary
as 'Self'.
Fri, May 04 1990
Poster of Life of Python
Life of Python
Michael Palin was
46 in Life of Python
as 'Self / Various Roles'.
Fri, Mar 16 1990
Poster of Parrot Sketch Not Included: Twenty Years of Monty Python
Parrot Sketch Not Included: Twenty Years of Monty Python
Michael Palin was
46 in Parrot Sketch Not Included: Twenty Years of Monty Python
as 'Self / Various Characters'.
Sat, Nov 18 1989
Poster of The Art Of Travel With Michael Palin
The Art Of Travel With Michael Palin
Michael Palin was
46 in The Art Of Travel With Michael Palin
as 'Self'.
Tue, Nov 07 1989
Poster of The Movie Life of George
The Movie Life of George
Michael Palin was
45 in The Movie Life of George
as 'Self'.
Fri, Feb 10 1989
Poster of The Secret Policeman’s Biggest Ball
The Secret Policeman’s Biggest Ball
Michael Palin was
45 in The Secret Policeman’s Biggest Ball
as 'Self'.
Sun, Jan 01 1989
Poster of A Fish Called Wanda
A Fish Called Wanda
Michael Palin was
45 in A Fish Called Wanda
as 'Ken Pile'.
Fri, Jul 15 1988
Poster of John Cleese's First Farewell Performance
John Cleese's First Farewell Performance
Michael Palin was
45 in John Cleese's First Farewell Performance
as 'Self'.
Wed, Jul 13 1988
Poster of The Grand Knockout Tournament
The Grand Knockout Tournament
Michael Palin was
44 in The Grand Knockout Tournament
as 'Self'.
Fri, Jun 19 1987
Poster of Comedians Do It On Stage
Comedians Do It On Stage
Michael Palin was
42 in Comedians Do It On Stage
as 'Self'.
Sat, Feb 01 1986
Poster of Brazil
Brazil
Michael Palin was
41 in Brazil
as 'Jack Lint'.
Wed, Feb 20 1985
Poster of A Private Function
A Private Function
Michael Palin was
41 in A Private Function
as 'Gilbert Chilvers'.
Fri, Nov 09 1984
Poster of The Dress
The Dress
Michael Palin was
40 in The Dress
as 'Howard'.
Tue, Jan 03 1984
Poster of Comic Roots: Michael Palin
Comic Roots: Michael Palin
Michael Palin was
40 in Comic Roots: Michael Palin
Fri, Aug 12 1983
Poster of The Crimson Permanent Assurance
The Crimson Permanent Assurance
Michael Palin was
39 in The Crimson Permanent Assurance
as 'Workman'.
Thu, Mar 31 1983
Poster of Monty Python's The Meaning of Life
Monty Python's The Meaning of Life
Michael Palin was
39 in Monty Python's The Meaning of Life
as 'Various Roles'.
Thu, Mar 31 1983
Poster of The Missionary
The Missionary
Michael Palin was
39 in The Missionary
as 'The Reverend Charles Fortescue'.
Tue, Nov 02 1982
Poster of Monty Python Live at the Hollywood Bowl
Monty Python Live at the Hollywood Bowl
Michael Palin was
39 in Monty Python Live at the Hollywood Bowl
as 'Various Roles'.
Fri, Jun 25 1982
Poster of The Secret Policeman's Other Ball
The Secret Policeman's Other Ball
Michael Palin was
38 in The Secret Policeman's Other Ball
as 'Self - Various Roles'.
Mon, Mar 01 1982
Poster of Time Bandits
Time Bandits
Michael Palin was
38 in Time Bandits
as 'Vincent'.
Mon, Jul 13 1981
Poster of The Box
The Box
Michael Palin was
37 in The Box
as '(voice)'.
Sun, Mar 29 1981
Poster of Great Railway Journeys - Confessions of a Train Spotter
Great Railway Journeys - Confessions of a Train Spotter
Michael Palin was
37 in Great Railway Journeys - Confessions of a Train Spotter
as 'Himself'.
Thu, Nov 27 1980
Poster of The Secret Policeman's Ball
The Secret Policeman's Ball
Michael Palin was
36 in The Secret Policeman's Ball
as 'Various Roles'.
Sat, Dec 22 1979
Poster of Roger of the Raj
Roger of the Raj
Michael Palin was
36 in Roger of the Raj
as 'Roger'.
Wed, Oct 24 1979
Poster of Golden Gordon
Golden Gordon
Michael Palin was
36 in Golden Gordon
as 'Gordon Ottershaw'.
Wed, Oct 17 1979
Poster of Whinfrey's Last Case
Whinfrey's Last Case
Michael Palin was
36 in Whinfrey's Last Case
as 'Gerald Whinfrey'.
Wed, Oct 10 1979
Poster of Life of Brian
Life of Brian
Michael Palin was
36 in Life of Brian
as 'Wise Man #3 / Mr. Big Nose / Francis / Mrs. A / Ex-Leper / Announcer / Ben / Pontius Pilate / Boring Prophet / Eddie / Shoe Follower / Nisus Wettus'.
Fri, Aug 17 1979
Poster of The Pythons: Somewhere in Tunisia, Circa A.D. 1979
The Pythons: Somewhere in Tunisia, Circa A.D. 1979
Michael Palin was
36 in The Pythons: Somewhere in Tunisia, Circa A.D. 1979
as 'Self'.
Wed, Jun 20 1979
Poster of The Rutles: All You Need Is Cash
The Rutles: All You Need Is Cash
Michael Palin was
34 in The Rutles: All You Need Is Cash
as 'Eric Manchester'.
Wed, Mar 22 1978
Poster of The Curse of the Claw
The Curse of the Claw
Michael Palin was
34 in The Curse of the Claw
as 'Kevin Orr'.
Tue, Oct 25 1977
Poster of Murder at Moorstones Manor
Murder at Moorstones Manor
Michael Palin was
34 in Murder at Moorstones Manor
as 'Charles Chiddingford'.
Tue, Oct 11 1977
Poster of Escape from Stalag Luft 112B
Escape from Stalag Luft 112B
Michael Palin was
34 in Escape from Stalag Luft 112B
as 'Major Errol Phipps'.
Tue, Oct 04 1977
Poster of The Testing of Eric Olthwaite
The Testing of Eric Olthwaite
Michael Palin was
34 in The Testing of Eric Olthwaite
as 'Eric Olthwaite'.
Thu, Sep 22 1977
Poster of The Broken Bottle
The Broken Bottle
Michael Palin was
33 in The Broken Bottle
Thu, Mar 31 1977
Poster of Jabberwocky
Jabberwocky
Michael Palin was
33 in Jabberwocky
as 'Dennis Cooper'.
Mon, Mar 28 1977
Poster of Pleasure at Her Majesty's
Pleasure at Her Majesty's
Michael Palin was
33 in Pleasure at Her Majesty's
as 'Self'.
Wed, Dec 29 1976
Poster of Tomkinson's Schooldays
Tomkinson's Schooldays
Michael Palin was
32 in Tomkinson's Schooldays
as 'Tomkinson'.
Wed, Jan 07 1976
Poster of Three Men in a Boat
Three Men in a Boat
Michael Palin was
32 in Three Men in a Boat
as 'Harris'.
Wed, Dec 31 1975
Poster of Monty Python and the Holy Grail
Monty Python and the Holy Grail
Michael Palin was
31 in Monty Python and the Holy Grail
as 'First Swallow-Savvy Guard / Dennis / Peasant 2 / Right Head / Sir Galahad the Pure / Narrator / King of Swamp Castle / Brother Maynard's Brother / Leader of The Knights Who Say NI!'.
Fri, Mar 14 1975
Poster of Monty Python & the Holy Grail Location Report
Monty Python & the Holy Grail Location Report
Michael Palin was
31 in Monty Python & the Holy Grail Location Report
as 'Self'.
Thu, Dec 19 1974
Poster of Henry Cleans Up
Henry Cleans Up
Michael Palin was
30 in Henry Cleans Up
as 'Henry'.
Wed, Jan 02 1974
Poster of Is This a Record?
Is This a Record?
Michael Palin was
30 in Is This a Record?
as 'Various'.
Fri, Jun 01 1973
Poster of Monty Python In The Netherlands
Monty Python In The Netherlands
Michael Palin was
29 in Monty Python In The Netherlands
Thu, Jan 18 1973
Poster of The Great Birds Eye Peas Relaunch 1971
The Great Birds Eye Peas Relaunch 1971
Michael Palin was
28 in The Great Birds Eye Peas Relaunch 1971
Fri, Dec 31 1971
Poster of And Now for Something Completely Different
And Now for Something Completely Different
Michael Palin was
28 in And Now for Something Completely Different
as 'Gumby / Man with tape recorder / Phrasebook Author / Arthur Pewtey / Second self - defence student / Second Tenant / Lost His Wallet / Shrill Petrol Announcer / Milkman / Ernest Scribbler / Pet shop employee / Lumberjack / Headwaiter Gilberto / Herbert Anchovy / Blackmail Presenter / Gervais Brookhamster / Town Guild Lady'.
Tue, Sep 28 1971
Poster of Euroshow '71: May Day Special
Euroshow '71: May Day Special
Michael Palin was
27 in Euroshow '71: May Day Special
as 'Various (as Montypython Flyingcircus)'.
Sat, May 01 1971
Poster of Monty Python: Who's There?
Monty Python: Who's There?
Michael Palin was
26 in Monty Python: Who's There?
as 'Ken'.
Wed, Apr 15 1970
Poster of Ending It All
Ending It All
Michael Palin was
26 in Ending It All
Thu, Jan 01 1970
Poster of How to Irritate People
How to Irritate People
Michael Palin was
25 in How to Irritate People
as 'Various'.
Tue, Jan 21 1969
Poster of Isadora Duncan, the Biggest Dancer in the World
Isadora Duncan, the Biggest Dancer in the World
Michael Palin was
22 in Isadora Duncan, the Biggest Dancer in the World
as 'Jazz Band Undertaker (uncredited)'.
Sun, Jan 02 1966
Poster of Close-Up Toothpaste Relaunch
Close-Up Toothpaste Relaunch
Michael Palin will be
81+ in Close-Up Toothpaste Relaunch
as 'salesman'.
Unreleased
Poster of The Magic Faraway Tree
The Magic Faraway Tree
Michael Palin will be
81+ in The Magic Faraway Tree
Unreleased
Poster of The Bigger Bubble
The Bigger Bubble
Michael Palin will be
81+ in The Bigger Bubble
as 'Dennis (Monty Python and the Holy Grail)'.
Unreleased
Poster of Across the Andes by Frog
Across the Andes by Frog
Michael Palin will be
81+ in Across the Andes by Frog
as 'Captain Walter Snetterton'.
Unreleased

TV Shows (Acting Roles)

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Ages in TV shows are based off the first air date and may not be accurate. View individual episode details for accurate ages
Poster of Michael Palin in Nigeria
Michael Palin in Nigeria
Michael Palin was
80+ in Michael Palin in Nigeria
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Tue, Apr 16 2024
Poster of Michael Palin: Into Iraq
Michael Palin: Into Iraq
Michael Palin was
79+ in Michael Palin: Into Iraq
First Air Date
Tue, Sep 20 2022
Poster of Michael Palin: Travels of a Lifetime
Michael Palin: Travels of a Lifetime
Michael Palin was
77+ in Michael Palin: Travels of a Lifetime
as 'Self - Host'.
First Air Date
Sun, Oct 04 2020
Poster of Staged
Staged
Michael Palin was
77+ in Staged
as 'Michael'.
First Air Date
Wed, Jun 10 2020
Poster of Worzel Gummidge
Worzel Gummidge
Michael Palin was
76+ in Worzel Gummidge
as 'The Green Man'.
First Air Date
Thu, Dec 26 2019
Poster of Michael Palin in North Korea
Michael Palin in North Korea
Michael Palin was
75+ in Michael Palin in North Korea
as 'Himself - Host'.
First Air Date
Fri, Sep 28 2018
Poster of Vanity Fair
Vanity Fair
Michael Palin was
75+ in Vanity Fair
as 'William Makepeace Thackeray'.
First Air Date
Sun, Sep 02 2018
Poster of Artsnight
Artsnight
Michael Palin was
71+ in Artsnight
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Fri, Mar 06 2015
Poster of A Life on Screen
A Life on Screen
Michael Palin was
71+ in A Life on Screen
as 'Himself'.
First Air Date
Wed, Dec 24 2014
Poster of Remember Me
Remember Me
Michael Palin was
71+ in Remember Me
as 'Tom Parfitt'.
First Air Date
Sun, Nov 23 2014
Poster of Monty Python's Best Bits (Mostly)
Monty Python's Best Bits (Mostly)
Michael Palin was
71+ in Monty Python's Best Bits (Mostly)
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
First Air Date
Mon, Nov 03 2014
Poster of Alexander Armstrong's Real Ripping Yarns
Alexander Armstrong's Real Ripping Yarns
Michael Palin was
70+ in Alexander Armstrong's Real Ripping Yarns
First Air Date
Thu, Apr 10 2014
Poster of Brazil with Michael Palin
Brazil with Michael Palin
Michael Palin was
69+ in Brazil with Michael Palin
as 'Self (Presenter)'.
First Air Date
Wed, Oct 24 2012
Poster of The Jonathan Ross Show
The Jonathan Ross Show
Michael Palin was
68+ in The Jonathan Ross Show
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Sat, Sep 03 2011
Poster of ZULU Comedy Galla
ZULU Comedy Galla
Michael Palin was
67+ in ZULU Comedy Galla
as 'Michael Palin'.
First Air Date
Thu, Sep 02 2010
Poster of Monty Python: Almost the Truth (The Lawyer's Cut)
Monty Python: Almost the Truth (The Lawyer's Cut)
Michael Palin was
66+ in Monty Python: Almost the Truth (The Lawyer's Cut)
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Sun, Oct 18 2009
Poster of Michael Palin's New Europe
Michael Palin's New Europe
Michael Palin was
64+ in Michael Palin's New Europe
as 'Himself'.
First Air Date
Sun, Sep 16 2007
Poster of Movie Connections
Movie Connections
Michael Palin was
64+ in Movie Connections
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Mon, Sep 10 2007
Poster of The Alan Titchmarsh Show
The Alan Titchmarsh Show
Michael Palin was
64+ in The Alan Titchmarsh Show
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Mon, Sep 03 2007
Poster of The Graham Norton Show
The Graham Norton Show
Michael Palin was
63+ in The Graham Norton Show
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Thu, Feb 22 2007
Poster of Legends
Legends
Michael Palin was
63+ in Legends
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Fri, Nov 17 2006
Poster of The One Show
The One Show
Michael Palin was
63+ in The One Show
as 'Self - Guest'.
First Air Date
Mon, Aug 14 2006
Poster of Monty Python's Personal Best
Monty Python's Personal Best
Michael Palin was
62+ in Monty Python's Personal Best
as 'Self / Various Characters'.
First Air Date
Wed, Feb 22 2006
Poster of Himalaya with Michael Palin
Himalaya with Michael Palin
Michael Palin was
61+ in Himalaya with Michael Palin
as 'Self - Presenter'.
First Air Date
Sun, Oct 03 2004
Poster of Sahara with Michael Palin
Sahara with Michael Palin
Michael Palin was
59+ in Sahara with Michael Palin
as 'Self - Presenter'.
First Air Date
Sun, Oct 13 2002
Poster of Michael Palin's Hemingway Adventure
Michael Palin's Hemingway Adventure
Michael Palin was
56+ in Michael Palin's Hemingway Adventure
First Air Date
Sun, Oct 17 1999
Poster of Fantasy World Cup
Fantasy World Cup
Michael Palin was
55+ in Fantasy World Cup
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Tue, Jun 09 1998
Poster of Parkinson
Parkinson
Michael Palin was
54+ in Parkinson
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Fri, Jan 09 1998
Poster of Full Circle with Michael Palin
Full Circle with Michael Palin
Michael Palin was
54+ in Full Circle with Michael Palin
as 'Himself'.
First Air Date
Sun, Aug 31 1997
Poster of Clive Anderson All Talk
Clive Anderson All Talk
Michael Palin was
53+ in Clive Anderson All Talk
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Sun, Oct 06 1996
Poster of The Frank Skinner Show
The Frank Skinner Show
Michael Palin was
52+ in The Frank Skinner Show
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Sun, Sep 10 1995
Poster of Late Night with Conan O'Brien
Late Night with Conan O'Brien
Michael Palin was
50+ in Late Night with Conan O'Brien
as 'Self - Guest'.
First Air Date
Mon, Sep 13 1993
Poster of Pole to Pole
Pole to Pole
Michael Palin was
49+ in Pole to Pole
as 'Himself'.
First Air Date
Wed, Oct 21 1992
Poster of G.B.H.
G.B.H.
Michael Palin was
48+ in G.B.H.
as 'Jim Nelson'.
First Air Date
Thu, Jun 06 1991
Poster of The Simpsons
The Simpsons
Michael Palin was
46+ in The Simpsons
as 'Springfield History Museum curator (voice)'.
First Air Date
Sun, Dec 17 1989
Poster of Michael Palin: The Art of Travel
Michael Palin: The Art of Travel
Michael Palin was
46+ in Michael Palin: The Art of Travel
First Air Date
Tue, Nov 07 1989
Poster of Michael Palin: Around the World in 80 Days
Michael Palin: Around the World in 80 Days
Michael Palin was
46+ in Michael Palin: Around the World in 80 Days
as 'Himself'.
First Air Date
Wed, Oct 11 1989
Poster of Daytime Live
Daytime Live
Michael Palin was
44+ in Daytime Live
First Air Date
Wed, Oct 21 1987
Poster of Going Live!
Going Live!
Michael Palin was
44+ in Going Live!
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Sat, Sep 26 1987
Poster of Omnibus Presents Comic Relief
Omnibus Presents Comic Relief
Michael Palin was
42+ in Omnibus Presents Comic Relief
First Air Date
Fri, Apr 25 1986
Poster of Wogan
Wogan
Michael Palin was
38+ in Wogan
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Tue, May 04 1982
Poster of Travels with Palin
Travels with Palin
Michael Palin was
37+ in Travels with Palin
as 'Himself'.
First Air Date
Thu, Nov 27 1980
Poster of Great Railway Journeys
Great Railway Journeys
Michael Palin was
37+ in Great Railway Journeys
as 'Self - Presenter'.
First Air Date
Thu, Oct 23 1980
Poster of The Secret Policeman's Ball
The Secret Policeman's Ball
Michael Palin was
32+ in The Secret Policeman's Ball
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Thu, Apr 01 1976
Poster of Ripping Yarns
Ripping Yarns
Michael Palin was
32+ in Ripping Yarns
as ', Gerald Whinfrey, Roger, Kevin Orr / Uncle Jack'.
First Air Date
Wed, Jan 07 1976
Poster of Saturday Night Live
Saturday Night Live
Michael Palin was
32+ in Saturday Night Live
as 'Self - Host, Self - Cameo (uncredited)'.
First Air Date
Sat, Oct 11 1975
Poster of Les Rendez-vous du dimanche
Les Rendez-vous du dimanche
Michael Palin was
31+ in Les Rendez-vous du dimanche
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Sun, Jan 12 1975
Poster of Pebble Mill at One
Pebble Mill at One
Michael Palin was
29+ in Pebble Mill at One
First Air Date
Mon, Oct 09 1972
Poster of Monty Python's Fliegender Zirkus
Monty Python's Fliegender Zirkus
Michael Palin was
28+ in Monty Python's Fliegender Zirkus
as 'Various Characters'.
First Air Date
Mon, Jan 03 1972
Poster of Clangers
Clangers
Michael Palin was
26+ in Clangers
as 'Narrator (voice)'.
First Air Date
Sun, Nov 16 1969
Poster of Monty Python's Flying Circus
Monty Python's Flying Circus
Michael Palin was
26+ in Monty Python's Flying Circus
as 'Various / "It's" man'.
First Air Date
Sun, Oct 05 1969
Poster of The Complete and Utter History of Britain
The Complete and Utter History of Britain
Michael Palin was
25+ in The Complete and Utter History of Britain
First Air Date
Sun, Jan 12 1969
Poster of Frost on Sunday
Frost on Sunday
Michael Palin was
25+ in Frost on Sunday
First Air Date
Sun, Sep 08 1968
Poster of Do Not Adjust Your Set
Do Not Adjust Your Set
Michael Palin was
24+ in Do Not Adjust Your Set
as 'Various Characters'.
First Air Date
Tue, Dec 26 1967
Poster of Twice a Fortnight
Twice a Fortnight
Michael Palin was
24+ in Twice a Fortnight
First Air Date
Sat, Oct 21 1967
Poster of A Series Of Bird's
A Series Of Bird's
Michael Palin was
24+ in A Series Of Bird's
First Air Date
Tue, Oct 03 1967