Idle, Eric
Overview
| Works: | 756 works in 2,238 publications in 11 languages and 43,698 library holdings |
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| Genres: | Drama Comedy films Juvenile works Children's films Action and adventure films Fantasy films Animated films Fiction Children's audiobooks Film adaptations |
| Roles: | Actor, Author of screenplay, Narrator, Author, Librettist, Performer, Composer, Lyricist, Interviewee, Director, Singer, Editor, Scenarist, Conceptor, Author of introduction, Author of afterword, colophon, etc., Other, Arranger, Restager , Publishing director, Film editor, Creator |
| Classifications: | PN1997, 791.4372 |
Publication Timeline
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Most widely held works about
Eric Idle
- The greedy bastard diary : a comic tour of America by Eric Idle( Book )
- Expanded books interview( Visual )
- Seussical : [theatre program], 2006( Book )
- [Eric Idle discusses comedy as the measurement of the freedom of any society] : [interview by Eric Idle( Recording )
- [Eric Idle, Joan Bakewell, Ray Winstone]( Visual )
- Contemporary authors; a bio-bibliographical guide to current writers in fiction, general nonfiction, poetry, journalism, drama, motion pictures, television and other fields( )
- Seussical : [poster]( Visual )
- Eric Idle's Personal Best( )
- Robin Williams talks with classic funnymen by Robin Williams( Recording )
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Most widely held works by
Eric Idle
Monty Python and the Holy Grail by
Terry Gilliam(
Visual
)
121 editions published between 1974 and 2015 in 6 languages and held by 3,850 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The quest for the Holy Grail by King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table is retold in inimitable Python fashion
121 editions published between 1974 and 2015 in 6 languages and held by 3,850 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The quest for the Holy Grail by King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table is retold in inimitable Python fashion
Casper by
Bradley Silberling(
Visual
)
48 editions published between 1995 and 2015 in 8 languages and held by 2,258 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Ghost therapist" Dr. James Harvey and his daughter Kat arrive at drafty, old Whipstaff Manor. Its greedy owner, Carrigan Crittendon, has hired Dr. Harvey to exorcise the house's apparitions: a friendly but lonely young ghost named Casper, who's just looking for a friend, and his outrageous uncles Stretch, Stinkie and Fatso (The Ghostly Trio). If the plan works, she and Dibs, her partner-in-slime, can get their hands on the manor's fabled treasure. Casper finds a kindred spirit in Kat, but the Ghostly Trio will not tolerate "fleshies" in their house
48 editions published between 1995 and 2015 in 8 languages and held by 2,258 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Ghost therapist" Dr. James Harvey and his daughter Kat arrive at drafty, old Whipstaff Manor. Its greedy owner, Carrigan Crittendon, has hired Dr. Harvey to exorcise the house's apparitions: a friendly but lonely young ghost named Casper, who's just looking for a friend, and his outrageous uncles Stretch, Stinkie and Fatso (The Ghostly Trio). If the plan works, she and Dibs, her partner-in-slime, can get their hands on the manor's fabled treasure. Casper finds a kindred spirit in Kat, but the Ghostly Trio will not tolerate "fleshies" in their house
Monty Python's Life of Brian by
Terry Jones(
Visual
)
66 editions published between 1979 and 2008 in 4 languages and held by 1,892 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The Pythons satirize religion, capital punishment, revolutionary politics, terrorism, graffiti, science fiction, and a host of other topics through the story of Brian, a first-century Judean
66 editions published between 1979 and 2008 in 4 languages and held by 1,892 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The Pythons satirize religion, capital punishment, revolutionary politics, terrorism, graffiti, science fiction, and a host of other topics through the story of Brian, a first-century Judean
Monty Python's The meaning of life by
Monty Python (Comedy troupe)(
Visual
)
83 editions published between 1983 and 2014 in 6 languages and held by 1,827 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Monty Python presents a glimpse into the true meaning of life (and fish)
83 editions published between 1983 and 2014 in 6 languages and held by 1,827 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Monty Python presents a glimpse into the true meaning of life (and fish)
The Boxtrolls by
Graham Annable(
Visual
)
3 editions published between 2014 and 2015 in English and held by 1,594 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The Boxtrolls, these box-wearing, quirky, mischievous creatures have lovingly raised an orphaned human boy named Eggs in the amazing cavernous home they've built beneath the streets of Cheesebridge. When the town's villain, Archibald Snatcher, comes up with a plot to get rid of the Boxtrolls, Eggs decides to venture above ground, 'into the light, ' where he meets and teams up with fabulously feisty Winnie. Together, they devise a daring plan to save Eggs' family
3 editions published between 2014 and 2015 in English and held by 1,594 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The Boxtrolls, these box-wearing, quirky, mischievous creatures have lovingly raised an orphaned human boy named Eggs in the amazing cavernous home they've built beneath the streets of Cheesebridge. When the town's villain, Archibald Snatcher, comes up with a plot to get rid of the Boxtrolls, Eggs decides to venture above ground, 'into the light, ' where he meets and teams up with fabulously feisty Winnie. Together, they devise a daring plan to save Eggs' family
Charlie and the chocolate factory by
Roald Dahl(
Recording
)
40 editions published between 1964 and 2010 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,466 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When Charlie Bucket finds himself the proud winner of a Golden Ticket in a chocolate bar, he knows he has the greatest treat in the world in store for him. Join Charlie on his fantastic world-famous adventures in Willy Wonka's miraculous chocolate factory, where he sees strawberry-juice water pistols, luminous lollipops, a chocolate river, and rainbow drops?and has the time of his life
40 editions published between 1964 and 2010 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,466 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When Charlie Bucket finds himself the proud winner of a Golden Ticket in a chocolate bar, he knows he has the greatest treat in the world in store for him. Join Charlie on his fantastic world-famous adventures in Willy Wonka's miraculous chocolate factory, where he sees strawberry-juice water pistols, luminous lollipops, a chocolate river, and rainbow drops?and has the time of his life
The complete Monty Python's flying circus by
Monty Python (Comedy troupe)(
Visual
)
39 editions published between 1971 and 2010 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 946 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Comedy sketches and animation from the influential British comedy show
39 editions published between 1971 and 2010 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 946 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Comedy sketches and animation from the influential British comedy show
Monty Python's Spamalot : original Broadway cast recording by
John Du Prez(
Recording
)
13 editions published in 2005 in 3 languages and held by 925 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A musical of the highest Excalibur! SPAMALOT is a new Broadway show 'lovingly ripped-off' from the film 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail'. The show opened on Broadway on March 17and stars Tim Curry (The Rocky Horror Picture Show) as King Arthur, David Hyde-Pierce (Frasier) as Sir Robin and Hank Azaria (The Simpsons) as Sir Lancelot. Currently playing sold-out shows to packed houses at Broadway's Shubert Theatre, SPAMALOT captures the distinct brand of Python humour that appeals to audiences of all ages. SPAMALOT tells the tale of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table and their quest for the Holy Grail, with the aid of hilarious, highly choreographed production numbers. The show has more than a few lusty maidens, a gaggle of beautiful ladies in diaphanous gowns, a small army of dancing knights, and a killer rabbit. Directed by legendary Oscar and Tony Award winner Mike Nichols (Angels in America, The Graduate, The Birdcage), SPAMALOT was written by founding Python member Eric Idle. In addition to many new songs written by Idle and composer John Du Prez (A Fish Called Wanda, Monty Python and the Meaning of Life), fans will instantly recognize the songs from the "Holy Grail" film as well as the classic Python tune "Always Look At The Bright Side Of Life."
13 editions published in 2005 in 3 languages and held by 925 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A musical of the highest Excalibur! SPAMALOT is a new Broadway show 'lovingly ripped-off' from the film 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail'. The show opened on Broadway on March 17and stars Tim Curry (The Rocky Horror Picture Show) as King Arthur, David Hyde-Pierce (Frasier) as Sir Robin and Hank Azaria (The Simpsons) as Sir Lancelot. Currently playing sold-out shows to packed houses at Broadway's Shubert Theatre, SPAMALOT captures the distinct brand of Python humour that appeals to audiences of all ages. SPAMALOT tells the tale of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table and their quest for the Holy Grail, with the aid of hilarious, highly choreographed production numbers. The show has more than a few lusty maidens, a gaggle of beautiful ladies in diaphanous gowns, a small army of dancing knights, and a killer rabbit. Directed by legendary Oscar and Tony Award winner Mike Nichols (Angels in America, The Graduate, The Birdcage), SPAMALOT was written by founding Python member Eric Idle. In addition to many new songs written by Idle and composer John Du Prez (A Fish Called Wanda, Monty Python and the Meaning of Life), fans will instantly recognize the songs from the "Holy Grail" film as well as the classic Python tune "Always Look At The Bright Side Of Life."
George Harrison : living in the material world by
Martin Scorsese(
Visual
)
14 editions published between 2011 and 2012 in English and held by 895 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Using unseen photos and footage ... director Martin Scorsese traces the life of George Harrison in a personal film, weaving together performance footage, home movies, rare archival materials and interviews with his family and friends"--Container
14 editions published between 2011 and 2012 in English and held by 895 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Using unseen photos and footage ... director Martin Scorsese traces the life of George Harrison in a personal film, weaving together performance footage, home movies, rare archival materials and interviews with his family and friends"--Container
The secret of NIMH 2 : Timmy to the rescue by
Robert C O'Brien(
Visual
)
12 editions published between 1998 and 2010 in English and Spanish and held by 887 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A young mouse must prove himself when Thorn Valley needs a hero
12 editions published between 1998 and 2010 in English and Spanish and held by 887 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A young mouse must prove himself when Thorn Valley needs a hero
The road to Mars : a post-modem novel by
Eric Idle(
Book
)
30 editions published between 1998 and 2014 in 4 languages and held by 817 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
On a tour of planets in the 24th century, two comedians are caught in a terrorist plot to sabotage a spaceship. They are rescued by their robot, the third member of their act
30 editions published between 1998 and 2014 in 4 languages and held by 817 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
On a tour of planets in the 24th century, two comedians are caught in a terrorist plot to sabotage a spaceship. They are rescued by their robot, the third member of their act
The adventures of Baron Munchausen by
Terry Gilliam(
Visual
)
52 editions published between 1988 and 2017 in 4 languages and held by 800 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The amazing journeys of Baron von Munchausen, who sets sail in a hot air balloon in search of his old comrades-at-arms with the object of saving a European city from the superior forces of a Turkish sultan
52 editions published between 1988 and 2017 in 4 languages and held by 800 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The amazing journeys of Baron von Munchausen, who sets sail in a hot air balloon in search of his old comrades-at-arms with the object of saving a European city from the superior forces of a Turkish sultan
Life of Brian by
Terry Jones(
Visual
)
8 editions published between 1999 and 2008 in English and held by 760 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The Pythons satirize religion (Christianity) capital punishment, revolutionary politics, terrorism, graffiti, science fiction, and a host of other topics through the story of Brian, a first-century Judean
8 editions published between 1999 and 2008 in English and held by 760 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The Pythons satirize religion (Christianity) capital punishment, revolutionary politics, terrorism, graffiti, science fiction, and a host of other topics through the story of Brian, a first-century Judean
Charlie and the great glass elevator by
Roald Dahl(
Recording
)
16 editions published between 1996 and 2008 in English and Undetermined and held by 706 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Last seen flying through the sky in a giant elevator in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Charlie Bucket is back for another adventure. When the giant elevator picks up speed, Charlie, Willy Wonka, and the gang are sent hurtling through space and time. Visiting the world's first space hotel, battling the dreaded Vermicious Knids, and saving the world are only a few stops along this remarkable, intergalactic joyride
16 editions published between 1996 and 2008 in English and Undetermined and held by 706 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Last seen flying through the sky in a giant elevator in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Charlie Bucket is back for another adventure. When the giant elevator picks up speed, Charlie, Willy Wonka, and the gang are sent hurtling through space and time. Visiting the world's first space hotel, battling the dreaded Vermicious Knids, and saving the world are only a few stops along this remarkable, intergalactic joyride
European vacation by
Amy Heckerling(
Visual
)
10 editions published between 1985 and 2010 in English and held by 706 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The all-American Clark family wins a deluxe European vacation tour. Ecstatic Mr. Clark (who seems to have O.D.'d on "Father Knows Best" reruns) plans a getaway jammed with forced family togetherness, two weeks sure to become a treasure trove of golden Griswald memories. For the Griswalds, it's typical holiday road havoc
10 editions published between 1985 and 2010 in English and held by 706 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The all-American Clark family wins a deluxe European vacation tour. Ecstatic Mr. Clark (who seems to have O.D.'d on "Father Knows Best" reruns) plans a getaway jammed with forced family togetherness, two weeks sure to become a treasure trove of golden Griswald memories. For the Griswalds, it's typical holiday road havoc
Wheelhouse by
Brad Paisley(
Recording
)
5 editions published in 2013 in English and held by 686 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Wheelhouse features ''Southern Comfort Zone, '' Paisley's latest single which has climbed to No. 2 on the Billboard country airplay chart. There are guest appearances by Dierks Bentley, Hunter Hayes, Charlie Daniels, LL Cool J, singer-songwriter Mat Kearney and British actor-comedian Eric Idle. The CD features 17 songs written or co-written by Paisley
5 editions published in 2013 in English and held by 686 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Wheelhouse features ''Southern Comfort Zone, '' Paisley's latest single which has climbed to No. 2 on the Billboard country airplay chart. There are guest appearances by Dierks Bentley, Hunter Hayes, Charlie Daniels, LL Cool J, singer-songwriter Mat Kearney and British actor-comedian Eric Idle. The CD features 17 songs written or co-written by Paisley
Dudley Do-Right by Universal Pictures(
Visual
)
7 editions published in 1999 in English and held by 613 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Follow the hilarious exploits of the dedicated but hapless young Mountie as he struggles to outwit the evil Snidely Whiplash
7 editions published in 1999 in English and held by 613 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Follow the hilarious exploits of the dedicated but hapless young Mountie as he struggles to outwit the evil Snidely Whiplash
Mr. Toad's wild ride by
Walt Disney(
Visual
)
10 editions published between 1996 and 2004 in English and held by 578 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Mr. Toad's mad mania for motorcars drives his dear friends Mole, Rat and Badger into a world of frenzy--especially when he barters the fabulous Toad Hall for a shiny red roadster and the conniving Weasals plan to turn it into a dog food factory
10 editions published between 1996 and 2004 in English and held by 578 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Mr. Toad's mad mania for motorcars drives his dear friends Mole, Rat and Badger into a world of frenzy--especially when he barters the fabulous Toad Hall for a shiny red roadster and the conniving Weasals plan to turn it into a dog food factory
Transformers : the movie by
Nelson Shin(
Visual
)
19 editions published between 1986 and 2016 in English and Spanish and held by 574 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The Autobots must stop a colossal planet-consuming robot who goes after the Autobot Matrix of Leadership. At the same time, they must defend themselves against an all-out attack from the Decepticons
19 editions published between 1986 and 2016 in English and Spanish and held by 574 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The Autobots must stop a colossal planet-consuming robot who goes after the Autobot Matrix of Leadership. At the same time, they must defend themselves against an all-out attack from the Decepticons
102 Dalmatians by
Walt Disney(
Visual
)
6 editions published in 2008 in English and held by 570 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Oddball is the newest puppy. She is searching for her spots. Waddlesworth is a macaw who thinks he's a rottweiler. After a spot of therapy Cruella De Vil is released from prison and is a changed woman who is devoted to dogs and good causes. She is delighted that her parole officer, Chloe, has a dalmatian family and big connections with a dog charity. But the sound of Big Ben can reverse the treatment so it is only a matter of time before Cruella is back to her incredibly ghastly ways, using her new-found connections with Chloe and friends to get at the dalmatians
6 editions published in 2008 in English and held by 570 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Oddball is the newest puppy. She is searching for her spots. Waddlesworth is a macaw who thinks he's a rottweiler. After a spot of therapy Cruella De Vil is released from prison and is a changed woman who is devoted to dogs and good causes. She is delighted that her parole officer, Chloe, has a dalmatian family and big connections with a dog charity. But the sound of Big Ben can reverse the treatment so it is only a matter of time before Cruella is back to her incredibly ghastly ways, using her new-found connections with Chloe and friends to get at the dalmatians
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Related Identities
- Cleese, John Performer Musician Scenarist Conceptor Author of screenplay Author Actor Narrator
- Gilliam, Terry Interviewee Performer Scenarist Animator Restager Director Conceptor Author of screenplay Film editor Actor
- Monty Python (Comedy troupe) Scenarist Performer Actor
- Palin, Michael Performer Scenarist Conceptor Author of screenplay Actor Narrator
- Jones, Terry 1942- Performer Scenarist Restager Director Author of screenplay Film editor Author Actor Narrator
- Chapman, Graham 1941-1989 Other Performer Scenarist Conceptor Author of screenplay Author Actor Narrator
- Python (Monty) Pictures Producer
- New Video Group
- A & E Home Video (Firm)
- Goldstone, John 1943- Producer
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Androids Animals Arthur,--King Authors, American Bucket, Charlie (Fictitious character) Casper the Friendly Ghost (Fictitious character) Children--Conduct of life Chocolate Chocolate industry Christianity Comedians Country music Criminal behavior Dalmatian dog De Vil, Cruella (Fictitious character) England English wit and humor Europe Families Ghost plays Grail Great Britain Harrison, George, Humorous stories Idle, Eric Jesus Christ Life Literature, Modern Macaws Manners and customs Mice Middle East--Judaea Region Middle East--Wilderness of Judaea Musicals Orphans Outer space Politics and government Pseudo-Messiahs Quests (Expeditions) Religion Rock musicians Romans Transformers (Fictitious characters) Travel Trolls Twenty-second century United States Vacations Vaudeville Wonka, Willy (Fictitious character)
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Alternative Names
Eric Idle acteur
Eric Idle aktor brytyjski (Latający Cyrk Monty Pythona)
Eric Idle attore, comico e scrittore britannico
Eric Idle britischer Schauspieler, Filmproduzent, Regisseur, Komponist und Buchautor
Eric Idle Brits filmacteur
Eric Idle pemeran laki-laki asal Britania Raya
Ericus Idle
Erik Ajdl
Ēriks Aidls
Idle Eric
Idleberg, Eric C. 1943-
Lied, Rice 1943-
Έρικ Άιντλ
Ерик Айдъл
Ерик Ајдл
Ерік Айдл
Эрик Айдл
Էրիկ Այդլ
אריק איידל
אריק איידל סופר בריטי
اریک آیدل فیلمنامهنویس، کمدین، بازیگر، نویسنده، و خواننده-ترانهسرا انگلیسی
에릭 아이들
エリック・アイドル
埃里克·埃德尔
埃里克·艾德尔
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