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Peter Sellers
A brilliant and eccentric comedic genius rises from BBC radio to international stardom, redefining comedy through his iconic roles and unforgettable characters.
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In short · Acted for seven decades — 70 credits.
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Biography
Peter Sellers was an English actor and comedian known for his contributions to comedy. He rose to prominence through his performances on the BBC Radio series *The Goon Show*, which solidified his status as a key figure in British comedy. Sellers also performed in several popular comic songs and gained international recognition for his portrayal of Chief Inspector Clouseau in the *Pink Panther* film series. His career in radio and film demonstrated his range and left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.
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Actor
64 credits
Trail of the Pink Panther(1982)
Chief Insp. Jacques Clouseau
Film
The Fiendish Plot of Dr. Fu Manchu(1980)
Nayland Smith
Film
Being There(1979)
Chance
Film
The Prisoner of Zenda(1979)
Syd Frewin
Film
Revenge of the Pink Panther(1978)
Chief Insp. Jacques Clouseau
FilmKingdom of Gifts(1978)
The Slightly Larcenous Mayor
Film
The Pink Panther Strikes Again(1976)
Chief Inspector Clouseau
Film
Murder by Death(1976)
Sidney Wang
Film
The Return of the Pink Panther(1975)
Insp. Jacques Clouseau
Film
The Great McGonagall(1975)
Queen Victoria
Film
Ghost in the Noonday Sun(1974)
Dick Scratcher
Film
Undercovers Hero(1974)
Herr Schroeder
Film
The Blockhouse(1973)
Rouquet
Film
The Optimists(1973)
Sam
Film
Where Does It Hurt?(1972)
Dr. Albert T. Hopfnagel
Film
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland(1972)
The March Hare
Film
Hoffman(1970)
Mr. Benjamin Hoffman
Film
There's a Girl in My Soup(1970)
Robert Danvers
Film
A Day at the Beach(1970)
Stallholder
Film
The Magic Christian(1969)
Sir Guy Grand
Film
The Party(1968)
Hrundi V. Bakshi
Film
I Love You, Alice B. Toklas!(1968)
Harold
Film
The Bobo(1967)
Juan Bautista
Film
Casino Royale(1967)
Evelyn Tremble (James Bond - 007)
Film
Woman Times Seven(1967)
Jean (segment: Funeral Procession)
Film
After the Fox(1966)
Aldo Vanucci
Film
The Wrong Box(1966)
Doctor Pratt
Film
What's New Pussycat?(1965)
Dr. Fritz Fassbender
Film
Tales from Hoffnung(1965)
Narrator
TV
The World of Henry Orient(1964)
Henry Orient
Film
Awards & Nominations
3 nominationsAcademy Awards
- Nom1979Oscar — Actor in a Leading Role
- Nom1964Oscar — Actor in a Leading Role
- Nom1959Oscar — Short Film (live Action)
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Additional credits6Show
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- The Ghost of Peter SellersSelf · 2018
- Best Sellers or: Peter Sellers and Dr. StrangeloveSelf · 2004
- KoyaanisqatsiSelf (archive footage) · 1982
- It'll be Alright on the NightSelf - Special Guest · 1977
- The New Bill Cosby ShowSelf · 1972
- CinemaSelf · 1964
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