John O'Farrell

John O'Farrell

Writing
1962-03-27
Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, UK

Biography

John O'Farrell is a British author and comedy scriptwriter. Previously a lead writer for such shows as Spitting Image and Have I Got News for You, he is now best known as a comic author for such books such as The Man Who Forgot His Wife and An Utterly Impartial History of Britain.

Known For & Full Filmography11 Titles

#1Have I Got News for You

Drama Series - 1990, 16 episodes as Self

7.2 / 10
ComedyNews

Hilarious, totally-irreverent, near-slanderous political quiz show, based mainly on news stories from the last week or so, that leaves no party, personality or action unscathed in pursuit of laughs.

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#2Have I Got a Bit More News for You

Drama Series - 2024, 16 episodes as Self - Panellist

7.2 / 10
NewsComedy

Based on the week’s news and fronted by guest hosts, this extended version of the satirical news quiz features more of the stuff that wouldn't fit into the regular programme.

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#3Question Time

Drama Series - 1979, 16 episodes as Himself - Panellist

5.9 / 10
NewsTalk

This topical debate series based on Any Questions? typically features politicians from at least the three major political parties as well as other public figures who answer pre-selected questions put to them by a carefully selected audience.

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#4Celebrity Mastermind

Drama Series - 2003, 16 episodes as Self - Contestant

6.0 / 10

Celebrity Mastermind is a British television quiz show broadcast by BBC television. The show is a spin-off of the long-running quiz show Mastermind, with the exception that all the contestants are celebrities. As with the main show, John Humphrys is the host and question-master. Magnus Magnusson was quizmaster on the 2003/04 episodes featuring Jonathan Meades as winner.

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#5Grumpy Old Men

Drama Series - 2003, 16 episodes as Self

7.4 / 10
ComedyDocumentary

Series giving a voice to 35- to 54-year-old men, very probably the grumpiest sector of our society.

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#6What the Dickens?

Drama Series - 2008, 16 episodes as Self

8.8 / 10
Comedy

What the Dickens is a television panel game hosted by Sandi Toksvig. Team captains were Dave Gorman and Tim Brooke-Taylor for the first series and Sue Perkins and Chris Addison for the second and third. It is recorded at Sky Studios in West London.

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#7From Beyond the Grave

Movie - 1974, 2h 15m as Stephen Lowe

6.5 / 10
FantasyHorrorDrama

Four customers purchase, or take, items from Temptations Limited, an antiques shop whose motto is “Offers You Cannot Resist.” A nasty fate awaits all of them; particularly those who cheat the shop's Proprietor.

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#8Best Ever Spitting Image

Movie - 2006, 2h 15m as Self

8.8 / 10
DocumentaryComedy

A documentary about Spitting Image (1984) and the impact it had, including clips of the most memorable moments and contributions from many of the cast, crew and some of celebrities portrayed on the show.

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#9Never Mind the Horrocks

Movie - 1996, 2h 15m as Various Roles (uncredited)

7.5 / 10
ComedyTV Movie

Jane Horrocks showcases her wide-ranging talents as a mimic and comedy performer.

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#10Football's 47 Best Worst Songs

Movie - 2018, 2h 15m as Himself

8.8 / 10
DocumentaryMusicComedy

Uncover what happens when the worlds of football and music collide. Bob Mortimer runs down the best and very worst the beautiful game has had to offer down the years with contributions from the likes of Keith Allen, David Baddiel, Gary Lineker, Chris Waddle and Adrian Chiles

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#11Amicus: House of Horrors

Movie - 2012, 2h 15m as Self

10.0 / 10
DocumentaryHorror

For the first time on DVD, the Alpha Archives Collection proudly presents a two part feature length documentary celebrating the history of the Amicus Productions film company. Founded in the early 1960s by Americans Milton Subotsky and Max J. Rosenberg, Amicus produced some classic (now cult) horror movies, including Dr. Terror's House Of Horrors, The House That Dripped Blood, Tales From The Crypt, Asylum and From Beyond The Grave. Featuring interviews with key individuals who worked for Amicus (actors, directors, etc.), and with many rare photographs and production designs throughout, this documentary is a must-see for fans of British horror cinema.

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