Parkinson (TV series)

Parkinson was a British television talk show presented by Michael Parkinson. It aired intermittently from 1971 to 2007, primarily on the BBC, with a period on ITV from 2004 to 2007.

The format of the show typically involved Parkinson interviewing several celebrity guests per episode. These guests came from a wide range of fields including film, television, music, sports, literature, and politics. Parkinson was known for his relaxed and conversational interviewing style, often delving into the personal lives and careers of his subjects.

The show was a long-running and highly popular fixture of British television, notable for securing interviews with numerous iconic figures throughout its run. Regular features included a live studio audience and musical performances.

The first incarnation of the show ran from 1971 to 1982 on BBC One. It was revived in 1998, again on BBC One, and continued until 2004 when Parkinson moved the show to ITV1. The show returned to the BBC in 2007 for a final series.

Parkinson is regarded as one of the most successful and influential talk shows in British television history.