Tom Parker
Also Known As: "Colonel" Tom Parker, Andreas Cornelis van Kuijk, The Colonel
Biography: Andreas Cornelis van Kuijk, more commonly known as "Colonel" Tom Parker, was a Dutch-born musical entrepreneur, best known for being Elvis Presley's manager. Born in the Netherlands, Parker immigrated illegally to the United States at the age of 20. He then changed his name and claimed to have been born in the United States. A carnival worker by background, Parker moved into music promotion in 1938, working with one of the first popular crooners, Gene Austin, and then country music singers Eddy Arnold, Hank Snow, and Tommy Sands in his early career. He also assisted Jimmie Davis's campaign to become Governor of Louisiana. As a reward, Davis gave him the honorary rank of "colonel" in the Louisiana State Militia. Parker encountered Elvis Presley in 1955 and by 1956 had become his sole representative.
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Breda, Noord-Brabant, Netherlands
Birthday: June 26, 1909
Deathday: January 21, 1997
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Gender: Male
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Reinventing Elvis: The 68' Comeback
Overview: The making of Elvis Presley's famous live TV concert and the chaotic behind the scenes. It was the most-watched television event of the year with nearly half of the audience tuned in to watch Presley perform in his iconic black leather suit.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-07-30
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The King
Overview: A cultural portrait of the American dream at a critical time in the nation’s history. Set against the 2016 American election, The King takes a musical road trip across the country in Elvis Presley's 1963 Rolls Royce.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-06-22
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ZZ Top - That Little Ol' Band from Texas
Overview: The story of how three oddball teenage bluesmen became one of the biggest, most beloved bands on the planet.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-06-01
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This Is Elvis
Overview: Though several actors portray Elvis Presley at different stages of his life, this documentary is comprised mostly of actual performance footage and interviews with Elvis, his fans and those close to him. This biographical docu-drama features rare footage of Elvis and dramatically recreated scenes from Elvis' life.
Genres: Drama Music Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1981-04-03
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Elvis: That's the Way It Is
Overview: On July 31, 1970, in Las Vegas, Nevada, Elvis Presley staged a triumphant return to the concert stage from which he had been absent for almost a decade. His series of concerts broke all box office records and completely reenergized the career of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1970-11-11
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The Definitive Elvis: Elvis and the Colonel
Overview: One of the dominating figures in Elvis Presley's life was his manager, who was known as the "Colonel". No other relationship in Elvis' life was as controversial and misunderstood as the one he had with Colonel Tom Parker. The truth about their unique friendship is revealed in this documentary.
Genres: Music Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-03-31
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Elvis Found Alive
Overview: In this mockumentary spoof of Elvis theories, Elvis has been FOUND ALIVE! After visiting Graceland, a Freedom of Information Act request is made for US government files on Elvis Presley. Incredibly, documents arrived from the FBI revealing an address for Federal Agent "Jon Burrows," Elvis' 1970's alias, in Simi Valley, California.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-01-24
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The Last Repair Shop
Overview: In a warehouse in the heart of Los Angeles, a dwindling handful of devoted craftspeople maintain more than 80,000 student musical instruments, the largest remaining workshop in America of its kind. Meet four unforgettable characters whose broken-and-repaired lives have been dedicated to bringing so much more than music to the schoolchildren of this city.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2024-02-16
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Elvis and the Girl from Vienna
Overview: In August, 1956, Elvis Presley started shooting his first feature film, Love Me Tender. At his side was his manager, Colonel Tom Parker and his just-hired secretary, Trude Forsher. ELVIS AND THE GIRL FROM VIENNA is Trude’s account of how Elvis’ career went from a southern United States singing sensation to a global legend. Over the five years that Trude worked with Elvis and the Colonel, she observed first hand the legendary moments in Elvis life. It is not only the story of Elvis’ rise to fame, but of one of his most personal confidants, who escaped the ravages of WW2 to get the job a million girls dreamed of - Elvis private secretary.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: de
Release Date: 2017-08-14
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Elvis by the Presleys
Overview: Priscilla Presley, her daughter, their family and their friends open their hearts in the backdrop of Graceland's memories with much modesty and emotion.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-05-13
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