Jeannette Charles
Also Known As: not available
Biography: Jeannette Charles was an actress in repertory theatre in her twenties, but initially had difficulty obtaining Equity membership due to her resemblance to the Queen. She has since played the role in numerous films including Secrets of a Superstud (1976), Queen Kong (1976), The Rutles' movie All You Need Is Cash (1978), National Lampoon's European Vacation (1985), The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! (1988) and Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002). She also appeared as a semi-regular in Spike Milligan's Q series on BBC Television and appeared on Channel 4's Big Brother 10 to surprise the Brazilian contestant Rodrigo Lopes (who thought he was meeting the real Queen Elizabeth II for a task). She also appeared in Saturday Night Live episode, Season 2, Episode 20 in 1977 and Mind Your Language episode, Season 2 Episode 2 Queen For a Day in 1978. She retired in 2014 and resided in Chelmsford, Essex.
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: England, UK
Adult: No
Birthday: October 15, 1927
Age: 97 years old
Gender: Female
Deathday: June 02, 2024
Popularity:
Known For:

The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!

Overview: When the bumbling Lieutenant Frank Drebin investigates events following the shooting of his partner, he stumbles upon an attempt to assassinate Queen Elizabeth II.
Genres: Comedy Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1988-12-02
Popularity:

Joan Rivers: Abroad in London

Overview: Joan delivers her biting tongue to the Queen and her country.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1992-10-08
Popularity:

Björn Again: Live At The Royal Albert Hall

Overview: Recorded during Björn Again's gala performance at The Royal Albert Hall, Abba's greatest hits are performed in outrageous costumes ranging from sequined satin jumpsuits, flares, platform shoes, right down to powder blue eye-shadow and knee-high white boots, all of which are enthusiastically echoed by the audience. With classic 70s choreography and on-stage humour adding further to the electrifying atmosphere, Björn Again perform classic tracks with the skills and energy that made Abba one of the World's best loved bands.
Genres: Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1998-05-01
Popularity:

If It's Tuesday, It Still Must Be Belgium

Overview: When a tour bus driver plans to save his daughter from her captors, a Belgian circus performer, the Americans on his European bus tour lend a help hand.
Genres: Comedy TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-01-01
Popularity:

Austin Powers in Goldmember

Overview: The world's most shagadelic spy continues his fight against Dr. Evil. This time, the diabolical doctor and his clone, Mini-Me, team up with a new foe—'70s kingpin Goldmember. While pursuing the team of villains to stop them from world domination, Austin gets help from his dad and an old girlfriend.
Genres: Comedy Crime Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-07-26
Popularity:

The Rutles: All You Need Is Cash

Overview: The story of the rise and fall of the Pre-Fab Four.
Genres: Comedy Music TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1978-03-22
Popularity:

National Lampoon's European Vacation

Overview: The Griswolds win a vacation to Europe on a game show, and so pack their bags for the continent. They do their best to catch the flavor of Europe, but they just don't know how to be be good tourists. Besides, they have trouble taking holidays in countries where they CAN speak the language.
Genres: Adventure Comedy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1985-07-25
Popularity:

Born Erect

Overview: Leo suffers from priapism. His biggest goal is to find healing, but this endeavor turns out not to be easy.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1976-03-19
Popularity:

Queen Kong

Overview: A female film crew journeys to Africa where a giant ape, Queen Kong, falls in love with the crew's male star.
Genres: Comedy Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1976-12-10
Popularity:

Loriots Telecabinet

Overview: A sharp-witted parody of the talk show format, this self-conceived television special by legendary German comedian Loriot blends satire and sketch comedy. Featuring Loriot in multiple roles, the program playfully disrupts the typical talk show structure with absurd interruptions and cleverly crafted sketches. Originally aired on November 13, 1974, it marked Loriot’s first full creative venture as writer, director, and performer. Elements of Loriot’s Telecabinet later resurfaced in his iconic comedy series, cementing its place in German television history.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1974-11-13
Popularity: