Arena (1975–To Date)

The Many Lives of Richard Attenborough

(2003)

Part One

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| TV Episode | United Kingdom | Colour | Documentary
| Stars: David Attenborough, John Attenborough, Richard Attenborough
| S28 E4 | 24th August, 2003

Examines Attenborough’s early career and follows him as he visits his childhood home, travels to Brighton and Hove, and reminisces with brothers John and Sir David

Arena (1975–To Date)
British television documentary series, made and broadcast by the BBC since 1975.
The Many Lives of Richard Attenborough
Marking the 80th birthday of acclaimed actor and director, Richard Attenborough, by celebrating his long career in show business and following his day-to-day life as he visits a Leicester disability centre and addresses the students of Sussex University.

Episode cast

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David Attenborough
Himself
John Attenborough
Himself
British actor Richard Attenborough in a publicity shot
Himself
Photograph of English actor, Bryan Forbes (1)
Himself
Ben Kingsley
Himself
British actor John Mills wears a jacket and tie
Himself
William Nicholson
Himself
Sheila Sim, whose steady rise to success in such films as A Canterbury Tale, The Guinea Pig and Dear Mr Prohack has established her as an accomplished actress who epitomises youthful English charm, has an important romantic role in Pandora and the Flying Dutchman. She plays Janet, the archaeologist narrator’s niece, who suffers unhappiness through her love for Pandora’s fiancé, a famous racing motorist, portrayed by Nigel Patrick
Herself
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Serial guide

Season 28 (2 episodes)

  • Story Story title Episode Episode title Transmitted
    4 The Many Lives of Richard Attenborough Part One 24 Aug 03
    4 The Many Lives of Richard Attenborough Part Two 24 Aug 03

    • Production

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    Adam Low
    Director