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Tim Curry

Also Credited As: Timothy James Curry

Birth Place: Cheshire, ENGLAND

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Tim Curry is an English actor, voice actor and singer. He is known for his work in a diverse range of theatre, film, and television productions, often portraying villainous roles or character parts. Curry rose to prominence with his portrayal of Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975), reprising the role he had originated in the 1973 London and 1974 Los Angeles stage productions of The Rocky Horror Show. Curry is also known for films such as Clue, Addam's Family Reunion, and Home Alone 2: Lost in New York.
His other stage work includes various roles in the original West End production of Hair, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in the 1980 Broadway production of Amadeus, the Pirate King in the 1982 West End production of The Pirates of Penzance, Alan Swann in the Broadway production of My Favourite Year and King Arthur in Broadway and West End productions of Spamalot from 2005 to 2007.

Tim Curry STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
London Production, 2006
King Arthur

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
King Arthur

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1992
Alan Swann

[US Tour]
National Tour, 1987
Bill Snibson

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1980
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

[Broadway]
1975
Tristan Tzara

[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1975
Frank 'N' Furter]

Frank 'N' Furter

[Los Angeles]
Los Angeles Production, 1974
Performer

[West End]
Original London Production, 1973
Performer

[London Fringe]
Royal National Theatre Production, 1986
Performer


Tim Curry Movies

Three Men in a Boat
[ 1975 ] Jerome
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
[ 1975 ] Dr. Frank-N-Furter - A Scientist
The Shout
[ 1978 ] Robert Graves
Times Square
[ 1980 ] Johnny LaGuardia
Oliver Twist
[ 1982 ] Bill Sikes
Annie
[ 1982 ] Rooster
Video Stars
[ 1983 ] Teddy Whazz
The Ploughman's Lunch
[ 1983 ] Jeremy Hancock
Legend
[ 1985 ] Darkness
Blue Money
[ 1985 ] Larry Gormley
Clue
[ 1985 ] Wadsworth
The Worst Witch
[ 1986 ] The Grand Wizard
Pass the Ammo
[ 1987 ] Rev. Ray Porter
The Marzipan Pig
[ 1990 ] Narrator - Voice
The Hunt for Red October
[ 1990 ] Dr. Petrov
Big Deals
[ 1991 ] Christopher Nissell
Oscar
[ 1991 ] Dr. Poole
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York
[ 1992 ] Concierge
Passed Away
[ 1992 ] Boyd Pinter
Steadfast Tin Soldier
[ 1992 ] Jack-in-the-Box - Voice
FernGully: The Last Rainforest
[ 1992 ] Hexxus - Voice
Loaded Weapon 1
[ 1993 ] Mr. Jigsaw
The Three Musketeers
[ 1993 ] Cardinal Richelieu
The Shadow
[ 1994 ] Farley Claymore
The Pebble and the Penguin
[ 1995 ] Drake - Voice
Congo
[ 1995 ] Herkermer Homolka
Lover's Knot
[ 1995 ] Cupid's Caseworker
The Story of Santa Claus
[ 1996 ] Nostros, the eldest elf - Voice
Muppet Treasure Island
[ 1996 ] Long John Silver
Doom Runners
[ 1997 ] Dr. Kao
McHale's Navy
[ 1997 ] Maj. Vladakov
Addams Family Reunion
[ 1998 ] Gomez Addams
The Rugrats Movie
[ 1998 ] Rex Pester - Voice
Jackie's Back!
[ 1999 ] Edward Whatsett St. John
The Unbelievables
[ 1999 ] Vaudevillain
Pirates of the Plain
[ 1999 ] Jezebel Jack
Lion of Oz
[ 2000 ] Captain Fitzgerald - Voice
Four Dogs Playing Poker
[ 2000 ] Felix
Charlie's Angels
[ 2000 ] Roger Corwin
Rugrats in Paris
[ 2000 ] Sumo Singer - Voice
Sorted
[ 2000 ] Damian Kemp
Wolf Girl
[ 2001 ] Harley Dune
The Wild Thornberrys: The Origin of Donnie
[ 2001 ] Nigel Thornberry - Voice
Scary Movie 2
[ 2001 ] Professor
The Cat Returns
[ 2002 ] The Cat King - Voice
The Wild Thornberrys Movie
[ 2002 ] Nigel Thornberry / Col. Radcliff Thornberry - Voice
Ritual
[ 2002 ] Matthew Hope
The Scoundrel's Wife
[ 2002 ] Father Antoine
Rugrats Go Wild
[ 2003 ] Nigel Thornberry - Voice
Kinsey
[ 2004 ] Thurman Rice
Valiant
[ 2005 ] Von Talon - Voice
Bailey's Billion$
[ 2005 ] Caspar Pennington
The Jimmy Timmy Power Hour 2: When Nerds Collide
[ 2006 ] Professor Calamitous - Voice
Christmas in Wonderland
[ 2006 ] Gordon McLoosh
Garfield 2
[ 2006 ] Prince - Voice
The Chosen One
[ 2007 ] Lucifer - Voice
Fly Me to the Moon
[ 2007 ] Yegor - Voice
The Secret of Moonacre
[ 2008 ] Coeur De Noir
Curious George 2: Follow That Monkey!
[ 2009 ] Piccadilly - Voice
A Turtle's Tale: Sammy's Adventures
[ 2010 ] Fluffy - Voice
Wolf Sheep
[ 2010 ]
Burke and Hare
[ 2010 ] Doctor Monro
The Voyages of Young Doctor Dolittle
[ 2011 ] Doctor Dolittle - Voice
The Outback
[ 2012 ] Blacktooth - Voice
Strange Frame: Love & Sax
[ 2012 ] Dorlan Mig - Voice
Doggiewoggiez! Poochiewoochiez!
[ 2012 ]
Back to the Sea
[ 2012 ] Eric - Voice
Gingerclown
[ 2013 ] Gingerclown - Voice
Axel: The Biggest Little Hero
[ 2013 ] Papa Qi - Voice
Ribbit
[ 2014 ] Terrence - Voice
The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Let's Do the Time Warp Again
[ 2016 ] The Criminologist - An Expert
Fork
[ 2022 ] Narrator - Voice

Tim Curry TV Shows

Ace of Wands
Cashier
ITV Sunday Night Theatre
Crosscapel
Stage 2
2nd Madman
Armchair Theatre
Mik
Napoleon and Love
Eugene
Play for Today
Glen
Rock Follies of '77
Stevie Streeter
The Sunday Drama
Leonard Brazil
Will Shakespeare
William Shakespeare
The Greatest Adventure: Stories from the Bible
[ 1985-1986 ] Judas Iscariot, The Serpent
Fantastic Max
[ 1988-1989 ] Additional Voices, Dermot D. McDermott
Long Ago and Far Away
Abel
The Tracey Ullman Show
Ian Miles
Wiseguy
Winston Newquay
Gravedale High
Mr. Tutner
It
Pennywise
Paddington Bear
[ 1989-1990 ] Mr. Curry
TaleSpin
Thaddeos E. Klang
Tiny Toon Adventures
Prince Charles, Reginald
Wake, Rattle & Roll
Ronald Chump
Peter Pan and the Pirates
[ 1990-1991 ] Captain James T. Hook
Timeless Tales from Hallmark
Jack
Batman: The Animated Series
Leon's Henchman, Robot Clown
Capitol Critters
Senator
Darkwing Duck
[ 1991-1992 ] Taurus Bulba
Fish Police
Sharkster
Prince Valiant
Sir Gawain
Prince Valiant
[ 1991-1993 ] Sir Gawain
Roseanne
Roger
Tales from the Crypt
Pa Brackett, Ma Brackett, Winona Brackett
The Adventures of Don Coyote and Sancho Panda
[ 1990-1993 ] Additional Voices, Sultan
The Pirates of Dark Water
[ 1991-1993 ] Konk
The Wild West
Oscar Wilde
Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa
[ 1992-1993 ] Jacque Le Beefe
Aladdin
Kaleem, Caliph Kapok, Amok Mon-Ra
Dinosaurs
[ 1992-1994 ] Jean-Claude, The Devil, Winston
Earth 2
Gaal
Mighty Max
[ 1993-1994 ] Skullmaster, Jules Verne
Sonic the Hedgehog
King Acorn, Keeper of the Time Stones
The Little Mermaid
[ 1992-1994 ] The Evil Manta
Superhuman Samurai Syber-Squad
[ 1994-1995 ] Kilokahn
Turbocharged Thunderbirds
[ 1994-1995 ] The Atrocimator
Adventures from the Book of Virtues
King Minos, Gessler
Captain Planet and the Planeteers
[ 1991-1996 ] MAL, Blight-5's Computer
Gargoyles
[ 1995-1996 ] Dr. Anton Sevarius
Gargoyles: The Goliath Chronicles
Dr. Anton Sevarius
Quack Pack
Moltoc
The Naked Truth
[ 1995-1996 ] Sir Rudolph Haley
Titanic
Simon Doonan
Aaahh!!! Real Monsters
[ 1994-1997 ] Zimbo, Manager
Bruno the Kid
[ 1996-1997 ] Lazlo Gigahertz
Duckman: Private Dick/Family Man
[ 1994-1997 ] George Herbert Walker 'King' Chicken, Simon Desmond
Freakazoid!
Dr. Mystico
Lexx
Poet Man
Mighty Ducks: The Animated Series
[ 1996-1997 ] Lord Dragaunus
Over the Top
Simon Ferguson
Teen Angel
Frog
The Blues Brothers Animated Series
Don Kennedy, Principal Interest
The Mask
[ 1995-1997 ] Pretorius
The Spooktacular New Adventures of Casper
Pianist
Stories from My Childhood
The Beast
The Net
Sorcerer
Where on Earth Is Carmen Sandiego?
Maelstrom
Johnny Bravo
Big Brother
Jumanji - The Animated Series
[ 1996-1999 ] Trader Slick
Pinky, Elmyra & the Brain
Monkman
Recess
Dr. Slicer
100 Deeds for Eddie McDowd
The Rottweiler
Batman of the Future
Mutro Botha
Bette
Tim Curry
Martial Law
The One
Rude Awakening
[ 1999-2000 ] Martin Crisp
Tales from the Crypt
Narrator
Voltron: The Third Dimension
[ 1998-2000 ] Prince Lotor, King Alfor
Attila the Hun
Theodosius
Big Guy and Rusty the Boy Robot
[ 1999-2001 ] Dr. Neugog
Brian Jacques' Redwall
[ 2000-2001 ] Slagar the Cruel
Gary & Mike
Killer
Teacher's Pet
Spooky
Ozzy & Drix
Nick O'Teen, Scarlet Fever
Samurai Jack
Worm 1
Sunday
Frankenfurter
Family Affair
[ 2002-2003 ] Mr. Giles French
Teamo Supremo
[ 2002-2003 ] Lazer Pirate, Dastardly Dentist, Laser Pirate
The Proud Family
Percival
Hey Arnold!
[ 1998-2004 ] Leichliter
Monk
Dale 'The Whale' Biederbeck
The Wild Thornberrys
[ 1998-2004 ] Nigel Thornberry
Will & Grace
Marion Finster
Duck Dodgers
Magnificent Rogue
Higglytown Heroes
[ 2004-2005 ] Librarian Hero
La mandrágora
King Arthur
Loonatics Unleashed
Ringmaster
The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron, Boy Genius
[ 2003-2006 ] Professor Calamitous
Me, Eloise
[ 2006-2007 ] Mr. Salamone
Psych
Nigel St. Nigel
Xyber 9: New Dawn
[ 1999-2007 ] King Renard
Ben 10: Alien Force
Dr. Joseph Chadwick, Forever Knight #2
Poirot
Lord Boynton
The Colour of Magic
Trymon
Alice
Dodo
Cranford
Signor Brunoni
Criminal Minds
Billy Flynn
Regular Show
Master Prank Caller #2, Hot Dog Leader
5 Second Movies
Herkermer Homolka
Special Collector's Edition
Pennywise
Phineas and Ferb
[ 2008-2012 ] Worthington Dubois, Stubbings
The High Fructose Adventures of Annoying Orange
Plum, Arugula
Transformers: Rescue Bots
Doctor Morocco, Dr. Morocco
Ben 10: Omniverse
Forever King Joseph Chadwick, Stage Manager
Wonder Pets!
Tin Man
Young Justice
[ 2012-2013 ] G. Gordon Godfrey
Over the Garden Wall
Auntie Whispers
Randy Cunningham: 9th Grade Ninja
[ 2012-2014 ] The Sorcerer
Star Wars: The Clone Wars
[ 2012-2014 ] Darth Sidious, Chancellor Palpatine
Yu-Gi-Oh! The Abridged Series
Dr. Frank-N-Furter
Nostalgia Critic
[ 2011-2016 ] Pennywise, , 'Home Alone' Concierge

Tim Curry Awards and Nominations

Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best Actor In A Musical

Tim Curry, Monty Python's Spamalot

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Tim Curry, Monty Python's Spamalot

Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Tim Curry, Monty Python's Spamalot

Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Tim Curry , My Favorite Year

Helen Hayes Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production

Tim CurryMe and My Girl

Olivier Awards - 1982 - Actor of the Year in a Musical

Tim Curry, The Pirates Of Penzance

Drama Desk Awards - 1981 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Tim Curry, Amadeus

Tony Awards - 1981 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Tim Curry, Amadeus

Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding Actor - Musical

Tim Curry, The Rocky Horror Show

Tim Curry Videos

Tim Curry News


Paul Bettany Will Play Antonio Salieri in Series Adaptation of AMADEUS


According to a new report, Paul Bettany, who was recently seen on Broadway in The Collaboration, has just joined the upcoming limited series Amadeus. Based on the life of composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the series takes inspiration from Peter Shaffer's Tony-winning play of the same name and is written by Joe Barton and Julian Farino of British crime drama Giri/Haji. 

Interview: Elisabeth Yancey of CLUE at Ohio Theatre


When Elisabeth Yancey grew up playing the Hasbro game Clue, she didn’t realize she was preparing for her career. Yancey plays the role of Yvette the Maid in the national tour of CLUE, which will have an extended stay from April 9-14 at the Ohio Theatre (39 E. State Street in downtown Columbus).

State Theatre New Jersey Will Present CLUE This Month


State Theatre New Jersey will present CLUE, the hilarious murder mystery comedy, for four performances on Saturday, April 27 at 2pm and 8pm and Sunday, April 28 at 1pm and 6:30pm. Tickets range from $40-$105.

Lainie Kazan's Four Classic 60s Albums Available for the First Time in Almost 60 Years


Available for the first time in the nearly 60 years since they were introduced, the four 1960s vocal albums from Lainie Kazan are now streaming on all digital platforms.

Pete Helliar Joins THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW in Sydney


The 50th Anniversary world tour of The Rocky Horror Show continues in 2024. This new Australian production will return to Theatre Royal Sydney from March 31.

Broadway Streaming Guide: January 2024 - Where to Watch HAZBIN HOTEL & More


Although it may be a new year, a few classics are returning to streaming services, giving Broadway fans the perfect throwback binge list. A new month also wouldn't be complete without some theatre faces popping up in new streaming releases, including the new Mean Girls soundtrack and a star-studded animated series.

Amanda Reckonwith Returns to Pangea for One More Performance, December 28


Don't miss the one-night-only encore performance of Amanda Reckonwith at Pangea! With special guest stars Barbarino and the Bev Naps, this show is a must-see for fans of live-singing drag acts. Get 50% off with the friends/students link.

Dylan Alcott AO Will Star as The Narrator in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW in Sydney


The 50th Anniversary world tour continues its global celebrations in honour of iconic Rock ‘N' Roll musical The Rocky Horror Show in 2024. This new Australian production will return to Theatre Royal Sydney from March 31 starring Jason Donovan and joining him and the cast as the Narrator will be Dylan Alcott!

Review: North Shore Music Theatre Makes Magic Once Again With A CHRISTMAS CAROL: A MUSICAL GHOST STORY


What did our critic think of A CHRISTMAS CAROL: A MUSICAL GHOST STORY at North Shore Music Theatre?

Amanda Reckonwith to Perform Final Show At Pangea in December


AMANDA RECKONWITH bids farewell to her 15-month residency at PANGEA with her LAST SHOW on Dec 16. Don't miss this internationally notorious opera diva and Broadway legend in her own mind before she heads to Puerto Vallarta.

Previews: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR al TEATRO OLIMPICO


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Broadway Streaming Guide: Holidays 2023 - Where to Watch WHITE CHRISTMAS, THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL & More


From Hannah Waddingham's new Christmas special to classics like The Muppet Christmas Carol, see which holiday streaming titles are sure to bring any Broadway fan some extra merriment this year. Check out our complete guide to what Broadway fans should be streaming this holiday season on Netflix, Peacock, Disney+, and more now!

Joel Creasey Joins THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW in Melbourne as The Narrator


​​​​​​​After triumphant seasons in 2023, and due to phenomenal demand, the 50th Anniversary world tour continues its global celebrations in honour of iconic Rock ‘N' Roll musical The Rocky Horror Show in 2024.

Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Central Square Theater


What did our critic think of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Central Square Theater?

15 Stars You May or May Not Have Known Were in SPAMALOT


With Spamalot returning to Broadway, we're taking a walk down memory lane and reflecting on some of the stars who have appeared in previous productions of the musical. From Broadway to London, Chicago, touring productions, Las Vegas, the Hollywood Bowl, and more, there have been many faces you may recognize who have taken on these roles. 

Previews: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW 50TH ANNIVERSARY NATIONAL TOUR


THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW 50TH ANNIVERSARY NATIONAL TOUR

Review: ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Kavinoky Theatre


The spooky transvestites have once again taken to the stage for the Halloween season. Happily, The Kavinoky Theatre’s stage production of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW ticks off almost all of the boxes for a fun night of laughs.

Review: WHICH WAY TO THE STAGE? at The Garden Theatre


Nogueira’s attention to detail, Edward Carignan’s tight direction, and Ellowitz and Heleringer’s well-manicured mannerisms give WHICH WAY TO THE STAGE an enjoyable suspension of belief.

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Returns to Newcastle, Melbourne, and Sydney in 2024


​​​​​​​After triumphant seasons in 2023, and due to phenomenal demand, the 50th Anniversary world tour will continue its global celebrations in honour of iconic Rock ‘N' Roll musical The Rocky Horror Show in 2024.

How Three Best Friends Collaborated to Bring A Fresh Perspective to THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Roxy Regional Theatre


As plans were under way for the eleventh year of The Rocky Horror Show at Clarksville’s Roxy Regional Theatre, Emily Ruck, the company’s interim artistic director, had the idea to assemble an all-woman team to bring a new perspective and to reinvigorate the classic show: the director, musical director and choreographer would all be women. More importantly, the creative triumvirate would be made up of women who are longtime friends, having met while working together on a show at The Roxy some seven years ago.

Tim Curry FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Tim Curry been in?

Tim Curry has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Tim Curry been in?

Tim Curry has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.

What was Tim Curry's first West End show?

Tim Curry's first West End show was The Rocky Horror Show which opened in 1973

What awards has Tim Curry been nominated for?

Tim Curry has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including Best Actor In A Musical at the Olivier Awards for "Monty Python's Spamalot," Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Monty Python's Spamalot," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for both "Monty Python's Spamalot" and "My Favorite Year," Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production at the Helen Hayes Awards for "Me and My Girl," Actor of the Year in a Musical at the Olivier Awards for "The Pirates Of Penzance," Outstanding Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Amadeus," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Amadeus," and Outstanding Actor - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Rocky Horror Show."

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