Britt Ekland

Acting

Britt Ekland

Born October 6, 1942 · Stockholm, Sweden (age 83)

Britt-Marie Ekland (born 6 October 1942) is a Swedish actress long resident in the United Kingdom. She is best known for her roles as a Bond girl in The Man with the Golden Gun, and in the British cult horror film The Wicker Man, as well as her marriage to actor Peter Sellers, and her high-profile social life.

Known For

The Man with the Golden GunThe Man with the Golden Gun · 1974
The Man with the Golden Gun
6.51974
MovieAdventureAction
Cool government operative James Bond searches for a stolen invention that can turn the sun's heat into a destructive weapon. He soon crosses paths with the menacing Francisco Scaramanga, a hitman so skilled he has a seven-figure working fee. Bond then joins forces with the swimsuit-clad Mary Goodnight, and together they track Scaramanga to a Thai tropical isle hideout where the killer-for-hire lures the slick spy into a deadly maze for a final duel.
The Wicker ManThe Wicker Man · 1973
The Wicker Man
7.31973
MovieHorror
Police sergeant Neil Howie is called to an island village in search of a missing girl whom the locals claim never existed. The investigation is further complicated as Howie’s religious views clash with those of the island’s residents.
What the Peeper SawWhat the Peeper Saw · 1972
What the Peeper Saw
5.91972
MovieHorrorDrama
A wealthy author's second wife begins to suspect that her 12-year old stepson may have murdered his mother, who mysteriously died in a bathtub accident.
Machine Gun McCainMachine Gun McCain · 1969
Machine Gun McCain
6.11969
MovieDramaAction
After serving 12 years behind bars for armed robbery, tough guy Hank McCain finds himself the pawn of a ruthless mob runt's rebellion against a high level don. When McCain discovers that he's been betrayed and abandoned by his new employer, he retaliates with a high stakes Las Vegas casino heist that erupts into all-out war on the streets of Los Angeles, San Francisco and New York. Neither blood, nor lust, nor wedding vows can come between McCain and his money ... or his machine gun.
Love ScenesLove Scenes · 1984
Love Scenes
6.21984
MovieDrama
Acclaimed actress Val Binnes decides to play a bold and uninhibited role in a controversial new movie for her ambitious, but neglectful and self-absorbed director husband Peter. Val finds herself becoming too caught up in the risqué part, throws caution to the wind, and has an adulterous affair with her hunky, but arrogant leading man Rick. Can Val and Peter's marriage survive the pressure and problems of making the picture?
ScandalScandal · 1989
Scandal
6.01989
MovieDramaHistory
An English bon-vivant osteopath is enchanted with a young exotic dancer and invites her to live with him. He serves as friend and mentor, and through his contacts and parties she and her friend meet and date members of the Conservative Party. Eventually a scandal occurs when her affair with the Minister of War goes public, threatening their lifestyles and their freedom.
Get CarterGet Carter · 1971
Get Carter
7.01971
MovieCrimeThriller
Jack Carter is a small-time hood working in London. When word reaches him of his brother's death, he travels to Newcastle to attend the funeral. Refusing to accept the police report of suicide, Carter seeks out his brother’s friends and acquaintances to learn who murdered his sibling and why.
The Monster ClubThe Monster Club · 1981
The Monster Club
5.81981
MovieHorrorComedy
A vampire attacks a horror author on the street and then invites him to a nearby club as a gesture of gratitude, which turns out to be a meeting place for assorted creatures of the night. The vampire then regales him with three stories, each interspersed with musical performances at the club.

Movies

The Man with the Golden GunThe Man with the Golden Gun · 1974
The Man with the Golden Gun
6.51974
MovieAdventureAction
Cool government operative James Bond searches for a stolen invention that can turn the sun's heat into a destructive weapon. He soon crosses paths with the menacing Francisco Scaramanga, a hitman so skilled he has a seven-figure working fee. Bond then joins forces with the swimsuit-clad Mary Goodnight, and together they track Scaramanga to a Thai tropical isle hideout where the killer-for-hire lures the slick spy into a deadly maze for a final duel.
The Wicker ManThe Wicker Man · 1973
The Wicker Man
7.31973
MovieHorror
Police sergeant Neil Howie is called to an island village in search of a missing girl whom the locals claim never existed. The investigation is further complicated as Howie’s religious views clash with those of the island’s residents.
What the Peeper SawWhat the Peeper Saw · 1972
What the Peeper Saw
5.91972
MovieHorrorDrama
A wealthy author's second wife begins to suspect that her 12-year old stepson may have murdered his mother, who mysteriously died in a bathtub accident.
Machine Gun McCainMachine Gun McCain · 1969
Machine Gun McCain
6.11969
MovieDramaAction
After serving 12 years behind bars for armed robbery, tough guy Hank McCain finds himself the pawn of a ruthless mob runt's rebellion against a high level don. When McCain discovers that he's been betrayed and abandoned by his new employer, he retaliates with a high stakes Las Vegas casino heist that erupts into all-out war on the streets of Los Angeles, San Francisco and New York. Neither blood, nor lust, nor wedding vows can come between McCain and his money ... or his machine gun.
Love ScenesLove Scenes · 1984
Love Scenes
6.21984
MovieDrama
Acclaimed actress Val Binnes decides to play a bold and uninhibited role in a controversial new movie for her ambitious, but neglectful and self-absorbed director husband Peter. Val finds herself becoming too caught up in the risqué part, throws caution to the wind, and has an adulterous affair with her hunky, but arrogant leading man Rick. Can Val and Peter's marriage survive the pressure and problems of making the picture?
ScandalScandal · 1989
Scandal
6.01989
MovieDramaHistory
An English bon-vivant osteopath is enchanted with a young exotic dancer and invites her to live with him. He serves as friend and mentor, and through his contacts and parties she and her friend meet and date members of the Conservative Party. Eventually a scandal occurs when her affair with the Minister of War goes public, threatening their lifestyles and their freedom.
Get CarterGet Carter · 1971
Get Carter
7.01971
MovieCrimeThriller
Jack Carter is a small-time hood working in London. When word reaches him of his brother's death, he travels to Newcastle to attend the funeral. Refusing to accept the police report of suicide, Carter seeks out his brother’s friends and acquaintances to learn who murdered his sibling and why.
The Monster ClubThe Monster Club · 1981
The Monster Club
5.81981
MovieHorrorComedy
A vampire attacks a horror author on the street and then invites him to a nearby club as a gesture of gratitude, which turns out to be a meeting place for assorted creatures of the night. The vampire then regales him with three stories, each interspersed with musical performances at the club.
Will the Real Mr Sellers.....?Will the Real Mr Sellers.....? · 1969
Will the Real Mr Sellers.....?
1969
MovieDocumentary
Banned by the BBC in 1971, director Tony Palmer's profile of the late Peter Sellers was, in the words of the film's subject himself, "the only portrait which really understood me." Sellers was an icon of comedy and a true innovator, but a look inside reveals a tragic figure. How could one of the world's most beloved comic talents have such a morbidly distorted opinion of himself? In this documentary, interviews with such friends, fans, and colleagues as Raquel Welch, Yul Brenner, Spike Milligan, Laurence Harvey, and others reveal the true personality behind the man who was loved by everyone, but still viewed himself as entirely alone.
The PrizeThe Prize · 1963
The Prize
6.71963
MovieMysteryThriller
A group of Nobel laureates descends on Stockholm to accept their awards. Among them is American novelist Andrew Craig, a former literary luminary now writing pulp detective stories to earn a living. Craig, who is infamous for his drinking and womanizing, formulates a wild theory that physics prize winner Dr. Max Stratman has been replaced by an impostor, embroiling Craig and his chaperone in a Cold War kidnapping plot.
SearchSearch · 2006
Search
4.52006
MovieDrama
Woman, 38, no children no husband! Lisa wants a change of life. She starts internetdating, but it turns out that the more men she meets, the further from family happiness she finds herself. An absurdly realistic journey through the bright nights of the big city filled with friendship, love, sex and selfbetrayal!
Ring of PassionRing of Passion · 1978
Ring of Passion
7.01978
MovieActionDrama
Fact-based drama about the two Joe Louis-Max Schmeling heavyweight fights and the way both boxers unwillingly became symbols of political ideologies just prior to World War II.
Jacqueline Susann's Valley of the Dolls "1981"Jacqueline Susann's Valley of the Dolls "1981" · 1981
Jacqueline Susann's Valley of the Dolls "1981"
4.81981
MovieDramaTV Movie
Updated version of the Jacqueline Susann best selling 1960's novel shows the lives of three very different women who come to New York City to achieve fame and fortune in show business and get all messed up in the process.
SlaversSlavers · 1978
Slavers
4.01978
MovieAdventureDrama
A story about slave hunting, colonialism, revenge and love.
Satan's MistressSatan's Mistress · 1982
Satan's Mistress
3.31982
MovieHorror
A woman in an unhappy marriage finds sexual fulfillment in her relationship with a ghostly, speechless presence who, obviously, doesn't quite say who he is.
After the FoxAfter the Fox · 1966
After the Fox
6.11966
MovieCrimeComedy
A criminal mastermind sets up a phony film production as part of a plan to smuggle stolen gold.
Electric Blue - The MovieElectric Blue - The Movie · 1982
Electric Blue - The Movie
4.51982
MovieComedy
A compilation of clips, hosted by Marilyn Chambers, taken from the 'Electric Blue' series of video tapes.
Too Many ThievesToo Many Thieves · 1966
Too Many Thieves
5.71966
MovieDramaCrime
When some priceless Macedonian treasures are swiped, lawyer Falk arrives to get to the bottom of things. Compiled from the series "Trials of O'Brien" episodes "The Greatest Game Parts 1 & 2".
G.I. BluesG.I. Blues · 1960
G.I. Blues
6.51960
MovieMusicComedy
Stationed in West Germany, soldier Tulsa McLean hopes to open a nightclub once he's discharged. Although he may lack the capital for such a venture, a chance to raise the cash comes his way through a friendly wager. Local dancer Lili is a notorious ice queen, and Tulsa bets everything he has that a friend of his can earn her affections. But when the friend is dispatched to Alaska, it's up to Tulsa to melt Lili's heart.
King Solomon's TreasureKing Solomon's Treasure · 1979
King Solomon's Treasure
4.91979
MovieFantasyAdventure
Three adventurers lead an expedition into darkest Africa in search of the treasure of King Solomon, and on the way encounter hostile natives, volcanoes, dinosaurs and a lost Phoenician city ruled by a beautiful queen.
The Happy ThievesThe Happy Thieves · 1961
The Happy Thieves
5.91961
MovieComedyCrime
A suave art thief romances a wealthy duchess, only to enable him to steal a priceless painting from her collection. Complications ensue.
AsylumAsylum · 1972
Asylum
6.01972
MovieHorror
A young psychiatrist applies for a job at a mental asylum and must pass a test by interviewing four patients. He must figure out which of the patients, is in fact, the doctor that he would be replacing if hired.
Fraternity VacationFraternity Vacation · 1985
Fraternity Vacation
5.21985
MovieComedyRomance
A nerd gains the friendship of two of his frat brothers when his dad offers them his condo for the week in Palm Springs, and also offers the fraternity a hot tub and jacuzzi if they can help his son find a girl. They meet two guys from a rival fraternity, and make a bet on who can nail the Designated Babe first.
LyckodrömmenLyckodrömmen · 1963
Lyckodrömmen
10.01963
MovieComedy
The Karlsson family moves from a small village to a suburb outside Stockholm. The change from a country life to the big city is not easy.

TV Shows

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny CarsonThe Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson · 1962
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
7.51962
Series
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson is a talk show hosted by Johnny Carson under The Tonight Show franchise from 1962 to 1992. It originally aired during late-night. For its first ten years, Carson's Tonight Show was based in New York City with occasional trips to Burbank, California; in May 1972, the show moved permanently to Burbank, California. In 2002, The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson was ranked #12 on TV Guide's 50 Greatest TV Shows of All Time.
The Love BoatThe Love Boat · 1977
The Love Boat
6.31977
SeriesDramaComedy
Passengers who search for romantic nights aboard a beautiful ship travelling to tropical or mysterious countries, decide to pass their vacation aboard the "Love Boat", where Gopher, Dr. Bricker, Isaac, Julie, and Captain Stubing try their best to please them, and sometimes help them fall in love. Things are not always so easy, but in the end, love wins.
Simon & SimonSimon & Simon · 1981
Simon & Simon
6.71981
SeriesDrama
A.J. Simon is a polished fellow with a taste for classic cars and tailored suits. Rick Simon is his less refined (but still pleasant) older brother who has a taste for cowboy boots and four-wheel drive pickups. The two of them live in San Diego, where they own a private detective agency.
The One ShowThe One Show · 2006
The One Show
4.42006
Series
A topical magazine-style daily television programme broadcast live on BBC One.
LexxLexx · 1997
Lexx
7.01997
SeriesComedyDrama
A Time Prophet predicted that Kai would be the one to destroy the divine order in the league of the 20,000 planets, someday that will happen, but not today. Today a cowardly security guard, an undead assassin, a female with a body designed for sex and a robot head madly in love with her all make up the crew of the spaceship Lexx, the most powerful weapon in the two universes.
Absolutely FabulousAbsolutely Fabulous · 1992
Absolutely Fabulous
7.61992
SeriesComedy
Set in the world of fashion and PR, immature fun-loving mother Edina Monsoon and her best friend Patsy drive Eddie's sensible daughter, Saffron, up the wall with their constant drug abuse and outrageous selfishness. Numerous in-jokes and heavy doses of cruel humour have made this series a cult hit in the UK and abroad.
Battlestar GalacticaBattlestar Galactica · 1978
Battlestar Galactica
7.11978
SeriesSci-Fi & FantasyDrama
When the 12 Colonies of Man are wiped out by a cybernetic race called the Cylons, Commander Adama and the crew of the battlestar Galactica lead a ragtag fleet of human survivors in search of a "mythical planet" called Earth.
McCloudMcCloud · 1970
McCloud
7.21970
SeriesCrimeDrama
Deputy Marshal Sam McCloud of the small western town of Taos, New Mexico is assigned to the metropolitan New York City Police Department (NYPD) as a special investigator.
Celebrity Antiques Road TripCelebrity Antiques Road Trip · 2011
Celebrity Antiques Road Trip
6.02011
Series
Antiques experts accompany celebrities on a road trip around the UK searching for treasures and competing to make the most money at auction
Matt HoustonMatt Houston · 1982
Matt Houston
6.31982
SeriesDramaCrime
Matt Houston is an American crime drama series that aired on ABC from 1982 to 1985. Created by Lawrence Gordon, the series was produced by Aaron Spelling.
Dinah!Dinah! · 1974
Dinah!
7.01974
Series
Dinah's show premiered 9 September 1974 and continued through to 4 September 1981. She started out the 70's with Dinah's Place which usually featured one guest and was more of a home oriented show about cooking, crafts and occasionally music. This format lasted until May of 1974. When the show came back in October of 1974 the format had changed drastically to a variety talk show which was called Dinah. and went on until 1981. This show was also known as "Dinah and Friends" during the summer of 1976.
An Audience with...An Audience with... · 1978
An Audience with...
5.31978
Series
An Audience with... is a British entertainment television show produced by London Weekend Television, in which a host, usually a singer or comedian, performs for an invited audience of celebrity guests, interspersed with questions from the audience, in a light hearted revue/tribute style.
Brass EyeBrass Eye · 1997
Brass Eye
7.61997
SeriesComedy
Investigative reporter Chris Morris puts modern Britain under the spotlight, and smacks the issues of the day till they bleed. He tackles weighty issues including animals, drugs, sex and skewered celebrities and politicians alike - and in a later episode in 2001, paedophiles.
Renées bryggaRenées brygga · 2015
Renées brygga
2015
Series
TV presenter invites Swedish celebrities and interesting personalities to her summer island in the Stockholm Archipelago for an evening filled with food, drink, laughs and emotion. She interviews her guests about their career, life and dreams, trying to learn new things about them.
Return of the SaintReturn of the Saint · 1978
Return of the Saint
7.01978
Series
Follow the swashbuckling exploits of Simon Templar, a modern-day Robin Hood of sorts.
Svenska HollywoodfruarSvenska Hollywoodfruar · 2009
Svenska Hollywoodfruar
2009
Series
Svenska Hollywoodfruar is a Swedish reality television program on TV3. The concept of the series revolves around the pursuit of the lives of some Swedish women living a glamorous Hollywood lifestyle with their rich American husbands. The 2009 season of the series, which aired on TV3, consisted of five parts. The first episode aired on 14 September 2009 and was watched by approximately 600,000 viewers.
Stjärnorna på slottetStjärnorna på slottet · 2006
Stjärnorna på slottet
7.02006
Series
Five celebrities spend five days together on a castle somewhere in Sweden. Each episode (or day) centres around one of them. This person decides what to to and eat. The others get the chance to ask questions about this persons life and career.
Tipping Point: Lucky StarsTipping Point: Lucky Stars · 2013
Tipping Point: Lucky Stars
7.52013
Series
Ben Shephard hosts the quiz show in which three celebrities take on an extraordinary machine in the hope of winning 20,000 pounds for charity.
I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! · 2002
I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!
6.02002
SeriesComedy
Twelve celebrities are abandoned in the Australian jungle. In order to earn food, they must perform Bushtucker Trials which challenge them physically and mentally.
GrandGrand · 1990
Grand
6.71990
SeriesComedy
In the piano-making town of Grand, Pennsylvania, Janice Pasetti keeps house for factory owner Harris Weldon, his newlywed niece and her husband, while raising her teenage daughter.
This MorningThis Morning · 1988
This Morning
5.21988
Series
This Morning features a variety of news, as well as show business, fashion, beauty, lifestyle, home and garden, food, tech, live phone-ins, and competitions.
The Real Marigold HotelThe Real Marigold Hotel · 2016
The Real Marigold Hotel
8.02016
SeriesDocumentary
A group of famous faces travel to India to see if retiring in India would be better than retiring in England.
Armchair TheatreArmchair Theatre · 1956
Armchair Theatre
6.01956
SeriesDrama
Armchair Theatre is a British television drama anthology series of single plays that ran on the ITV network from 1956 to 1974. It was originally produced by Associated British Corporation, and later by Thames Television from mid-1968.
SkeppsredarenSkeppsredaren · 1979
Skeppsredaren
8.01979
Series