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Richard Sparks

Richard Sparks is an English-born comedy writer, lyricist, librettist, author and director now living in Los Angeles. He has written extensively for television, film, radio and the stage as well as theatre and the opera. His opera libretti include original works, mostly commissioned by the Los Angeles Opera, and translations/adaptations of Classic operas. He is the author of three books. Richard w…

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The Secret of NIMH 2: Timmy to the RescueThe Secret of NIMH 2: Timmy to the Rescue · 1999
The Secret of NIMH 2: Timmy to the Rescue
★ 4.71999
MovieAnimationFamily
The rats and mice, made intellectually superior in the original Secret of N.I.M.H., return to Thorn Valley to groom their destined leader - young Timmy Brisby.
The Adventures of PinocchioThe Adventures of Pinocchio · 1996
The Adventures of Pinocchio
★ 5.31996
MovieFamilyFantasy
One of puppet-maker Geppetto's creations comes magically to life. This puppet, Pinocchio, has one major desire and that is to become a real boy someday. In order to accomplish this goal he has to learn to act responsibly. This film shows you the adventures on which he learns valuable lessons.
The Famous FiveThe Famous Five · 1978
The Famous Five
★ 7.51978
SeriesFamilyAction & Adventure
The Famous Five is a British television series based on the children's books of the same name by Enid Blyton. It was broadcast on ITV over two series in 1978 and 1979. It was produced by Southern Television in 26 half-hour episodes.
Not the Nine O'Clock NewsNot the Nine O'Clock News · 1979
Not the Nine O'Clock News
★ 7.31979
SeriesComedy
Classic sketch comedy show satirising the news and culture of the late 70s and early 80s which introduced Rowan Atkinson, Mel Smith, Griff Rhys Jones and Pamela Stephenson.
The OptimistThe Optimist · 1983
The Optimist
★ 8.01983
SeriesComedy
Meet The Optimist. A guy who has big dreams in life yet creates problems and confusion wherever he goes. He means well, but in this dialogue-free comedy series he manages to leave a trail of chaos across Hollywood and London.

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