David Frost

Acting

David Frost

Born April 7, 1939 · Tenterden, England, UK

Died August 31, 2013 · aged 74

David Frost (7 April 1939 – 31 August 2013) was an English television presenter, journalist and writer.

Known For

Rogue TraderRogue Trader · 1999
Rogue Trader
★ 5.91999
MovieDramaHistory
Rogue Trader tells the true story of Nick Leeson, an employee of Barings Bank who--after a successful trading run--ends up accumulating $1.4 billion in losses hidden in account #88888.
The Slipper and the RoseThe Slipper and the Rose · 1976
The Slipper and the Rose
★ 6.91976
MovieFantasyRomance
Prince Edward wants to marry for love, but the King and court of the Kingdom of Euphrania are anxious for the Prince to wed no matter what. When the Prince meets Cinderella at a ball, he's sure she's the one, and when she loses her slipper upon exiting the dance, the Prince is determined to find and marry her.
The V.I.P.sThe V.I.P.s · 1963
The V.I.P.s
★ 6.21963
MovieDrama
Wealthy passengers fogged in at London's Heathrow Airport fight to survive a variety of personal trials.
The Rise and Rise of Michael RimmerThe Rise and Rise of Michael Rimmer · 1970
The Rise and Rise of Michael Rimmer
★ 6.11970
MovieComedyDrama
Fresh-faced young Michael Rimmer worms his way into an opinion poll company and is soon running the place. He uses this as a springboard to get into politics and in the mini-skirted flared-trousered world of 1970 Britain starts to rise through the Tory ranks.
LeadbellyLeadbelly · 1976
Leadbelly
★ 6.41976
MovieDrama
The life of Blues and folk singer Huddie Leadbetter, nicknamed Leadbelly is recounted. Covering the good times and bad from his 20s to 40s. Much of that time was spent on chain gangs in the south. Even in prison he became well known for the songs he had composed and sung during and before the time he spent there.
The Rumble in the Jungle: George Foreman vs. Muhammad AliThe Rumble in the Jungle: George Foreman vs. Muhammad Ali · 1974
The Rumble in the Jungle: George Foreman vs. Muhammad Ali
★ 8.01974
MovieDocumentary
George Foreman vs. Muhammad Ali, billed as The Rumble in the Jungle, was a heavyweight championship boxing match on October 30, 1974, at the 20th of May Stadium (now the Stade Tata Raphaël) in Kinshasa, Zaire (now Democratic Republic of the Congo), between undefeated and undisputed heavyweight champion George Foreman and Muhammad Ali. The event had an attendance of 60,000 people and was one of the most watched televised events at the time. Ali won by knockout in the eighth round.
Indira Gandhi: The Death of Mother IndiaIndira Gandhi: The Death of Mother India · 2004
Indira Gandhi: The Death of Mother India
2004
MovieDocumentaryTV Movie
The film focuses on the political issues and conflicts that led to the assassination of India's leader.
Bloodlines: The Dracula Family TreeBloodlines: The Dracula Family Tree · 2003
Bloodlines: The Dracula Family Tree
★ 8.52003
MovieDocumentaryTV Movie
Almost 30 years ago, two scholars from Boston revealed the historical truth behind the legendary vampire known as Dracula. For the first time, their 15-year research demonstrated the link between Bram Stoker's infamous vampire and a 15th century prince named Vlad Tepes, or "Vlad the Impaler."

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Ross Perot: Straight TalkRoss Perot: Straight Talk
Ross Perot: Straight Talk
MovieDocumentary
Ross Perot, the Texas billionaire who could be America's next president, gives the straight answers he's famous for in a 1-hour interview with Emmy Award-Winning journalist David Frost. Questioned on topics ranging from the federal budget deficit (he says he knows how to eliminate it), to his views on his employee's marital fidelity ("If your wife can't trust you, how can I?"), to abortion, Perot speaks his mind on today's most important issues. Perot has made himself one of the country's most successful men. Now he is attracting unprecedented support for his presidential bid. You must know about this man, here is a revealing portrait of the philosophy, character, and personality of this most independent candidate.

Executive Producer