Jason Manford

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Jason Manford

Born May 26, 1981 · Salford, Greater Manchester, England (age 45)

Jason John Manford (born 26 May 1981) is an English comedian, presenter, actor and singer. Manford was a team captain on the Channel 4 panel show 8 Out of 10 Cats from 2007 until 2010 and has presented numerous television shows for the BBC and ITV including Comedy Rocks (2010–2011), The One Show (2010), Show Me the Funny (2011), A Question of Sport: Super Saturday (2014), Bigheads (2017) and Chil…

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CurtainsCurtains · 2020
Curtains
2020
MovieMysteryComedy
It’s murder putting on a new musical – literally! The star of a new Broadway-bound musical has been murdered on stage on opening night! The entire cast and crew are suspects. Time to call in the local detective, Frank Cioffi. With a nose for crime and an ear for music, Frank tries to find the killer whilst giving the show a lifeline.
Tinsel TownTinsel Town · 2025
Tinsel Town
5.82025
MovieComedyRomance
A washed-up Hollywood action hero is tricked into starring in a small English town’s chaotic Christmas pantomime, where a straight-talking dance instructor and his estranged daughter just might help him rediscover the magic of the season.
The Secret Policeman's Ball 2008The Secret Policeman's Ball 2008 · 2008
The Secret Policeman's Ball 2008
2008
Movie
The Secret Policeman's Ball 2008 was a show in the "Secret Policeman's Balls" series of benefit shows for Amnesty International. Like its immediate predecessor, the show was a single-night event at London's Royal Albert Hall, on Saturday 4 October 2008. The 3-hour event was video-taped and a 95-minute television special adapted from the show was broadcast the following day, on Britain's Channel Four. There was also a "cinecast" in which the Royal Albert Hall event was shown live in 35 cinemas in major British cities.
Jason Manford: First World ProblemsJason Manford: First World Problems · 2014
Jason Manford: First World Problems
5.02014
MovieComedy
Manford's latest UK tour, named "First World Problems", was performed between June and December 2013.
Tommy Cooper: Not Like That, Like ThisTommy Cooper: Not Like That, Like This · 2014
Tommy Cooper: Not Like That, Like This
6.92014
MovieComedy
The life and times of Tommy Cooper
Jason Manford: Live at the Manchester ApolloJason Manford: Live at the Manchester Apollo · 2009
Jason Manford: Live at the Manchester Apollo
3.02009
MovieComedy
Filmed live at the Manchester Apollo during his sell out tour, Jason Manford showcases some of the freshest material on the stand up circuit in this hotly anticipated debut DVD. Renowned for his cheeky story-telling and loveable, friendly delivery, Jason takes us through the rules of driving, urinal etiquette, and the lies Dads tell in a tour de force of observational humour.
Big Night of Musicals 2023 by the National LotteryBig Night of Musicals 2023 by the National Lottery · 2023
Big Night of Musicals 2023 by the National Lottery
2023
Movie
Jason Manford hosts another spectacular celebration of musical theatre filmed at Manchester’s AO Arena, featuring sensational performances from the casts of 13 of the UK’s best-loved West End and touring productions - along with a few surprises along the way.
Big Night of Musicals 2024 by the National LotteryBig Night of Musicals 2024 by the National Lottery · 2024
Big Night of Musicals 2024 by the National Lottery
2024
Movie
Jason Manford hosts a glittering musical celebration, with spectacular performances and special guests, including Beverley Knight, Nicole Scherzinger and Alfie Boe. Daniel Mays takes to the stage with Guys & Dolls, Alfie Boe returns to Les Misérables for a special one-off performance, Beverley Knight performs with some of the next generation of musical theatre stars, and the cast of Broadway sensation Hadestown present a UK television exclusive ahead of its West End debut.

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Royal Variety Performance 2020Royal Variety Performance 2020 · 2020
Royal Variety Performance 2020
2020
SeriesComedyDrama
Attended by senior members of the British Royal Family, this much-loved show has a worldwide audience of over 150 million who return every year to this feast of comedy, dance and musical performances.Hosted by Jason Manford During his appearance on the show, Michael Ball will be on stage with the NHS Choir to perform You’ll Never Walk Alone. Other big names performing include Gary Barlow, while Sheridan Smith is set to perform as Cilla Black from Cilla The Musical. Frozen the Musical star Samantha Barks will also treat viewers to a song. There’ll be music from Steps, Melanie C and Brit Award winner Celeste, plus performances from West End star Marisha Wallace and Kenyan acrobats The Black Blues Brothers. Catchphrase host Stephen Mulhern will deliver a set of magic tricks, with Britain’s Got Talent 2020 winner Jon Courtenay providing the laughs alongside stand-up stars Jo Caulfield and Daliso Chaponda.

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