The best Jonathan Ross’s documentary movies

Jonathan Ross

Jonathan Ross

17/11/1960 (63 años)
If you love cinema, you will share this ranking of the best Jonathan Ross’s movies, although you may have ordered them differently. In any case, we hope you love it and with a little luck discovering a movie that you still don’t know about Jonathan Ross.

The Sparks Brothers

The Sparks Brothers
7.7/10
Take a musical odyssey through five weird and wonderful decades with brothers Ron & Russell Mael, celebrating the inspiring legacy of Sparks: your favorite band’s favorite band.

Attack of the Hollywood Clichés!

Attack of the Hollywood Clichés!
6.1/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 28/09/2021
  • Character: Self - Broadcaster
Movie stars and members of the film industry make fun of several narrative and visual clichés that are as shocking and aesthetic as they are often truly ridiculous.

An Audience with Adele

An Audience with Adele
8.3/10
Joining multi-Grammy Award winning and one of the biggest UK artists of all time, Adele, for a unique and special night at the legendary London Palladium, where she performs her chart-topping single Easy On Me, as well as tracks from her new album, 30.

In Search of James Bond with Jonathan Ross

In Search of James Bond with Jonathan Ross
6.6/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 10/12/1995
  • Character: Himself
Jonathan Ross delves into the world of James Bond and meets with new and former cast members who reveal humorous stories and anecdotes in a series of interviews. All the 5 Bonds at the time are featured, though only Lazenby (reflecting in the usual frank, self criticizing manner), Moore and Brosnan granted an interview. Connery and Dalton are featured through some unused footage from LWT's 30 years of James Bond program. The ever faithful Desmond Llewelyn turns up in character as well as some other less related peeps like Christopher Lee, Paul McCartney and the ultimate playboy: Hugh Hefner -- who all give an interesting perspective on the worlds most famous spy.

Neil Gaiman: Dream Dangerously

Neil Gaiman: Dream Dangerously
6.6/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 08/07/2016
  • Character: Self
Neil Gaiman is one of the most beloved storytellers in the world today, a medium-jumping legend who opened a new era of comics with Sandman, scared a generation of young readers with Coraline and The Graveyard Book, and has thrilled his fans with years of live readings and signings. Recently, Neil embarked on his final signing tour, one last chance to talk to the fans who love his work and show his appreciation for their years of support. Now you're along for the ride! The film offers unprecedented access to Neil, chronicling his journey from myth-loving child to one of the most popular writers in the world. In addition to Neil, the film also features Amanda Palmer, George RR Martin, Grant Morrison, Bill Hader, Wil Wheaton, Michael Sheen, Karen Berger, and many more.

In Search of Steve Ditko

In Search of Steve Ditko
7.6/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 16/09/2007
  • Character: Himself
Jonathan Ross attempts to track down reclusive comic book artist Steve Ditko, best known as the co-creator of Spider-Man and Doctor Strange for Marvel Comics in the early 1960s.

Manga!

Manga!
6.9/10
BBC's 1994 documentary on the manga and anime phenomenon that was just starting to hit the UK at the time, and its origins in Japan. Presented by Jonathan Ross.

If It Ain't Stiff: The Stiff Records Story

If It Ain't Stiff: The Stiff Records Story
7.6/10
Adrian Edmondson narrates a documentary chronicling the story of Stiff Records, a tiny independent that took music out of the boardroom and gave it back to the fans. Stiff's successes included Nick Lowe, the Damned, Elvis Costello, Ian Dury, Madness, Tracey Ullman and the Pogues. Contributors include Captain Sensible, Jonathan Ross, Suggs, Shane MacGowan and label founders Jake Riviera and Dave Robinson.

Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliché

Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliché
7.1/10
The death of punk icon and X-Ray Spex front-woman Poly Styrene sends her daughter on a journey through her mother's archives in this intimate documentary.

How Videogames Changed the World

How Videogames Changed the World
7.6/10
From Pong to Grand Theft Auto, Charlie Brooker delves into the history of videogames and pulls out a selection of its most significant titles. From Atari to Angry Birds, How Videogames Changed the World explores how interactive entertainment evolved from a penny arcade diversion into a medium that some believe is art, and shows how it is changing the way we work, communicate and, of course, play. Joined by Jonathan Ross, Dara O'Briain and gaming legends like Will Wright and John Romero, Brooker looks at how videogames have become the most progressive art form of the last 40 years. This humorous and insightful tour will surprise and entertain the uninitiated and dedicated gamers alike.

A Short Film About John Bolton

A Short Film About John Bolton
6.6/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 24/01/2003
  • Character: Jonathan Ross
A Short Film About John Bolton is a darkly hip and hilarious film explores the question that torments artists of every medium: "Where do your ideas come from?" Renowned artist John Bolton's paintings of voluptuous she-vampire nudes have earned this quiet eccentric a reputation for having a "damaged imagination." BBC radio personality Jonathan Ross buys his pieces, which leads interviewer extraordinaire Marcus Brigstocke to find out what the appeal is in Bolton's beautiful (but terrifying) artwork. Why does Bolton demand that his gallery "monsterpieces" speak for themselves? What does he do with that ornamental knife that he carries everywhere? Will Marcus ever learn how to operate the camera?

Amnesty International's Big 30

Amnesty International's Big 30
5.8/10
In the tradition of the acclaimed series of British concerts known as The Secret Policemen's Ball, Amnesty International celebrates its 50th Anniversary live at Radio City Music Hall.

Pinewood: 80 Years of Movie Magic

Pinewood: 80 Years of Movie Magic
5.8/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 06/06/2015
  • Character: Self - Host
Jonathan Ross takes you behind the scenes to Britain's famous film studio, revealing behind the scenes magic of some of the most popular movies of all time.

Keith Lemon's Back t'Future Tribute

Keith Lemon's Back t'Future Tribute
6.3/10
A one-off 90 minute special in which Keith Lemon pays tribute to the iconic Back To The Future films.

Suit You Sir! The Inside Leg Of The Fast Show

Suit You Sir! The Inside Leg Of The Fast Show
A look at how the Fast Show developed into one of TV's most successful series, with contributions from the creators, writers, cast and some famous fans.

We Love Only Fools and Horses

We Love Only Fools and Horses
Tribute celebrating the iconic sitcom featuring classic archive material. We meet the insiders to find out exactly why this sitcom is one of the most successful TV shows ever.

The New Romantics: A Fine Romance

The New Romantics: A Fine Romance
7/10
Culture Club, Spandau Ballet, Visage, Marilyn, Adam and the Ants, Duran Duran, ABC... At the dawn of the 80s, a whole host of strangely dressed men in make-up burst forth onto the music scene brandishing synthesisers and kicking against the visual ugliness of punk.

The Incredibly Strange Film Show: Russ Meyer

The Incredibly Strange Film Show: Russ Meyer
7/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 09/09/1988
  • Character: Host
Episode of the British television series on the works of film director Russ Meyer.

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