Parkinson: The Interviews

Michael Parkinson looks back on his meeting with Ingrid Bergman - an actress he confesses to falling in love with the first time he saw her on screen at his local cinema

Michael Parkinson introduces a compilation of excerpts from Alec Guinness’s 1977 visit to his chat show. In the segment, the distinguished actor reflects on a range of cultural figures, mentioning the late American star James Dean, the iconic Princess Grace Kelly, playwright Alan Bennett, and poet T.S. Eliot. The programme strings together these moments, offering viewers a concise glimpse of Guinness’s thoughts and anecdotes about each personality. By focusing on these highlights, the broadcast captures the charm of the original interview while presenting the most memorable parts in a brief, accessible format. The selection maintains the relaxed, conversational tone typical of Parkinson’s interviews.