Dawn French

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Dawn Roma French (born 11 October 1957) is a British actress, comedian, presenter and writer. French is known for writing and starring on the BBC comedy sketch show French and Saunders with her best friend and comedy partner, Jennifer Saunders, and played the lead role as Geraldine Granger in the BBC sitcom The Vicar of Dibley. She has been nominated for seven BAFTA TV Awards and won a BAFTA Fellowship with Saunders in 2009.

Most Popular Dawn French Trailers

Total trailers found: 92

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Trailer (2005)

07 December 2005

Siblings Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter step through a magical wardrobe and find the land of Narnia. There, they discover a charming, once peaceful kingdom that has been plunged into eternal winter by the evil White Witch, Jadis.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Trailer (2004)

31 May 2004

Year three at Hogwarts means new fun and challenges as Harry learns the delicate art of approaching a Hippogriff, transforming shape-shifting Boggarts into hilarity and even turning back time.

Coraline Trailer (2009)

05 February 2009

Wandering her rambling old house in her boring new town, 11-year-old Coraline discovers a hidden door to a strangely idealized version of her life.

Coraline: The Making of 'Coraline' Trailer (2009)

21 July 2009

A look at the complexities and intricacies of making the 2009 stop motion animation film Coraline.

Sex & Chocolate Trailer (1997)

26 October 1997

Bev Bodger is a married teacher tempted by an old school boyfriend to enjoy a little sex and chocolate in Paris.

Maybe Baby Trailer (2000)

02 June 2000

Sam and Lucie Bell are a married couple who seem to have it all: good looks, successful careers, matching motorbikes, and an enthusiastic love life.

Comic Aid Trailer (2005)

02 March 2005

Shot live at the one off Comic Aid benefit gig at London’s Carling Apollo – which sold out in just three and a half minutes of tickets being put on sale – the DVD features the entire uncut show for all those unfortunate enough to have missed out on tickets.

An Audience with Adele Trailer (2021)

21 November 2021

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.

Death on the Nile Trailer (2022)

09 February 2022

Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot's Egyptian vacation aboard a glamorous river steamer turns into a terrifying search for a murderer when a picture-perfect couple's idyllic honeymoon is tragically cut short.

Remember the Secret Policeman's Ball? Trailer (2004)

09 December 2004

The Secret Policeman benefit shows for Amnesty International brought together comedy grand masters - from Python and Beyond the Fringe - and performers then relatively unknown, like Rowan Atkinson.

Comic Relief: Red Nose Day Trailer (2017)

24 March 2017

A fund-raising event organised by Comic Relief.

The Secret Policeman’s Biggest Ball Trailer (1989)

01 January 1989

After the criticisms of the 1987 show’s disproportionate focus on music - and the financial disaster of its music-only Festival Of Youth weekend concert in 1988, Amnesty returned to the original formula that had been so successful in the 1976-1981 era with a primary focus on comedy.

The Vicar of Dibley: Inside Out Trailer (2021)

06 March 2021

Dawn French and Richard Curtis take viewers on a joyful stroll down memory lane as they look back at their favorite Dibley moments, and for the first time, tell the definitive story of the making of the show.

The Tale of Little Pig Robinson Trailer (1990)

26 December 1990

Adapted from the Beatrix Potter story tells the story of the pignap of Little Pig Robinson by Captain Barnabus Butcher who fools Robinson into believing he is being taken on a trip to visit the land of the Bong tree; the truth of the matter is more sinister.

French and Saunders: Still Alive Trailer (2008)

17 November 2008

French and Saunders, Britain’s most celebrated female comedians, bring their final ever sell-out Still Alive tour to DVD! Catch the last chance to watch the infectious duo in their side-splitting comedy tour featuring the best of their characters and sketches from the past three decades, together with brand new material written by the first ladies of comedy.

Roald & Beatrix: The Tail of the Curious Mouse Trailer (2020)

24 December 2020

Roald & Beatrix, the tail of the curious mouse, a heart-warming Christmas film inspired by the true encounter between a six-year-old Roald Dahl and his idol Beatrix Potter.

The Adventures of Pinocchio Trailer (1996)

26 July 1996

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.

Love and Other Disasters Trailer (2006)

09 September 2006

Flighty Emily "Jacks" Jackson works for the British edition of Vogue magazine. Rather than pursue a relationship, Jacks regularly hooks up with her devoted ex-boyfriend, James Wildstone, and lives with Peter Simon, a gay screenwriter.

A Baby Reindeer's First Christmas Trailer (2020)

24 December 2020

Documentary following a community of herders in the Scottish Highlands preparing young reindeer for s

The Comic Relief Utterly Utterly Rude Video Live Trailer (1986)

25 April 1986

In April 1986, inspired by the previous summer's bombastic Live Aid event and the success of Amnesty's first four Secret Policeman's Ball shows, the UK's alternative comedy scene (and a few of the old guard) put on a fund-raising comedy revue at The Shaftesbury Theatre, London.

Kirsty MacColl at the BBC Trailer (2024)

05 October 2024

Described by Bono as 'the Noel Coward of our generation’, the singer and songwriter Kirsty MacColl would have turned 65 this year had her life not been tragically cut short in December 2000.

Private Enterprise Trailer (1986)

02 January 1986

Whilst delivering toilet rolls to a recording studio, small-time crook Keith pockets a demo tape by the newly disbanded group Toy Department, which he takes to a promoter, Brian.

Kirsty: The Life and Songs of Kirsty MacColl Trailer (2001)

03 March 2001

A documentary tribute to the singer/songwriter who died on 18th December, 2000.

The Vicar of Dibley: In Lockdown Trailer (2020)

20 December 2020

The nation's favourite vicar muses upon lockdown, social distancing, masks and absent friends.

300 Years of French & Saunders Trailer (2017)

25 December 2017

Dragged up all the way from the ocean bed, national treasures Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders are back together this festive season with a special 30th anniversary clip show that's bursting with brand new material, greatest hits, hilarious rarities, and even some never-before-seen footage.

The Legends of Treasure Island Trailer (1993)

10 September 1993

How to Be Absolutely Fabulous Trailer (1995)

06 January 1995

Jennifer Saunders hosts a party of AbFab outtakes and behind-the-scenes footage.

Joan Rivers at the BBC Trailer (2024)

08 September 2024

Katherine Ryan presents a celebration of one of the biggest comedy talents to ever appear on the small screens – the razor-sharp-tongued first lady of laughter, Joan Rivers.

The Magician's Elephant Trailer (2023)

10 March 2023

Peter is searching for his long-lost sister when he crosses paths with a fortune teller in the market square.

The Strike Trailer (1988)

20 February 1988

Paul, a former miner, writes a hard-hitting screenplay about his own experiences of the 1984 miners' strike.

30 Years of Comic Strip Trailer (2012)

03 November 2012

In true Peter Richardson fashion, "30 Years Of Comic Strip" defies the conventional norms of a retrospective documentary.

French & Saunders: Funny Women Trailer (2021)

17 July 2021

Filmed on the set of their sketch show, much-loved duo Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders discuss all the crucial and female contributions to the pantheon of comic history across the globe.

Slags Trailer (1984)

11 February 1984

Teen-age gang leaders Passion and Little Sister are released from prison, only to find that their gang the Slags has disbanded due to a rival gang, the Hawaiians, who wear garlands and drink Pina Coladas.

An Audience With Victoria Wood Trailer (1988)

10 December 1988

British comedy legend Victoria Wood entertains a star-studded audience including Julie Walters, Judi Dench and Dawn French in this 1988 special.

Dawn French Is a Huge Twat Trailer (2023)

28 December 2023

Live (almost) from London’s iconic Palladium theatre, the nation’s favourite comedy star, Dawn French, is about to reveal (almost) all the most excruciating gaffes and howlers she’s made across her 40-year career as a comedian and actress.

Amnesty International's Big 30 Trailer (1991)

28 December 1991

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.

Tender Loving Care Trailer (1993)

03 October 1993

Night nurse Elaine Dobbs may be overworked and underpaid, but she has created a very special atmosphere in her ward and is extremely attentive to her patients.

Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie Trailer (2016)

01 July 2016

Edina and Patsy are still oozing glitz and glamour, living the high life they're accustomed to; shopping, drinking and clubbing around London's trendiest hotspots.

Bad News Trailer (1983)

24 January 1983

A documentary crew films heavy metal band Bad News as they have trouble starting their van, pick up a schoolgirl groupie, and meet up with rock journalist Sally at a motorway service station where they argue about the cost of sausage and chips.

Catherine Tate: Laughing at the Noughties Trailer (2011)

17 December 2011

Sketch-show sensation Catherine Tate tells the story of the decade in which she became a household name.

Communicators From Hell Trailer (1989)

01 January 1989

John Cleese training video.

Milk Trailer (1999)

01 January 1999

Forty-five-year-old Adrian has been living with his mother Lucy and running their Wiltshire dairy farm all his adult life.

imagine... French & Saunders: Pointed, Bitchy, Bitter Trailer (2023)

27 December 2023

imagine... profiles the UK’s most successful double act of the last 40 years, French & Saunders, exploring a brand of comedy based on satire, silliness and, above all, friendship.

Susie Trailer (1984)

14 January 1984

In rural England, school teacher Susie Darling is planning to leave her boring husband Martin for lusty mechanic Dave when she meets romantic former pop star Garry Dreadful, who has moved to the village to start a traditional farm and asks her to live with him.

Summer School Trailer (1983)

31 January 1983

A motley band of suburbanites arrives at a summer school to simulate life in an Iron Age village. However, the village is right in the middle of a modern university campus which somewhat detracts from its air of authenticity.

Confessions of the Paparazzi Trailer (2017)

06 February 2017

Controversial freelance photographer George Bamby reveals the dark arts of his profession as we see him in hot pursuit of celebrities such a Britney Spears in search of a photo that will reap huge rewards.

Psychoville Halloween Special Trailer (2010)

31 October 2010

Psychoville returns with a spooktacular hour-long Halloween special. Four tales of terror unfold as location manager Phil Walker investigates the abandoned ruins of Ravenhill Psychiatric hospital.

Dirty Movie Trailer (1984)

07 January 1984

Postman Bean is anxious to end his round early to catch a morning showing of 'The Sound of Muzak' at his local cinema.

More Bad News Trailer (1988)

27 February 1988

Four years after they were last the subject of a documentary, the heavy metal band Bad News get back together again for another film of their exploits, beginning with a reunion gig at the Flying Horse.

Michael Bublé: Home for Christmas Trailer (2011)

18 December 2011

Michael Buble performs a selection of seasonal hits and other favorites from his Canadian mountain chalet.

French & Saunders: At the Movies Trailer (1993)

01 January 1993

Comediennes and "Absolutely Fabulous" creators Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders star in this compilation of the best skits and spoofs from the fourth season of their BBC comedy-sketch series.

The Best of French & Saunders Trailer (2002)

05 August 2002

A compilation of all the best sketches from Britain's favourite female comedy double-act. They are all here - the music numbers, Hollywood spoofs, the uncannily perceptive mickey-taking of our various - and particularly female - obsessions, and much, much more.

Red Riding Hood: After Ever After Trailer (2022)

23 December 2022

Fifty years after her legendary brush with the wolf, an adult Red Riding Hood and her granddaughter face a new lupine problem.

Donizetti: La Fille du Régiment Trailer (2007)

01 June 2007

In January 2007, superstar soprano Natalie Dessay, joined on stage by acclaimed tenor Juan Diego Florez dazzled British audiences in Laurent Pelly's new production of Donizetti's "LA FILLE DU REGIMENT".

Comedy Classics: The Vicar of Dibley Trailer (2022)

24 December 2022

Celebrating the legendary comedy with clips and insights from the cast and celebrity fans.

Matthew Bourne's Christmas Trailer (2011)

25 December 2011

This new Christmas ballet film was conceived by Matthew Bourne and directed by his long standing film collaborator Ross MacGibbon.

French & Saunders - Live Trailer (2000)

20 November 2000

For the first time in 10 years, see Britain's funniest double act French & Saunders at their hilarious LIVE best.

GLC: The Carnage Continues Trailer (1990)

05 February 1990

The Greater London Council fight to save the capital against the wicked Ice Maiden.

Experiment IV Trailer (1986)

27 October 1986

A top secret government project seeks to harness sound as the ultimate weapon. But the power they unleash proves to be far beyond their control.

Mr Jolly Lives Next Door Trailer (1988)

05 March 1988

A couple of bored escorts find themselves suddenly involved with a hit gang and an ax murderer - Mr. Jolly.