Jonathan Lynn

Jonathan Lynn (left) directs Paramount's The Fighting Temptations - 2003

Biography

Born 04/03/1943

Perhaps best known for directing the award-winning British TV series, "Yes, Minister" and "Yes, Prime Minister", Lynn honed his comedic skills as a member of the Cambridge Circus satirical revue in the mid-1960s. After acting on the New York and London stage as well as British TV, he branched out...
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Awards

  • In 1988, received CableACE Award for Best Written Comedy Series
  • In 1987, received BAFTA Award
  • In 1987, received Olivier Award for Best Director

Highlights

  • In 2000, Helmed "The Whole Nine Yards", starring Bruce Willis and Matthew Perry
  • In 1997, Produced and directed the comedy "Trial and Error"
  • In 1996, Helmed the big screen version of the 1950s TV show "Sgt. Bilko", starring Steve Martin

Family & Companions

  • Edward Lynn: son (born c. 1973)

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