Elton John: The Nation's Favourite Song

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Elton John: The Nation's Favourite Song

2017

1h 35m

8.0(4 votes)

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Overview

Elton John on his extraordinary career and his songwriting partnership with lyricist Bernie Taupin.

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10 featured cast members

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David Walliams

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Elton John

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Davey Johnstone

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Nigel Olsson

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Bernie Taupin

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Johnnie Walker

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Paul Gambaccini

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Brandon Flowers

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Stephen Fry

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Billie Jean King

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Directed by: Paul Kirrage
Kerry Allison
Produced by: Kerry Allison

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