Tom Parker

Tom Parker

Andreas Cornelis van Kuijk, more commonly known as "Colonel" Tom Parker, was a Dutch-born musical entrepreneur, best known for being Elvis Presley's manager. Born in the Netherlands, Parker immigrated illegally to the United States at the age of 20. He then changed his name and claimed to have been born in the United States. A carnival worker by background, Parker moved into music promotion in 1938, working with one of the first popular crooners, Gene Austin, and then country music singers Eddy Arnold, Hank Snow, and Tommy Sands in his early career. He also assisted Jimmie Davis's campaign to become Governor of Louisiana. As a reward, Davis gave him the honorary rank of "colonel" in the Louisiana State Militia. Parker encountered Elvis Presley in 1955 and by 1956 had become his sole representative.

  • Title: Tom Parker
  • Popularity: 0.2166
  • Known For: Acting
  • Birthday: 1909-06-26
  • Place of Birth: Breda, Noord-Brabant, Netherlands
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  • Also Known As: "Colonel" Tom Parker, Andreas Cornelis van Kuijk, The Colonel
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Tom Parker Movies

  • 2023
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    Reinventing Elvis: The 68' Comeback

    Reinventing Elvis: The 68' Comeback

    6.5 2023 HD

    The making of Elvis Presley's famous live TV concert and the chaotic behind the scenes. It was the most-watched television event of the year with nearly half of the audience tuned in to watch Presley perform in his iconic black leather suit.

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  • 2018
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    The King

    The King

    6.4 2018 HD

    A cultural portrait of the American dream at a critical time in the nation’s history. Set against the 2016 American election, The King takes a musical road trip across the country in Elvis Presley's 1963 Rolls Royce.

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  • 2019
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    ZZ Top - That Little Ol' Band from Texas

    ZZ Top - That Little Ol' Band from Texas

    7.533 2019 HD

    The story of how three oddball teenage bluesmen became one of the biggest, most beloved bands on the planet.

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  • 1981
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    This Is Elvis

    This Is Elvis

    7 1981 HD

    Though several actors portray Elvis Presley at different stages of his life, this documentary is comprised mostly of actual performance footage and interviews with Elvis, his fans and those close to him. This biographical docu-drama features rare footage of Elvis and dramatically recreated scenes from Elvis' life.

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  • 1970
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    Elvis: That's the Way It Is

    Elvis: That's the Way It Is

    7.9 1970 HD

    On July 31, 1970, in Las Vegas, Nevada, Elvis Presley staged a triumphant return to the concert stage from which he had been absent for almost a decade. His series of concerts broke all box office records and completely reenergized the career of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

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  • 2002
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    The Definitive Elvis: Elvis and the Colonel

    The Definitive Elvis: Elvis and the Colonel

    6.4 2002 HD

    One of the dominating figures in Elvis Presley's life was his manager, who was known as the "Colonel". No other relationship in Elvis' life was as controversial and misunderstood as the one he had with Colonel Tom Parker. The truth about their unique friendship is revealed in this documentary.

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  • 2012
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    Elvis Found Alive

    Elvis Found Alive

    3.8 2012 HD

    In this mockumentary spoof of Elvis theories, Elvis has been FOUND ALIVE! After visiting Graceland, a Freedom of Information Act request is made for US government files on Elvis Presley. Incredibly, documents arrived from the FBI revealing an address for Federal Agent "Jon Burrows," Elvis' 1970's alias, in Simi Valley, California.

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  • 2024
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    The Last Repair Shop

    The Last Repair Shop

    7.463 2024 HD

    In a warehouse in the heart of Los Angeles, a dwindling handful of devoted craftspeople maintain more than 80,000 student musical instruments, the largest remaining workshop in America of its kind. Meet four unforgettable characters whose broken-and-repaired lives have been dedicated to bringing so much more than music to the schoolchildren of this city.

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  • 2017
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    Elvis and the Girl from Vienna

    Elvis and the Girl from Vienna

    5.5 2017 HD

    In August, 1956, Elvis Presley started shooting his first feature film, Love Me Tender. At his side was his manager, Colonel Tom Parker and his just-hired secretary, Trude Forsher. ELVIS AND THE GIRL FROM VIENNA is Trude’s account of how Elvis’ career went from a southern United States singing sensation to a global legend. Over the five years that Trude worked with Elvis and the Colonel, she observed first hand the legendary moments in Elvis life. It is not only the story of Elvis’ rise to fame, but of one of his most personal confidants, who escaped the ravages of WW2 to get the job a million girls dreamed of - Elvis private secretary.

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  • 2005
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    Elvis by the Presleys

    Elvis by the Presleys

    5.1 2005 HD

    Priscilla Presley, her daughter, their family and their friends open their hearts in the backdrop of Graceland's memories with much modesty and emotion.

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  • 2024
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    Return of the King: The Fall and Rise of Elvis Presley

    Return of the King: The Fall and Rise of Elvis Presley

    7.324 2024 HD

    He had one chance to show the world he was still the King of Rock 'n' Roll. Discover the story behind Elvis Presley's triumphant '68 comeback special.

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  • 1967
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    Double Trouble

    Double Trouble

    4.9 1967 HD

    When singer Guy Lambert goes on tour in Europe, he is pursued by two beautiful women, bumbling jewel thieves, and a mysterious killer.

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  • 1967
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    Clambake

    Clambake

    5.9 1967 HD

    The heir to an oil fortune trades places with a water-ski instructor at a Florida hotel to see if girls will like him for himself, rather than his father's money.

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  • 1961
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    Blue Hawaii

    Blue Hawaii

    5.888 1961 HD

    Chad Gates has just been discharged from the Army, and is happy to be back in Hawaii with his surf-board, his beach buddies and his girlfriend.

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  • 1960
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    G.I. Blues

    G.I. Blues

    6.5 1960 HD

    Stationed in West Germany, soldier Tulsa McLean hopes to open up a nightclub when he gets out of the army. Tulsa may lack the capital for such a venture, but a chance to raise the cash comes his way through a friendly wager. Local dancer Lili (Juliet Prowse) is a notorious ice queen, and Tulsa bets everything he has that a friend of his can earn her affections. But, when that friend is dispatched to Alaska, it's up to Tulsa to melt Lili's heart.

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  • 1962
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    Kid Galahad

    Kid Galahad

    6.1 1962 HD

    After completing his military service, Walter Gulick takes a job as a sparring partner at a gym, the owner of which sees potential in Walter as a professional fighter—and takes him under his wing.

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  • 1957
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    Jailhouse Rock

    Jailhouse Rock

    6.2 1957 HD

    After serving time for manslaughter, young Vince Everett becomes a teenage rock star.

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  • 1962
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    Follow That Dream

    Follow That Dream

    6.1 1962 HD

    When the Kwimper family car runs out of fuel on a new Florida highway and an officious state supervisor tries to run them off, Pop Kwimper digs in his heels and decides to do a little homesteading. He and his son Toby and their 'adopted' children—Holly, Ariadne, and the twins—start their own little community along a strip of the roadside.

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  • 1965
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    Tickle Me

    Tickle Me

    5.9 1965 HD

    A singing rodeo rider hires on at an expensive all-women dude ranch and beauty spa. He falls for a pretty fitness trainer who is constantly threatened by a gang who wants her late grandfather's cache of gold hidden in a ghost town.

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  • 1963
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    It Happened at the World's Fair

    It Happened at the World's Fair

    5.7 1963 HD

    Mike and Danny fly a cropduster, but because of Danny's gambling debts, a local sheriff takes custody of it. Trying to earn money, they hitch-hike to the World's Fair in Seattle and, while Danny tries to earn money playing poker, Mike takes care of a small girl whose father has disappeared. Being a ladies' man, he also finds the time to court a young nurse.

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  • 1965
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    Girl Happy

    Girl Happy

    6.4 1965 HD

    A Chicago mobster hires a rock and roll singer and his band to keep an eye on his daughter during Spring Break in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

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  • 1958
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    King Creole

    King Creole

    6.3 1958 HD

    Danny Fisher, young delinquent, flunks out of high school. He quits his job as a busboy in a nightclub, and one night he gets the chance to perform. Success is imminent and the local crime boss Maxie Fields wants to hire him to perform at his night club The Blue Shade. Danny refuses, but Fields won't take no for an answer.

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  • 1963
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    Fun in Acapulco

    Fun in Acapulco

    5.875 1963 HD

    Mike Windgren works on a boat in Acapulco, but when the bratty daughter of the boat owner gets him fired, Mike finds new work as a lifeguard and singer at a local hotel. Tensions increase when Mike runs into the rival lifeguard—who is also the champion diver of Mexico.

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  • 1962
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    Girls! Girls! Girls!

    Girls! Girls! Girls!

    5.3 1962 HD

    When he finds out his boss is retiring to Arizona, a sailor, Ross Carpenter, has to find a way to buy the Westwind, a boat that he and his father built. He is also caught between two women: insensitive club singer Robin and sweet Laurel.

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  • 1957
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    Loving You

    Loving You

    6.2 1957 HD

    Deke Rivers is a delivery man who is discovered by publicist Glenda Markle and country-western musician Tex Warner who want to promote the talented newcomer to fame and fortune, giving him every break he deserves. Romantic complications arise as Susan, another singer in the group, offers him devoted admiration as Glenda leads him on with promises of a golden future.

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  • 1960
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    Flaming Star

    Flaming Star

    6.5 1960 HD

    Sam Burton's second wife is a Kiowa, and their son is therefore born mixed-race. When a struggle starts between the whites and the native Kiowas, the Burton family is split between loyalties.

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  • 1964
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    Kissin' Cousins

    Kissin' Cousins

    4.6 1964 HD

    An Army officer returns to the Smoky Mountains and tries to convince his kinfolk to allow the Army to build a missile site on their land. Once he gets there, he discovers he has a look-alike cousin.

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  • 1956
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    Love Me Tender

    Love Me Tender

    6.1 1956 HD

    At the end of the Civil War, a Confederate team is ordered to rob a Union payroll train but the war ends leaving these men with their Union loot, until the Feds come looking for it.

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  • 1966
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    Spinout

    Spinout

    5.5 1966 HD

    Band singer/race driver Mike McCoy must choose between marrying a beautiful rich girl and driving her father's car in a prestigious race.

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  • 1981
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    This Is Elvis

    This Is Elvis

    7 1981 HD

    Though several actors portray Elvis Presley at different stages of his life, this documentary is comprised mostly of actual performance footage and interviews with Elvis, his fans and those close to him. This biographical docu-drama features rare footage of Elvis and dramatically recreated scenes from Elvis' life.

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  • 1973
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    Elvis - Aloha from Hawaii

    Elvis - Aloha from Hawaii

    7.8 1973 HD

    A 1973 concert by Elvis Presley that was broadcast live via satellite on January 14, 1973. The concert took place at the Honolulu International Center in Honolulu and aired in over 40 countries across Asia and Europe. Viewing figures have been estimated at over 1 billion viewers world wide, and the show was the most expensive entertainment special at the time, costing $2.5 million.

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  • 1972
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    Elvis on Tour

    Elvis on Tour

    7.2 1972 HD

    This documentary captures Elvis Presley on his 1972 American tour and includes rehearsals, interviews, archival television appearances and backstage moments. With Elvis at his most flamboyant, the film features well-known hits and cover songs showcasing his country, gospel and rhythm-and-blues influences.

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  • 1967
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    Easy Come, Easy Go

    Easy Come, Easy Go

    5.9 1967 HD

    Navy frogman Ted Jackson balances his time between twin careers as a deep-sea diver and nightclub singer. During a dive, Ted spots sunken treasure and returns with the hope to retrieve it.

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  • 1970
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    Elvis: That's the Way It Is

    Elvis: That's the Way It Is

    7.9 1970 HD

    On July 31, 1970, in Las Vegas, Nevada, Elvis Presley staged a triumphant return to the concert stage from which he had been absent for almost a decade. His series of concerts broke all box office records and completely reenergized the career of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

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  • 1966
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    Paradise, Hawaiian Style

    Paradise, Hawaiian Style

    5.1 1966 HD

    Blacklisted by the major airlines for endlessly chasing female staff, pilot Rick Richards returns to Hawaii to set up a helicopter charter company with his friend Danny. Having a girl on every island is a good way to get business but it becomes clear that romance and flying don't always mix.

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  • 1965
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    Harum Scarum

    Harum Scarum

    4.8 1965 HD

    Johnny Tyronne, action movie star and ladies man, is traveling through the Middle East on a goodwill tour to promote his latest movie, "Sands of the Desert". Once he arrives, however, he is kidnapped by a gang of assassins who were so impressed with his on-screen adventures that they want to hire him to carry out an assassination for them.

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  • 1964
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    Roustabout

    Roustabout

    6 1964 HD

    After a singer loses his job at a coffee shop, he finds employment at a struggling carnival, but his attempted romance with a teenager leads to friction with her father.

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  • 2002
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    Elvis: The Ultimate Live Collection

    Elvis: The Ultimate Live Collection

    1 2002 HD

    Compilation of many 50's TV appearances and the nearly complete Aloha show. This is Elvis doing what he did best; captivating audiences around the world with his incredible live shows. From the excitement of the live broadcasts during the rock 'n roll years to the sheer majesty of the King at his peak in '73.

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  • 2018
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    Elvis Presley: The Searcher

    Elvis Presley: The Searcher

    7.6 2018 HD

    The story of Elvis Presley the musical artist, a comprehensive creative journey from his childhood through the final 1976 Jungle Room recording sessions.

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  • 1997
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    Classic Albums

    Classic Albums

    7.7 1997 HD

    A documentary series about pop and rock albums that are considered the best or most distinctive of a well-known band or musician or that exemplify a stage in the history of music.

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