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Jonathan Adam Lynn (born 3 April 1943) is an English stage and film director, producer, writer, and actor. He directed the comedy films Clue, Nuns on the Run, My Cousin Vinny, and The Whole Nine Yards.
Jonathan Lynn is a British comedy writer, director and actor, best known for creating and writing the BBC series Yes Minister and Yes, Prime Minister. He also directed films such as My Cousin Vinny, Nuns on the Run and The Whole Nine Yards, and wrote novels and stage plays.
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Jonathan Lynn is a versatile and prolific creative talent, known for his films, TV shows, books and theatre productions. He co-created and wrote Yes Minister and Yes Prime Minister, directed Clue and Nuns on the Run, and acted in Fiddler on the Roof.
Jonathan Lynn and Antony Jay created and wrote every episode of the acclaimed BBC political comedy series Yes Minister (1980) and Yes, Prime Minister (1986). The series received numerous accolades including three BAFTA (British Academy) Awards, two Broadcasting Press Guild Awards and two Pye Television Writers Awards.
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Yes Minister is a British political satire sitcom written by Antony Jay and Jonathan Lynn. Comprising three seven-episode series, it was first transmitted on BBC2 from 1980 to 1984. A sequel, Yes, Prime Minister, ran for 16 episodes from 1986 to 1988.
May 31, 2024 · Exploring the best movies directed by Jonathan Lynn offers a glimpse into the creative range of this talented filmmaker. From uproarious comedies to gripping dramas, each film showcases his ability to craft compelling narratives and direct stellar performances.
Jonathan Lynn is an English director, producer, writer, and actor of comedy films and TV series. He is known for Clue, Nuns on the Run, My Cousin Vinny, and Yes Minister.
