Arte honors Tim Curry's legacy
On Friday, October 30, 2026, Arte broadcast The Rocky Horror Picture Show, marking a retrospective on the career of Tim Curry, who passed away in 2026 at the age of 80.Curry's iconic role in Rocky Horror
The event highlighted four of his most iconic roles, including his portrayal of Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975), a role he originated in the West End play two years prior to the film's release.Distinctive performance style
Curry's performance, characterized by full face makeup, fishnet stockings, and wild hair, became legendary, with the image of the doctor on his red-lipped sofa surpassing the character itself.Versatile career across genres
Curry's career spanned various genres, from musicals to horror. He appeared in Legend (1985), where he played the lord of darkness with enormous horns and impossible demon makeup, though the film was poorly received.Notable roles in 1985
The same year, he starred in Cluedo (1985), portraying the butler Wadsworth, known for his sardonic smile and direct address to the audience.Role in the 1990 made-for-TV film
His role in It (1990), a made-for-television film based on Stephen King's novel, saw him as the terrifying clown with a white face, enormous forehead, and drawn eyebrows, a performance noted for its unsettling effect.Presence in other films
Curry also had a presence in Annie (1982), where he played a role that was still singing, though the focus of the retrospective was on his more villainous roles.Recognition of broader contributions
His contributions to film and theater, along with his three rock albums, were acknowledged, though the article primarily focused on his acting career.Continued screenings of Rocky Horror
The Rocky Horror Picture Show continues to be shown regularly in Paris, with performances every Friday and Saturday night at the Studio Galande.
