The Real Pink Panther : Stories Behind the Classic Films

Unveils the untold story of the iconic franchise, exploring its origins, secrets, and the complex legacy of Peter Sellers.The Pink Panther series is one of the most enduring and financially successful franchises in movie history, beginning with 1963The Pink Panther, which introduced audiences to the iconic Inspector Clouseau, unforgettably played by Peter Sellers.Drawing on previously unseen material and exclusiveinterviews with stars of the films and crew members, along with friends and colleagues of Peter Sellers, Robert Sellers presents, for the very first time, the untold story and some of the secrets behind the Pink Panther films.The original Pink Panther movie proved popular enough to spawn eight sequels. The films also inspired a popular animated TV series based on the pink panther cartoon character that appeared in the filmcredit sequences. There were also spin-off toys, games, clothes, even breakfast cereal. In the 2000s, comedy legend Steve Martin twice stepped into the role of Inspector

Clouseau.But behind the laughs, there was madness and darkness, and at the seriesheart was one of cinemamost tragic figures: Peter Sellers. A comedic genius, Sellers could be temperamental, unprofessional, and unpredictable. Add to that a heart problem Sellers feared could kill him at any moment.This book reveals many of the Pink Panthersecrets for the first time, shining a spotlight behind the scenes at the making of some of the most beloved comedies of all time, and the extraordinary personalities that brought them to life. [Publisher's Text]