Where to watch Nell Carter in the UK
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Nell Carter was an American actress and singer. Carter began her career in 1970, singing in the theater, and later began work on television. She was best known for her role as Nell Harper on the sitcom Gimme a Break!, which aired from 1981 to 1987.
Nell Carter films streaming in the UK
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Nell Carter TV shows streaming in the UK
Selected TV credits featuring Nell Carter.
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- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self
- Great Performances (1971) as Self
- Touched by an Angel (1994) as Cynthia Winslow
- Spider-Man (1994) as Glory Grant (voice)
- Jake and the Fatman (1987) Cast
- People's Choice Awards (1975) as Self - Presenter
- Reba (2001) as Dr. Susan Peters
- Hangin' with Mr. Cooper (1992) as P.J. Moore
- Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child (1995) as Mary (voice)
- Ally McBeal (1997) as Harriet Pumple
- The Oscars (1953) as Self
- 227 (1985) Cast
- Amen (1986) Cast
- Brotherly Love (1995) as Nell Bascombe
- Seven Days (1998) Cast
- Gimme a Break! (1981) as Nell Harper
- The Misadventures of Sheriff Lobo (1979) as Sgt. Hildy Jones
- The Rosie O'Donnell Show (1996) as Self
- Can't Hurry Love (1995) as Mrs. Bradstock
- Hair (1979) as Ain't Got No' / 'White Boys
- The Big Show (1980) as Self
- Christmas in Washington (1982) as Self
- Night of 100 Stars II (1985) as Self
- Night of 100 Stars (1982) as Self
- Bebe's Kids (1992) as Vivian (voice)
- Back By Midnight (2005) as Waitress
- The Billy Crystal Comedy Hour (1982) Cast
- Voices That Care (1991) as Self - Choir Member
- Back Roads (1981) as Waitress
- The Grass Harp (1996) as Catherine Creek
- Fakin' Da Funk (1997) as Claire
- Broadway's Lost Treasures II (2004) as Performer (segment "Ain't Misbehavin'")
- Cindy (1978) as Olive
- The Crazysitter (1994) as The Warden
- Morton's by the Bay (1989) as Maggie
- The Proprietor (1996) as Millie Jackson
- The Misery Brothers (1995) as Courtroom Singer
- You Take the Kids (1990) as Nell Kirkland
- Modern Problems (1981) as Dorita
- We Wish You a Merry Christmas (1999) as Mrs. Claus (voice)
- Maid for Each Other (1992) as Jasmine Jones
- The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story (2000) Cast
- Sealed with a Kiss (1999) as Mrs. Wheatley
- Irving Berlin's 100th Birthday Celebration (1988) as Self
- Perfect Fit (2000) as Mrs. Gordy
- Swing (2003) as Grace
- Final Shot: The Hank Gathers Story (1992) as Lucille Gathers
- Mother Goose: A Rappin' and Rhymin' Special (1997) as Mary (voice)
- The Little Pageant That Could (2024) as Self (archive footage)
- Joan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi Abromowitz (1988) as Nell Carter
- My Favorite Broadway: The Leading Ladies (1999) as Self - Performer
- The NBC All Star Hour: Let's All Be There (1985) Cast
- A Benefit Celebration: A Tribute to Angela Lansbury (1996) as Self
- Baryshnikov on Broadway (1980) as Self
- Ain't Misbehavin' (1982) as Performer
- The Best of Broadway (1985) as Herself
- The Jaleel White Special (1992) Cast
- Christmas in Washington (1984) Cast
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Nell Carter's films and TV shows are available across UK streaming services. Click any title in the filmography below to see exactly which UK service has it — Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV+, BBC iPlayer, ITVX, NOW, Sky, MUBI and more — updated daily.
What are Nell Carter's most popular films?
Most-watched Nell Carter films currently: Hair (1979), Night of 100 Stars II (1985), Night of 100 Stars (1982), Bebe's Kids (1992), Back By Midnight (2005).
What TV shows has Nell Carter appeared in?
Selected TV credits: The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962), Great Performances (1971), Touched by an Angel (1994), Spider-Man (1994), Jake and the Fatman (1987).
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