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Paul Heaton at the BBC

Paul Heaton at the BBC

Aug 08, 2026 · 1h 28m

Director

Karn Christensen

Overview

One of Britain’s most prolific and successful singer-songwriters of the past four decades, Paul Heaton started his career as frontman of The Housemartins before forming The Beautiful South, the band of whom it was famously once claimed that one in seven UK households owns an album. Whether that's true or not, what is a fact is that Paul has demonstrated over the years a unique ability to write songs and lyrics that have fans weeping one moment and smiling the next. This collection of performances and best BBC moments celebrates Paul’s impressive career - the bands, the collaborations and the solo work - and features the man himself explaining the context and backstories behind some of his best-loved hits.

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About Paul Heaton at the BBC

What is Paul Heaton at the BBC about?

One of Britain’s most prolific and successful singer-songwriters of the past four decades, Paul Heaton started his career as frontman of The Housemartins before forming The Beautiful South, the band of whom it was famously once claimed that one in seven UK households owns an album. Whether that's true or not, what is a fact is that Paul has demonstrated over the years a unique ability to write…

When was Paul Heaton at the BBC released?

Paul Heaton at the BBC was released on August 8, 2026.

How long is Paul Heaton at the BBC?

Paul Heaton at the BBC runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

Who directed Paul Heaton at the BBC?

Paul Heaton at the BBC was directed by Karn Christensen.

Who is in the cast of Paul Heaton at the BBC?

The cast of Paul Heaton at the BBC includes Paul Heaton (Himself - Interviewed Guest), Fatboy Slim (Himself), Jacqui Abbott (Herself), Dave Hemingway (Himself) and Dave Rotheray (Himself).

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