A closer look at the lasting mark left by Michael Caine—a timeline of influence.
Sir Michael Caine is a highly acclaimed English actor, recognized for his distinctive Cockney accent and extensive career spanning eight decades with over 160 films. A British cultural icon, Caine has garnered numerous accolades, including two Academy Awards, a BAFTA Award, three Golden Globe Awards, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. His films have grossed over $7.8 billion worldwide. He holds the distinction of being one of only five male actors nominated for an Academy Award across five decades. Caine received a BAFTA Fellowship in 2000 and was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II.
On October 28, 1972, Peter Sellers initiated the catchphrase "Not a lot of people know that" on BBC1's Parkinson show, parodying Michael Caine's habit of sharing obscure facts.
In 2002, Michael Caine's line from The Italian Job, "You're only supposed to blow the bloody doors off!" was voted the second-funniest line in film.
In 2003, Michael Caine's line from The Italian Job was voted favorite one-liner in a poll of film fans.
In a 2007 interview with Michael Parkinson, Michael Caine commented on the impersonations of his voice.
In 2010, the television series The Trip featured Rob Brydon and Steve Coogan doing Michael Caine impressions, repeating lines from The Italian Job and Get Carter, before being interrupted by Caine himself.
In a 2010 interview with The Telegraph, Michael Caine discussed impersonations of him and how frequently people quote his lines, even quoting them quoting him.
In 2015, The Times called Michael Caine "the epitome of Sixties cool" in his first outing as secret agent Harry Palmer.
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