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Tim Curry Reflects on 50 Years of 'Rocky Horror'

9/10/2025

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Tim Curry, 79, discussed his iconic role as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in a CBS Sunday Morning interview.
“The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” initially a flop in 1975, became a cult classic through midnight screenings.
Curry expressed surprise at the film's enduring 50-year theatrical run.
He highlighted the film's message of authenticity and self-expression.
After a stroke, Curry returned to acting in the 2024 film “Stream” and continues voice work.

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Story summary

Tim Curry, 79, discussed his iconic role as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in a CBS Sunday Morning interview.
“The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” initially a flop in 1975, became a cult classic through midnight screenings.
Curry expressed surprise at the film's enduring 50-year theatrical run.
He highlighted the film's message of authenticity and self-expression.
After a stroke, Curry returned to acting in the 2024 film “Stream” and continues voice work.