Murray Cook

Acting

Murray Cook

Born 1960-06-30 · Cowra, New South Wales, Australia

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Murray James Cook AM (born 30 June 1960 in Cowra, New South Wales) is an Australian vocalist, songwriter and guitarist. He is best known as one of the founding members of the children's band The Wiggles. Cook is also a regular guest on the Australian TV show Spicks and Specks, with his good friend, host Adam Hills. As a member of the Wiggles, Cook wears a red shirt and serves as an instrumentalist and vocalist. He is considered the intellectual and analytical member of the group (something referred to in several episodes of their TV show), so he acts as mediator for their group decisions. When The Wiggles received honorary degrees from the Australian Catholic University, Cook gave the commencement speech to the graduates. Cook played the guitar in the late '80s bands Transistor and Finger Guns before joining the Sydney-based band Bang Shang a Lang. (He continued to play for this band in Sydney, when not on tour with The Wiggles.) When things did not work out in the music field for him, he returned to college and studied early childhood education at Macquarie University, where he met Anthony Field and Greg Page and formed The Wiggles in 1991. Cook's schtick in The Wiggles is an obsession with playing the guitar. He was conscious that he was probably the first guitarist children would see, and said, "I always think that if it inspires kids to play guitar later on that would be great. I think it would be really nice if in 15 years I read that somebody got into guitar playing because of the Wiggles. I know that would be fantastic." When asked what his favorite Wiggles song was, he stated, "'Play your guitar with Murray,' of course. When we play that song live I get to play like a rock 'n roll star." Cook's major musical influences are The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, and Eric Clapton. In 2008, Cook was named "the sixth best guitarist in Australia". Cook owns a collection of thirty vintage guitars. Onstage, he uses the Australian made Maton Mastersound 500 guitar. He also plays a '53 Gibson Les Paul gold top, '64 Fender Strat, James Burton Fender Telecaster, Maton Mastersound 500 and a more recent Les Paul at home or in the studio. The amplifiers he uses are the Marshall Head and Box Combo, the Fender Twin and a Bad Cat, which he bought while in the U.S. and said had a "great sound." Cook, whose nickname is "Muzz", or "Muzza", came up with The Wiggles' signature index finger-wagging move after watching professional bowlers do the move on television. Cook was made a Member of the Order of Australia on 26 January 2010 for service to the arts, particularly children's entertainment, and to the community as a benefactor and supporter of a range of charities. Description above from the Wikipedia article Murray Cook,licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Acting credits

The Wiggles: Big Red Car poster
5.2

The Wiggles, everyone's favorite Australian musical comedy group, is invited to a party at Dorothy the Dinosaur's house. Join in as the Wiggles sing songs and dance and learn a few moves in the process, ... Full Descriptionincluding info for your kids on Irish clog-dancing, counting skills, and much more

The Wiggles: Big Red Car

1995

Hot Potato: The Story of The Wiggles poster
8.1

Hot Potato is a backstage pass to the global phenomenon, The Wiggles. The documentary chronicles the story of three preschool teachers, Anthony, Murray and Greg, and their friend Jeff, as they triumph over the odds to become one of the most successful children’s acts of all time.

Hot Potato: The Story of The Wiggles

2023

Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade poster
10.0

Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade is a live television special.

Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade

2002

Da Kath & Kim Code poster
6.9

The squabbling mother and daughter, Kath and Kim, embark on an excursion into the unexplored crannies of life at Lagoon Court, Fountain Lakes.

Da Kath & Kim Code

2005

The Wiggles: Top of the Tots poster
7.7

It's show time with The Wiggles! The chart-topping Aussies star in Top of the Tots, singing and dancing on the bandstand in the hottest variety show in town! And they've invited Captain Feathersword, Henry the Octopus, Wags the Dog and Dorothy the Dinosaur to wiggle along as they meet a fireman, a dentist, an airline pilot and more! Brand-new show stopping music, endless energy and lots of enthusiastic wiggling - now, that's entertainment!

The Wiggles: Top of the Tots

2004

The Wiggles Movie poster
6.0

As the Wiggles prepare a surprise party for their friend Dorothy the Dinosaur, she goes after a magician who has stolen Greg's magic wand.

The Wiggles Movie

1997

The Wiggles Take on the World poster
10.0

As it follows The Wiggles' journey onto the world stage and through negotiations for broadcast, video, music, merchandising and formatting rights, it affords a fascinating insight into the making of a global phenomenon.

The Wiggles Take on the World

2006

Everybody Clap! Everybody Sing! poster
NR

In the world of entertainment, there are few acts that are the first of their kind, which others are measured by, and who have successfully entertained their audience for over two decades. So join us, as we celebrate with the millions of people around the world who enjoy The Wiggles' songs and stories.

Everybody Clap! Everybody Sing!

2011

The Wiggles - Wiggledancing Live in Concert poster
5.2

Join the Wiggles live on stage at one of their best Wigglerific concerts ever - filmed in Sydney! Grab your front row tickets to see Anthony, Murray, Jeff, and new Wiggle Sam - in his first DVD appearance - perform all the Wiggles greatest hits!

The Wiggles - Wiggledancing Live in Concert

2007

Steve Irwin: He Changed Our World poster
6.5

Australia says goodbye to The Crocodile Hunter

Steve Irwin: He Changed Our World

2006

The Wiggles: Go Bananas poster
6.0

The wiggles are up to their old tricks.

The Wiggles: Go Bananas

2009

The Wiggles: Wiggly TV poster
5.2

Play time is a lot more fun when you wiggle. Just ask Greg, Murray, Anthony and Jeff…otherwise known as The Wiggles®. Watch as this band from "down under" turns play time into a giggly, wiggly, musical celebration in this compilation of three episodes from the "Wiggles Television" series in Australia. Dorothy The Dinosaur will be there. So will Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus and Captain Feathersword. So get ready to put your hands together and sing alone while The Wiggles keep you moving and grooving all day long. You’ll learn about the importance of family and friends as you make some new friends of your own! Play time has always been a time for giggles, and now it’s the perfect time for The Wiggles.

The Wiggles: Wiggly TV

2005

The Wiggles : Surfer Jeff poster
5.2

Surfer Jeff sees the return of The Wiggles original singer, Greg Page! Join The Wiggles on their most exciting adventure ever! Jeff meets Gino the Genie who grants him three wishes, so Jeff decides to visit exotic locations such as Abu Dhabi, London, Rome, Paris and Sydneys Royal Botanic Garden! With songs from around the world, children will be captivated by the magic of The wiggles in their 21st year with Surfer Jeff.

The Wiggles : Surfer Jeff

2012

The Wiggles: Racing to the Rainbow poster
4.8

The Wiggles and their friends decide to race to the end of a rainbow that they see after a storm. The Wiggles travel via the Big Red Car and the Big Red Boat. Dorothy, Wags and Henry race in a hot air balloon, and the Captain and his crew race in the S.S. Feathersword. Along the way, The Wiggles get to fulfil their wishes: Anthony gets to play American football with the New England Patriots, Greg gets to paint his masterpiece with the artist Claire from Paris, Murray plays with a rock band, and Jeff conducts a string trio. They also meet new friends such as Magdalena the Mermaid, the King of the Road and the Queen of the Rainbow. Wishes are fulfilled, the race wraps up, and the group makes it to the end of the rainbow all in time for Anthony to have dinner..

The Wiggles: Racing to the Rainbow

2006

The Wiggles: Here Comes The Big Red Car poster
5.2

Let's all go for a ride in the Big Red Car! Join The Wiggles on the freeway of fun as Captain Feathersword shows us how to Nicky Nacky Nocky Noo, Dorothy the Dinosaur invites us to her Dance Party and Wags the Dog and Henry the Octopus get their waist benders and toe tappers wiggling! For the first time ever on DVD, this re-recording of Big Red Car includes the catchy songs I Want To Wear The Jacket and Sorry Again, as well as the all new animated I'm A Cow.

The Wiggles: Here Comes The Big Red Car

2006

The Wiggles: The Wiggly Big Show poster
5.0

Open the door to The Wiggly Big Show! It's a brand-new concert filmed especially for you to take home and enjoy. See your friends The Wiggles dressed as pirates and in their shaking clothes as they sing and dance through your favourite songs. Listen to Officer Beaples blow her whistle to start dancing. Then dance with Dorothy the Dinosaur, the world's grooviest dinosaur! Laugh with Captain Feathersword and see what happens when he pushes his magic buttons. Wow! Tap dance with Wags the Dog and his puppy friends, The Wagettes, and move your arms around and around with Henry the Octopus. It's The Wiggly Big Show!

The Wiggles: The Wiggly Big Show

1999

The Wiggles: Wiggle Treats poster
NR

In Their 20th birthday year, join the Wiggles and celebrate with this tasty collection of some never before seen Wiggles songs and stories, as well as many of your favourites!

The Wiggles: Wiggle Treats

2011

The Wiggles - Big, Big Show! poster
5.2

Get ready for the wiggliest show on earth! Be dazzled by Dorothy dancing en Pointe! Watch amazing Anthony do the splits! Marvel at Murray's musical masterpiece! Swoon to Sam's singing spectacular and enjoy Jeff jumping before your eyes. See The Wiggles singing some of their best-loved tunes - filmed live at the Sydney Entertainment Center December of 2008.

The Wiggles - Big, Big Show!

2009

The Wiggles: Wiggle Time! poster
6.8

Kids just love to wiggle—that’s for sure! The Wiggles have won their way into the hearts of kids and parents alike. Now you can see The Wiggles any time you want in this fantastic re-recording of Wiggle Time! There are fifteen great songs on this video, including all your favourites, plus some brilliant live recordings from the Wiggles Big Show. Have fun with The Wiggles singing, dancing, and playing along with their friends Henry the Octopus, Wags the Dog, Captain Feathersword, and, of course, Dorothy the Dinosaur. It’s Wiggle Time for everybody!

The Wiggles: Wiggle Time!

1998

The Wiggles: Live: Hot Potatoes! poster
4.5

Featuring 20 Show Stopping Songs... -Toot Toot. Chugga Chugga. Beig Red Car -Rock a Bye Your Bear -Lights. Camera. Action. Wiggles! -Hoop-Dee-Doo -The Monkey Dance -D.O.R.O.T.H.Y (My Favourite Dinosaur) -Rolling Down The Sandhills/Running Up The Sandhills -Can You (Point Your Fingers And Do The Twist?) -Where's Jeff -Fruit Salad -Captain Feathersword Fell Asleep On His Pirate Ship (Quack Quack) -...and many more! Not forgetting of course. Hot Potato!

The Wiggles: Live: Hot Potatoes!

2005

The Wiggles: Splish Splash Big Red Boat poster
6.2

Take a ride with The Wiggles on the Big Red Boat in this awesome ocean adventure.

The Wiggles: Splish Splash Big Red Boat

2006

The Wiggles: Wiggledance! poster
10.0

Now you can have your very own Wiggles concert at home! Murray, Greg, Jeff, and Anthony join with their friends Dorothy the Dinosaur, Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus and Captain Feathersword in the fun packed show that has made The Wiggles Australia's most successful children's entertainers.

The Wiggles: Wiggledance!

1997

The Wiggles: Yummy Yummy poster
5.6

Get ready for a deliciously good time with The Wiggles! They’ve re-recorded all your favourite songs and added some new treats for you to enjoy, with brighter colours, brighter sounds, and a whole lot of fun. Captain Feathersword, Henry the Octopus, Wags the Dog, and of course, Dorothy the Dinosaur join The Wiggles in this fresh new recording of Yummy Yummy. A video treat packed with goodness!

The Wiggles: Yummy Yummy

1998

The Wiggles: Big Red Car poster
NR

Big Red Car will have you rocking along in your very own lounge room. There are fifteen tracks on this video starring The Wiggles and your friends, Dorothy the Dinosaur, Henry the Octopus, Captain Feathersword and introducing Wags the Dog.

The Wiggles: Big Red Car

1995

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