Michael Caine

One of our best-loved actors, Sir Michael Caine has starred in some of the best and most-loved films ever made - from the classic British movies Alfie, Zulu and The Italian Job to the Hollywood blockbusting Dark Knight trilogy, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Hannah and Her Sisters and Cider House Rules.

He knows what success takes: he's made it to the top of his profession from the toughest beginning. But as he says, 'Small parts can lead to big things. And if you keep doing things right, the stars will align when you least expect it.' Now he shares everything he's learned.

With brilliant new insight into his life and work and with his wonderful gift for story, this is Caine at his wise and entertaining best.

Sir Michael Caine, with warmth, honesty, and humour describes every aspect of his life from his humble South London beginnings to performing alongside the greatest Hollywood actors of the day. Here are many entertaining stories from his life and career, shedding light on the real Hollywood and the years he struggled to get there.