Rod Harrington

Birth : 1957-12-30, Essex, England, UK

History

Rod Harrington (born 30 December 1957) is an English former professional darts player. He used the nickname "The Prince of Style" for his matches, often wearing a suit and waistcoat for his games. Harrington enjoyed some major success during his professional career including the prestigious Winmau World Masters in 1991 and two successive World Matchplays in 1998 and 1999. At the PDC Awards Dinner held in January 2019, Harrington was inducted into the PDC Hall of Fame. Harrington became a director of the PDC and now also regularly acts in the capacity of a commentator and analyst on Sky Sports' live darts coverage. At one time, he was also the manager of former PDC world number one Colin Lloyd. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Movies

House of Flying Arrows

Self - World Darts Runner Up 1995 / Director of PDC

The popular rise of darts is charted in this pin-sharp documentary that follows the trajectory of arrows from local pub to beer-soaked arena. Featuring archive footage, behind-the-scenes access and interviews with current darting personalities such as Michael van Gerwen, Gary Anderson and Raymond van Barneveld, the film traces the sport's evolution from humble beginnings through to the glamorous heyday of the 1980s and on into the lucrative professional era.

Michael Van Gerwen - The Best Darts Player in The World

Self - Former World Number 1 & Commentator

A documentary about the Number 1 of Darts, Michael van Gerwen.

A Little Bit of Fry and Waddell

Self - Sky Sports Commentator

Stephen Fry pays tribute to legendary darts commentator Sid Waddell. He discusses the time they spent together in the commentary box and also talks to Phil Taylor and Sid's son Dan.

Special Report – The Voice of Darts

Self - World Championship Runner-Up 1995

Generations of sports fans loved listening to the lyricism and wit of the legendary Sid Waddell and on Christmas Day, Sky Sports News HD looked back at his extraordinary life in Special Report – The Voice of Darts.

The World Of Phil Taylor

Self

Ahead of the World Darts Championship, we speak to defending champion Phil Taylor and take a close look at the 15-time winner's career.

Sid Waddell's Wacky World of Darts

Self (archive footage)

Over the 21 years Sid Waddell has been commentating on this terrific sport, he has seen all the greatest matches, met the most amazing characters, and witnessed some unbelievable scenes. This movie is his ultimate collection of these hugely enjoyable moments, and makes for great family entertaiment.

Phil Taylor: The Power and the Glory

Self (archive footage)

A profile of 16-time world champion Phil Taylor, who is the most successful darts player of all time.