Vagabond: A Memoir

Tim Curry

Oct 2025 · Hachette Audio · Narrated by Tim Curry

About this audiobook

This memoir is a celebration of Tim Curry's’s life’s work, and a testament to his profound impact on the entertainment industry as we know it today.

There are few stars in Hollywood today that can boast the kind of resume Tony award-nominated actor Tim Curry has built over the past five decades. From his breakout role as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show to his iconic depiction as the sadistic clown Pennywise in It to his critically acclaimed role as the original King Arthur in both the Broadway and West End versions of Spamalot, Curry redefined what it meant to be a “character actor,” portraying heroes and villains alike with complexity, nuance, and a genuine understanding of human darkness. 

Now, in his memoir, Curry takes readers behind-the-scenes of his rise to fame from his early beginnings as a military brat to his formative years in boarding school and university, to the moment when he hit the stage for the first time. He goes in-depth about what it was like to work on some of the most emblematic works of the 20th century, constantly switching between a camera and a live audience. He also explores the voicework that defined his later career and provided him with a chance to pivot after surviving a catastrophic stroke in 2012 that nearly took his life. 

With the upcoming 50th anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Show and the 40th anniversary of Clue, there’s never been a better time for Tim to share his story with the world. 

Ratings and reviews

What a beautiful and moving memoir! I adore Tim Curry, and it was magical to get to learn about his fascinating life, in his own words. I had no idea Curry had a stroke in 2019, and he's worked hard to recoup to the point where he could pen his autobiography - and to narrate the audio version as well. Star of stage and screen, and a talented vocalist as well, Tim Curry has had an incredible career and led an inspirational life. What a touching autobiography.

I laughed, I cried, I was glued to this book for 3 days and would've finished it faster if my schedule allowed. Wonderful read / listen filled with fascinating anecdotes from one of Hollywood's most beloved performers! what more could you ask for?!

such an influence in my life and what a great story. it's a joy to listen and I think best in the author's voice.

About the author

Tim Curry is a Tony award-noimnated actor who’s worked in the entertainment industry for close to five decades. He is best known for his iconic roles in TheRocky Horror Picture Show, Clue, It, The Pirates of Penzance, Spamalot, Hair, Home Alone 2, Muppet Treasure Island, and countless others.