Whether it is her sunny temperament, her gift of laughter, her wide-ranging abilities, or all three, Dame Judi Dench is without doubt a star. Equally at home on stage, film or TV, her career spans five decades and has earned her a host of awards, including an Oscar for her performance in Shakespeare in Love. From Z Cars to James Bond, from the National Theatre to sit-com, this much-loved actress continues to delight and surprise audiences across the world. John Miller's biography brings Judi's life story right up to date and reveals the person behind her many roles.