the Monkees: Quick Facts

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Notable Works	“Headquarters”
Related People	Davy Jones

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“Hey, hey, we're the Monkees!”

Bob Rafelson gestures while directing The Monkees-Davy Jones, Michael Nesmith, Micky Dolenz, and Peter Tork-who stand together outside a building during filming of Head.

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