Comedy Legends

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  • Sky Arts
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  • Comedy Documentary

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Tommy Cooper
Episode overview
Barry Cryer pays tribute to the heroes of comedy who he has worked with over his many years in the business, starting with Tommy Cooper.
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Frankie Howerd
Episode overview
Barry Cryer looks back on the life and career of Frankie Howerd, one of Britain's post-war comedy greats who starred in Up Pompeii and a host of Carry On films.
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Joan Rivers
Episode overview
Barry Cryer looks back on the life and career of Joan Rivers, whose cutting wit and sarcasm left an indelible mark on the comedy world.
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Ronnie Barker
Episode overview
Barry Cryer looks back on the career of Ronnie Barker. From Porridge and Open All Hours to the Two Ronnies, Barker was one of British TV's best-loved entertainers.
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Bob Hope
Episode overview
Barry Cryer reflects on the life and career of British-born American entertainer Bob Hope, whose remarkable comedy and acting career spanned nearly 80 years.
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Jack Benny
Episode overview
Barry Cryer explores the career of Jack Benny, the influential comedian who was one of the most celebrated American entertainers of the 20th century.
1x7
George Burns
Episode overview
Barry Cryer examines the life and work of George Burns, the New York comedian best known for his long-running radio and television show with wife Gracie Allen.
1x8
Morecambe & Wise
Episode overview
Barry Cryer pays tribute to Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, one of British TV's best-loved comedy duos, whose Christmas Day shows became a national institution.

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