Comedy Legends

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Barry Cryer pays tribute to the heroes of comedy who he has worked with over his many years in the business. He will celebrate the lives and careers of one artist with highlights from their comedy careers including Tommy Cooper and Bob Hope.

The Marx Brothers: Episode Image
Episode 1The Marx Brothers

Barry Cryer looks back on the lives and careers of the family comedy act, with their successful run on Broadway and in film spanning over 40 years. (S2, ep 1)

Lily Tomlin: Episode Image
Episode 2Lily Tomlin

Barry Cryer reflects on the life and career of multi-Emmy Award-winning comedian and actress Lily Tomlin. (S2, ep 2)

Madeline Kahn: Episode Image
Episode 4Madeline Kahn

Barry Cryer looks back on the life and career of the Academy Award-nominee comedian and actress who starred in Paper Moon and Blazing Saddles. (S2, ep 4)

Steve Martin: Episode Image
Episode 5Steve Martin

Join Barry Cryer as he looks back on the life and career of award-winning actor, musician and comedian Steve Martin, star of Father of the Bride and Little Shop of Horrors. (S2, ep 5)

Phyllis Diller: Episode Image
Episode 7Phyllis Diller

She was one of the first female comics to become a household name in America, paving the way for the likes of Joan Rivers and Roseanne Barr. Barry Cryer explores her life. (S2, ep 7)

Lucille Ball: Episode Image
Episode 8Lucille Ball

Barry Cryer fondly looks back at the life and career of the comedy superstar who created the highly influential I Love Lucy among many other popular sitcoms. (S2, ep 8)

Terry Thomas: Episode Image
Episode 9Terry Thomas

Barry Cryer looks back at the life of British comedy star Terry Thomas, who starred in Tom Thumb and I'm Alright, Jack before going on to find international fame. (S2, ep 9)

Sid James: Episode Image
Episode 10Sid James

Join Barry Cryer as he fondly remembers the best moments of the Carry On and Bless This House star's life and career. (S2, ep 10)

Peter Sellers: Episode Image
Episode 11Peter Sellers

Barry Cryer explores the life and career of the BAFTA-winning star of The Pink Panther. He's also appeared in I'm All Right Jack and the Academy Award-nominated Dr Strangelove.

Billy Connolly: Episode Image
Episode 12Billy Connolly

Barry Cryer explores the life and career of the BAFTA-nominated stand-up star, who has also appeared in films such as Mrs Brown, The Last Samurai and Indecent Proposal. (S2, ep 11)

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