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Episode list

Comedy Legends
The Marx Brothers
Tue, Oct 15, 2019
  • S2.E1
  • The 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.
5.2 /10
Terry-Thomas
Tue, Dec 10, 2019
  • S2.E9
  • Terry-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.
0 /10
Sid James
Tue, Dec 17, 2019
  • S2.E10
  • Sid James
Join Barry Cryer as he fondly remembers the best moments of the Carry On and Bless This House star's life and career.
0 /10
The Marx Brothers

S2.E1 ∙ The Marx Brothers

Tue, Oct 15, 2019
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.
5.2 /10
Lily Tomlin

S2.E2 ∙ Lily Tomlin

Tue, Oct 22, 2019
Barry Cryer reflects on the life and career of multi-Emmy Award-winning comedian and actress Lily Tomlin.
0 /10
Richard Pryor

S2.E3 ∙ Richard Pryor

Tue, Oct 29, 2019
Barry Cryer reflects on the life of the Emmy Award-winning comedian who starred in Silver Streak and frequently collaborated with Gene Wilder.
0 /10
Madeline Kahn

S2.E4 ∙ Madeline Kahn

Tue, Nov 05, 2019
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.
0 /10
Steve Martin

S2.E5 ∙ Steve Martin

Tue, Nov 12, 2019
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.
0 /10
John Cleese

S2.E6 ∙ John Cleese

Tue, Nov 19, 2019
Barry Cryer explores the career of BAFTA-winning John Cleese, who co-wrote and starred in Fawlty Towers. His film include roles in the Harry Potter franchise and more.
0 /10
Phyllis Diller

S2.E7 ∙ Phyllis Diller

Tue, Nov 26, 2019
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.
0 /10
Lucille Ball

S2.E8 ∙ Lucille Ball

Tue, Dec 03, 2019
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.
0 /10
Terry-Thomas

S2.E9 ∙ Terry-Thomas

Tue, Dec 10, 2019
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.
0 /10
Sid James

S2.E10 ∙ Sid James

Tue, Dec 17, 2019
Join Barry Cryer as he fondly remembers the best moments of the Carry On and Bless This House star's life and career.
0 /10
Billy Connolly

S2.E11 ∙ Billy Connolly

Tue, Dec 31, 2019
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.
0 /10
Peter Sellers

S2.E12 ∙ Peter Sellers

Tue, Jan 07, 2020
Barry Cryer explores the life and career of the BAFTA-winning star of The Pink Panther. He's also appeared in I'm Alright Jack and the Academy Award-nominated Dr Strangelove.
0 /10
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