Comedy Legends - Season 2

Season 2

Episodes

The Marx Brothers
Barry Cryer looks back on the lives and careers of the family comedy act, with their succesful run on Broadway and in film spanning over 40 years

Lily Tomlin
Barry Cryer reflects on the life and career of multi-Emmy-winning comedian and actress Lily Tomlin.

Richard Pryor
Barry Cryer reflects on the life and career of American comedian Richard Pryor, who collaborated with Gene Wilder in four films including Stir Crazy and Silver Streak.

Madeline Kahn

Steve Martin

John Cleese
Barry Cryer explores the career of BAFTA-winning John Cleese, who co-wrote and starred in Fawlty Towers. His films include roles in the Harry Potter franchise and more.

Phyllis 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.

Lucille 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.

Terry Thomas
Barry Cryer reflects on the life and career of actor Terry Thomas, who starred in Tom Thumb and I'm Alright, Jack before going on to find international fame.

Sid James
Barry Cryer pays tribute to comedy actor Sid James, who rose to fame in Hancock's Half Hour and became a mainstay of the Carry On franchise.

Billy 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.

Peter 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.
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