Heroes of Comedy (1995– )

An affectionate look at the life and work of some of Britain's best-loved comedians.

Stars:

Eric Sykes, Spike Milligan, Bob Monkhouse

Cast

Series cast summary:
Eric Sykes	...	Himself (6 episodes, 1995-2002)
Spike Milligan	...	Himself (5 episodes, 1995-2002)
Bob Monkhouse	...	Himself (5 episodes, 1995-1999)
Barry Cryer	...	Himself (4 episodes, 1995-2002)
John Cleese	...	Himself (4 episodes, 1997-2002)
Denis Norden	...	Himself (4 episodes, 1997-2002)
Michael Palin	...	Himself (4 episodes, 1997-2002)
Victoria Wood	...	Herself (4 episodes, 1995-1999)
Roy Hudd	...	Himself (4 episodes, 1995-2003)
Ken Dodd	...	Himself (3 episodes, 1997-1999)
Clive James	...	Himself (3 episodes, 1995-1999)
Peter Hall	...	Himself (3 episodes, 1998-2000)
Terry Wogan	...	Himself (3 episodes, 1997-2002)
Harry Secombe	...	Himself (3 episodes, 1995-1998)
Barry Took	...	Himself (3 episodes, 1997-2000)
Alan Simpson	...	Himself (3 episodes, 1998-2002)
Russell Davies	...	Himself (3 episodes, 2000-2003)
Janet Brown	...	Herself (3 episodes, 1995-2002)
John Inman	...	Himself (3 episodes, 2000-2002)
Neil Shand	...	Himself (3 episodes, 1999-2002)
Bill Cotton	...	Himself (3 episodes, 2002)

Storyline

An affectionate look at the life and work of some of Britain's best-loved comedians.

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Plot Keywords:

three word title

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Genres:

Documentary | Comedy

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Details

Country:

UK

Language:

English

Company Credits

Production Co:

Thames Television

Technical Specs

Runtime:

60 min

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Black and White Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

User Reviews

excellent profiles

'Heroes of Comedy' was a great series because it covered a wide range and scope of comedians during its run: Sid James, Kenneth Williams, Arthur Haines, Max Wall, Max Miller, Tony Hancock, the Goons, Terry-Thomas, Frankie Howerd, and many others.

Along with the usual 'talking head' interviews there were many clips of whoever was the subject, usually well-chosen and not always the same old stuff you'd expect. It was a pleasure to watch, especially when the subject was someone who isn't seen much on TV these days.

This kind of series is what TV was made for - to celebrate the lives and careers of those who enriched the entertainment world. Heroes indeed (although I'd like to see some of the great ladies of comedy similarly honoured in the not-too-distant future!).