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Comedy Legends

2018PGdocumentary

Barry Cryer pays tribute to comedy legends such as Tommy Cooper, Ronnie Barker, and Joan Rivers, sharing memorable moments from his career with them.

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Barry Cryer pays tribute to comedy legends such as Tommy Cooper, Ronnie Barker, and Joan Rivers, sharing memorable moments from his career with them.

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Barry Cryer pays tribute to the heroes of comedy he has worked with over his many years in the business. Each episode celebrates one artist and include highlights from their comedy careers. Stars include Tommy Cooper, Ronnie Barker, Joan Rivers, Bob Hope, Frankie Howerd and Morecambe & Wise and Barry recalls some of his funniest moments working with each of them.

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