Heroes Of Comedy (1995)
- TV documentary
- Channel 4
- 1995 - 2003
- 33 episodes (6 series)
Long-running documentary series looking at some of the greatest and most famous names in British comedy.
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Series 3, Episode 4 - Tony Hancock
Admirers and former colleagues of English comedian Tony Hancock talk about his versatility as a performer and the personal conflicts that contributed to his on-stage personality.
Further details
Tony Hancock was one of the most popular comedians ever. This programme explores his versatility as a performer as well as unveiling the unknown Hancock and the conflicts within, which contributed to both his comic persona and his suicide.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Monday 2nd February 1998
- Time
- 9pm
- Channel
- Channel 4
- Length
- 60 minutes