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 5 - Heroes Of Magic
Heroes Of Magic explores the fascinating role of show business wizardry, from the time of magicians like Houdini, John Nevil Maskelyne and David Devant, to the mind-boggling magic of today's younger performers, who have taken their tricks on to the streets.
Further details
100 years of magic is celebrated in this two-hour extravaganza, which charts the art form from the heyday of music hall to the pioneering days of television, from contemporary street magicians to the superstars of Las Vegas. Rare vintage clips capture the mystery and enchantment, with an impressive line-up of over 30 great magicians, embracing star names of the television age, as well as those from the early days of theatre and cinema.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Sunday 24th December 2000
- Time
- 9pm
- Channel
- Channel 4
- Length
- 125 minutes