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Heroes Of Comedy

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 6, Episode 1 - The Living Legends: Mike Yarwood

Mike Yarwood was British TV's first great impressionist, and a master of imitating politicians with satirical wit, but without malice.

Further details

In this special tribute, Mike Yarwood discusses his career highs and lows and his battle with alcoholism, while some of the famous names he impersonated line up to pay tribute. Includes interviews with Yarwood's two daughters, Charlotte Prince and Clare Yarwood.

Broadcast details

Date
Saturday 16th February 2002
Time
9pm
Channel
Channel 4
Length
60 minutes

Repeats

Show past repeats

Date Time Channel
Saturday 8th January 2011 9:00am Gold
Saturday 7th May 2011 12:25am More4
Saturday 21st May 2011 8:55am Gold
Saturday 3rd September 2011 12:40am More4
Saturday 3rd September 2011 3:30am More4

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