Barry Cryer pays tribute to the heroes of comedy who he has worked with over his many years in the business, starting with Tommy Cooper.
Barry Cryer looks back on the life and career of Frankie Howerd, one of Britain's post-war comedy greats who starred in Up Pompeii and a host of Carry On films.
Barry Cryer looks back on the life and career of Joan Rivers, whose cutting wit and sarcasm left an indelible mark on the comedy world.
Barry Cryer looks back on the career of Ronnie Barker. From Porridge and Open All Hours to the Two Ronnies, Barker was one of British TV's best-loved entertainers.
Barry Cryer reflects on the life and career of British-born American entertainer Bob Hope, whose remarkable comedy and acting career spanned nearly 80 years.
Barry Cryer explores the career of Jack Benny, the influential comedian who was one of the most celebrated American entertainers of the 20th century.
Barry Cryer examines the life and work of George Burns, the New York comedian best known for his long-running radio and television show with wife Gracie Allen.
Barry Cryer pays tribute to Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, one of British TV's best-loved comedy duos, whose Christmas Day shows became a national institution.
Barry Cryer reviews the timeless vaudeville family, the Marx Brothers.
Barry Cryer reflects on the life and career of multi-Emmy-winning comedian and actress Lily Tomlin.
Barry Cryer reflects on the life and career of American comedian Richard Pryor, who collaborated with Gene Wilder in four films including Stir Crazy and Silver Streak.
Barry Cryer reflects on the life and career of American comedian and actress Madeline Kahn, who was nominated for Academy Awards for her roles in Paper Moon and Blazing Saddles.
Barry Cryer reflects on the life and career of American actor comedian Steve Martin, who starred in films including The Jerk, The Man with Two Brains and Roxanne.
Barry Cryer reflects on the life and career of writer and actor John Cleese, who shot to fame as a member of Monty Python and co-wrote and starred in classic sitcom Fawlty Towers.
She was one of the first female comics to become a household name in America, paving the way for the likes of Joan Rivers and Roseanne Barr. Barry Cryer explores her life.
Barry Cryer fondly looks back at the life and career of the comedy superstar who created the highly influential I Love Lucy among many other popular sitcoms.
Barry Cryer reflects on the life and career of actor Terry Thomas, who starred in Tom Thumb and I'm Alright, Jack before going on to find international fame.
Barry Cryer pays tribute to comedy actor Sid James, who rose to fame in Hancock's Half Hour and became a mainstay of the Carry On franchise.
From his days as a welder in the Glaswegian shipyard, Billy Connolly was also a banjo player in the folk music band The Humblebums and found the jokes he told between songs went down well, and eventually formed his entire act. Becoming a fulltime comedian, he rose to fame across the UK through his appearances on Michael Parkinson's chat show in the seventies. Before long, he broke the USA, with numerous world tours and appearances in blockbuster films like Disney Pixar's Brave and The Hobbit: Battle of the Five Armies. In 2013 Connolly disclosed he was being treated for initial symptoms or Parkinson's disease, and earlier this year confirmed further that the advance of his symptoms may force his retirement. But as far as legacies, go, there are few comedians who can rival Billy's.
Barry Cryer pays tribute to actor Peter Sellers, who shot to fame in The Goons and starred in the Pink Panther franchise and was Oscar-nominated for Dr Strangelove and Being There.
Barry Cryer takes a look at the life and career of the one and only Charlie Chaplin. Coming from a background of poverty, Chaplin would rise to stardom during the silent era through his beloved character of "The Tramp" - a role so iconic that it is still immediately recognisable over one hundred years after he first appeared and some fifty years after Chaplin's death.
Barry Cryer pays tribute to the decorated comic actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus. Having won more Emmys and Screen Actors Guild Awards than any other performer, she is perhaps best known for her roles in the long-running comedy series Seinfeld and Veep.
Norman Wisdom is best known for a series of comedy films produced between 1953 and 1966, where he played a hapless character by the name of Norman Pitkin. However, he enjoyed a wonderfully diverse life. He enjoyed a career on Broadway, was given the freedom of the City of London, and was described by Charlie Chaplin as his "favourite clown". This is the story behind the man.
Barry Cryer pays tribute to the Carry On star, whose shining career and personal life left a huge impact on the world.
From Saturday Night Live to his roles in Foul Play and National Lampoon's Vacation, Barry Cryer looks back on the iconic career moments of Chevy Chase.
Barry Cryer looks back at the successful career of the comic, whose appearances in comedy films such as Cool Runnings, Home Alone and Uncle Buck made him a household name.
Barry Cryer celebrates the Emmy-winning star known for his best-selling comedy album The Button-Down Mind of Bob Newhart, and his acting and voice work in film and TV.
Barry Cryer presents a look back at the career of Eric Sykes, which spanned more than five decades and earned him many awards
His performances in the West End, as well as in classic films like Scrooge - earned him widespread fame. Barry Cryer looks back on the fruitful career of Alastair Sim.
Barry Cryer celebrates the career of the Carry On, Doctor in the House and The Navy Lark star.
Barry Cryer pays tribute to more of his favourite comediansl, beginning by looking back on the career of Eddie Murphy, from his early days on Saturday Night Live to Hollywood superstardom in Trading Places and the Beverly Hills Cop franchise.
Barry Cryer pays tribute to comedy actress Hattie Jacques, known widely for her work in the Carry On films.
Barry Cryer pays tribute to comedian and actor Billy Crystal, whose films include When Harry Met Sally, Throw Momma from the Train and City Slickers.
Barry Cryer pays tribute to the singer, comedian and actress, whose roles include The Belles of St Trinian's, The Magic Box and The Happiest Days of Your Life.
Barry Cryer reflects on the career of Goldie Hawn who rose to fame on Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In before going on to star in Cactus Flower and win an Oscar for her role.
Barry Cryer pays tribute to much-loved double act Laurel and Hardy, whose slapstick comedy style brought them international fame.
Barry Cryer pays tribute to Canadian actor and writer Dan Aykroyd, who gained fame on Saturday Night Live before going on to star in The Blues Brothers and Ghostbusters.
Barry Cryer pays tribute to Will Ferrell, from his fruitful beginnings on Saturday Night Live to his starring roles in Anchorman, Elf and Holmes & Watson
Barry Cryer pays tribute to actress, comedian and writer Tina Fey, who found fame on Saturday Night Live and created 30 Rock and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
From Toy Story to Home Improvement, Barry Cryer takes a look at the versatile portfolio of Tim Allen for the last episode in the series
