Ian Cognito: A Life and A Death On Stage

Name: Ian Cognito: A Life and A Death On Stage
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2022-07-21
Duration: 4380 min
Rating: 6.3

6.3 2022 1h 13m United Kingdom

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Rising to fame amid the 1980s alternative comedy boom, Ian Cognito was one of the UK's most popular comedians. His performances left audiences in hysterics - but behind the laughter was a troubled and often controversial figure. This is the story of the comedy scene that nurtured a comedic genius, and the real life of a man famed for his outlandish sense of humour.

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Nothing is off limits Rising to fame amid the 1980s alternative comedy boom, Ian Cognito was one of the UK's most popular comedians. His performances left audiences in hysterics - but behind the laughter was a troubled and often controversial figure. This is the story of the comedy scene that nurtured a comedic genius, and the real life of a man famed for his outlandish sense of humour.

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Directors

Joe Bor, Danny Ward

Cast

Ian Cognito, James Acaster, Ollie Barbieri , Will Barbieri, Karen Bayley, Mitch Benn, Andrew Bird, Geoff Boyz, Jo Brand, Ivor Dembina, Mick Ferry, Alan Francis, Dominic Frisby, Pat Gallagher, John Gordillo

Languages

English

Countries

United Kingdom