Ian Cognito: A Life and A Death On Stage

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.

Directed by Joe Bor, Danny Ward

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Ian Cognito

Self (archive)

James Acaster

Self

Ollie Barbieri

Self

Will Barbieri

Self

Karen Bayley

Self

Mitch Benn

Self

Andrew Bird

Self

Geoff Boyz

Self

Jo Brand

Self

Ivor Dembina

Self

Mick Ferry

Self

Alan Francis

Self

Dominic Frisby

Self

Pat Gallagher

Self

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