Released:
2022-07-21

Overview:
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.

Directors:
Joe Bor, Danny Ward

Runtime:
1h 13min

Genre:
Documentary

• Cast:
• 
  Ian Cognito
  as
  Self (archive)
• 
  James Acaster
  as
  Self
• 
  Ollie Barbieri
  as
  Self
• 
  Will Barbieri
  as
  Self
• 
  Karen Bayley
  as
  Self