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What is The Curse of Comedy about?

Experience the real histories of the comedy greats profiled in this series on BBC Four. Dramatized by notable actors, these episodes show a more serious side to comedians.

Genre: Drama

Extras

Episode 1: Kenneth Williams: Fantabulosa!

Season 1 of The Curse of Comedy

Episode 1: The Curse of Steptoe

Episode 2: Hancock and Joan

Episode 3: Hughie Green, Most Sincerely

Episode 4: Frankie Howerd: Rather You Than Me

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