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The Essay British Film Comedians Episodes

  1. Today 09:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra

    Will Hay

    A look at the career of Will Hay, best-known for his anti-authoritarian roles.

  2. Tomorrow 09:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra

    Alastair Sim

    2/5 A look at the varied roles of actor Alastair Sim.

  3. Wednesday 09:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra

    Terry-Thomas

    3/5 Simon Heffer considers the film career of comic actor Terry-Thomas.

  4. Thursday 09:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra

    Tony Hancock

    4/5 Simon Heffer's celebration of much-loved British film comic actors, turns to Tony Hancock.

  5. Friday 09:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra

    Sid James

    5/5 Famed for his laugh. A look at the roles of comic film actor, Sid James.