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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Ian CognitoSelf (archive)

James AcasterSelf

Ollie Barbieri Self

Will BarbieriSelf

Karen BayleySelf

Mitch BennSelf

Andrew BirdSelf

Geoff BoyzSelf