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The Life and Legacy of Spike Milligan: I Told You I Was Ill

Aired just six month's after the last goon passed away, this funny and touching tirbute reveals Spike to be the ultimate tortured genius, treading a thin line between blinding inspiration and debilitating depression. Interviews with friends and family include Eric Sykes, Joanna Lumley, Eddie Izzard, Michael Palin and many more. And shown for the first time, Spike's home movies from the 50s and 60s. A fitting goodbye to a true comedy legend.

Year: 2002
Genre: Documentaries, TV Comedy, Television Shows, General Docos, Biography
Country: UK
Director: Dominic Brigstocke
Starring: Kathy Burke, Harry Enfield, Eddie Izzard, Spike Milligan, Michael Palin, Eric Sykes, Joanna Lumley, John Sargent
Duration: 134 Minutes
Rating: PG
6.9/10
Location in store: Documentary (Biographies)

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