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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Joe Bor
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Joe Bor
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Danny Ward
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James Acaster
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Ollie Barbieri
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KB
Karen Bayley
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Mitch Benn
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Jo Brand
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Mick Ferry
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Alan Francis
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Pat Gallagher
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Ricky Grover
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Toby Hadoke
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Geoff Boyz
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Ian Cognito
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Dominic Frisby
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John Gordillo
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Will Hodgson
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Andrew Bird
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Ivor Dembina
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Sally-Anne Hayward
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