TV
Arena
Season 1 Episode 382: Oooh Er, Missus! - The Frankie Howerd Story
Considered by many to be our greatest living stand-up comedian, the incomparable Francis Alick Howerd holds a special place in the hearts of the British public. Born during a snowstorm, the shy young Howerd managed to construct a unique comedy persona from his stammering, stumbling manner. A spectacular debut on radio's post-war hit Variety Bandbox was followed by celebrated forays into film, theatre and even opera, although perhaps he is still best remembered as the devious slave Lurcio from television's Up Pompeii. Of late, he has become popular with an entirely new generation of young adults, whom he calls his 'Frankie Pankies'. Tonight Arena examines the style of this inimitable performer with the help of friends and colleagues including Eric Sykes, Johnny Speight, June Whitfield and Ned Sherrin.
- Genre:
- Documentary
- Seasons:
- 3
- Episodes:
- 689
- Quality:
- HD
- Status:
- Returning Series
- First Air:
- 1975
- IMDb:
- 7.2
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