Ian Cognito: A Life and A Death On Stage

Ian Cognito: A Life and A Death On Stage

Show type: Edinburgh Fringe 2022

Starring: Ian Cognito

Award-winning documentary about one of the most popular, controversial and troubled comedians in the UK. We learn about the scene in the 1990s, the rise of alternative comedy and the unique acts that flourished. There is a cavalcade of stories, jokes and songs that would often excite or repel an audience and the behaviours that led to him becoming the most banned comedian in the UK. Starring Matt Lucas, Jo Brand, Shaparak Khorsandi, James Acaster and more. A film by Danny Ward and Joe Bor.

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