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Series 1 - 6. The Impressionists

The Impressionists

About this programme

6/8. A 2006 documentary exploring the role of impressionists in British entertainment, examining how performers including Mike Yarwood, Rory Bremner, Alistair McGowan, Ronni Ancona and the Spitting Image team became household names. The programme reveals how the popularity of mimics rose rapidly in the latter half of the 20th century, as TV led to politicians and celebrities becoming more widely known among the public. Featuring contributions by David Frost, Les Dennis, Jon Culshaw, Bobby Davro, Janet Brown and Stanley Baxter. Narrated by Stephen Fry.

Cast and crew

Cast

Narrator
Stephen Fry
Contributor
David Frost
Contributor
Les Dennis
Contributor
Jon Culshaw
Contributor
Rory Bremner
Contributor
Ronni Ancona
Contributor
Bobby Davro
Contributor
Janet Brown
Contributor
Steve Nallon
Contributor
Phil Cool
Contributor
Phil Cornwell
Contributor
Alison Jackson
Contributor
Stanley Baxter
Contributor
Leigh Francis

Crew

Director
Elaine Shepherd
Producer
Elaine Shepherd
Series Editor
Anna Gien
Categories
Documentary

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