The Story Of... - Episode Guide

Season 1

Peter Kay

Episode: 1x01 | Airdate: Oct 30, 2016

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Documentary charting Peter's journey to superstardom.

Ant & Dec

Episode: 1x02 | Airdate: Nov 11, 2016

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Graham Norton

Episode: 1x03 | Airdate: Dec 20, 2016

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Profile of the chat show host, exploring his rise to fame. The programme features contributions from fans, friends and colleagues and explores his formative years, from humble beginnings in Ireland and a San Francisco commune to performing risque cabaret at the Edinburgh Festival. Graham's big break came with a recurring role in Father Ted and an award-winning stint as guest host on Jack Docherty's chat show, and led on to becoming one of Britain's most popular presenters on radio and TV, including taking over as the host of Britain's Eurovision Song Contest coverage.

Adele

Episode: 1x04 | Airdate: Dec 29, 2016 (95 min)

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Documentary about the remarkable career of Adele.

Season 2

Bruce Forsyth

Episode: 2x01 | Airdate: Mar 5, 2017

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A dancer, singer, actor and consummate game show host with perfect comic timing, Bruce first appeared on screen as an 11-year-old in 1939, the decade the BBC began broadcasting. Once established on the box in the 50s, he has very rarely been off it.

Michael McIntyre

Episode: 2x02 | Airdate: Apr 2, 2017

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Documentary charting the meteoric rise of Michael McIntyre over the past decade, from his childhood to the most popular stand-up comedian in Britain today. Includes tributes from top comics.

Miranda Hart

Episode: 2x03 | Airdate: May 1, 2017

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Documentary about the life and career of the reigning queen of British comedy, from her roots in live stand-up to award-winning sitcom writer, and serious dramatic actor. Miranda reinvented slapstick for the 21st Century – but it's the warmth within the performances that's won her millions of fans since she burst onto our screens in the Noughties.

Paul O'Grady

Episode: 2x04 | Airdate: Jun 23, 2017

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The unique career of a razor-witted entertainer who found fame as two people – first his drag queen alter ego, Lily Savage, and then as himself. After teenage traumas in Birkenhead, Paul immersed himself in the London gay scene, becoming a rising star in TV. He then reinvented himself in the new millenium, hosting award-winning chat shows and travelogues.

Mel & Sue

Episode: 2x06 | Airdate: Aug 27, 2017

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Documentary about the lives and careers of Britain's favourite female double act, famed for their beautifully pitched, raised-eyebrow humour, cheeky innuendo, and a clear, banter-filled warmth for each other, which audiences can sense comes from years of genuine friendship.

Season 3

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