Comedy Collection (page 5)

Comedians Morecambe and Wise seen here showing off their medals outside Buckingham Palace after being invested by HM The Queen with the O.B.E. 23rd November 1976

Last of the Summer Wine actors Brian Wilde who plays Foggy Dewhirst (left), Peter Sallis (Norman Clegg) and Bill Owen (Compo Simmonite)

Bob Monkhouse, Shirley Eaton and Dora Bryan
in a scene from Carry On Sergeant (1958)

Mr Pastry, aka Richard Hearne, with lion
Mr Pastry, aka the comic actor Richard Hearne (1908-1979), with a lion. Date: circa 1960s

Frankie Howerd as Lurcio in a moment from Up Pompeii (1971)

Kind Hearts And Coronets

Whisky Galore
Joan Greenwood on location

A behind the scene image from The Lavender Hill Mob (1951)
Audrey Hepburn during a pause in the filming of The Lavender Hill Mob

Tom Courtenay in a pause from the filming of Billy Liar (1963)
Tom Courtenay plays pretends to play the bagpipes during a pause of the filming of John Schlesingers Billy Liar

A family scene from Billy Liar (1963)
The fictional Fisher family at the breakfast table, with Mona Washbourne, Wilfred Pickles, Ethel Griffies and Tom Courtenay

Rodney Bewes and Tom Courtenay in Billy Liar (1963)
Rodney Bewes and Tom Courtenay look pensive sitting on the pavement during the filming of John Schlesingers Billy Liar

A wonderful portrait of Julie Christie from Billy Liar (1963)
A radiant Julie Christie (who played the role of Liz) in a portrait taken to promote John Schlesingers Billy Liar in 1963

A pensive John Schlesinger on the set of Billy Liar (1963)
John Schlesinger sits on a chair in Undercliffe cemetery, Bradford, during the filming of his film Billy Liar in 1963

An intense Gwendolyn Watts in Billy Liar (1963)
Gwendolyn Watts as Rita in a scene set in a cafe from John Schlesingers Billy Liar (1963)

Carry On Cleo (1964)
Charles Hawtrey as Seneca and Jon Pertwee as the soothsayer in a scene from Carry On Cleo

A production shot from Carry On Cleo (1965)
Amanda Barrie as Cleopatra takes a milky bath during Gerald Thomas Carry On Cleo (1965)

Diana Decker and Bonar Colleano in Maurice Elveys Is Your Honeymoon Really Necessary (1953)

Dante and Virgil in Inferno, crossing the cocytus, 1885 (engraving)
XEE746645 Dante and Virgil in Inferno, crossing the cocytus, 1885 (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inferno)

A Midsummer Nights Dream
3765548 A Midsummer Nights Dream by Rackham, Arthur (1867-1939); (add.info.: A Midsummer Nights Dream. Illustration by Arthur Rackham (1867-1939) to the play by William Shakespeare

Tommy Cooper performing in bar of Wig and Pen club - July 1974 08 / 07 / 1974
Tommy Cooper performing in bar of Wig and Pen club - July 1974 08/07/1974

Tom Baker on location at Hever Castle, where he is making a comedy film. 18th August 1982

Actor and comedian, Kenneth Williams, interviewed in Newcastle by Evening Chronicle reporter Phil Penfold. 7th June, 1976

Elton John poses with comedians Ernie Wise (left) and Eric Morecambe as he appears on the Morecambe and Wise show at BBC television centre. 8th December 1976

Peter Sellers, 44, married Miranda Quarry, 22, at Caxton Hall, London. The marriage to the step-daughter of Lord Mancroft was Sellers third

Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher presents the National Vala Award of the National Viewers and Listeners Association to the team of BBC TV Programme Yes Minister, pictured London, January 1984

Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher presents the National Vala Award of the National Viewers and Listeners Association to the team of BBC TV Programme Yes Minister, pictured London, January 1984

Only Fools and Horses cast member Patrick Murray who plays Mickey Pearce pictured clearing the sand from his socks at Margate beach during the filming of the 1989 Christmas Special " Jolly Boys

TV Programmes George and Mildred: George and Mildred are disturbed by three " Hells Angels" L to R - Andy Stevens, Dudley Sutton and Nigel Wescott, while having their dinner

Actresses Sue Pollard (left) who plays Peggy in the television comedy series Hi De Hi and Diane Holiday who plays Yvonne, pictured dressed as Hula Girls during filming for the new series

Cats Balancing on Cat Date: 1905

Kenneth Williams, comedian, 1980

Retro poster, Gilbert & Sullivan, D Oyly Carte
Retro poster for Gilbert & Sullivan, D Oyly Carte, character from HMS Pinafore. 1960s

In the support trench by Bruce Bairnsfather, WW1 cartoon
" Old Bill has practically decided to try to get Private Shinio (the ex-comedy-juggler-and-hand-balancer) transferred to another platoon." The stoicism of Captain Bruce Bairnsfathers

Jack in a box, smiling clown puppet popping out of red wooden box with arms extended to sides, front view

Angela Douglas in a scene from Carry On Cowboy

Joan Sims in a portrait image for Carry On Cowboy
Joan Sims as Belle Armitage in a portrait for Carry On Cowboy taken at Pinewood Studios

Ernest Rutherford, caricature
Ernest Rutherford (1871-1937). Caricature of the New Zealand physicist Ernest Rutherford, with an electron orbiting his head

Peter Sellers and Ian Carmichael
as Fred Kite and Stanley Windrush in I m All Right Jack (1959)

Kind Hearts And Coronets (1949)
A portrait of Joan Greenwood as Sibella

Edith, played by Valerie Hobson and Louis, played by Dennis Price take tea in the garden
in a scene from Kind Hearts And Coronets filmed at Gore Court Farm in Kent

Whisky Galore

Gordon Jackson in Whisky Galore! (1949)
Gordon Jackson as George Campbell during a scene from Alexander MacKendricks classic Whisky Galore!

Joan Greenwood on location
during the filming of Whisky Galore

Whisky Galore (1949)
On location during the shoot of Alexander MacKendricks directorial debut

Filming Whisky Galore
on the isle of Barra in 1949

Howard Marion Crawford Michael Gough and Alec Guinness
in a scene from The Man In The White Suit

Pendlebury and Holland embrace
Stanley Holloway and Alec Guinness in The Lavender Hill Mob

A front of the house image for The Ladykillers
distributed to cinemas for the 1955 UK release

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From timeless classics to uproarious slapstick, it has always been a universal language that brings joy and laughter to audiences. 🎭✨ The UK quad poster for The Ladykillers (1955) showcases the perfect blend of wit and mischief, as a group of eccentric criminals find themselves in hilarious situations. Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy's comedic genius shines through in James W Hornes Beau Hunks (1931), leaving us in stitches with their impeccable timing and physical comedy. Restless Natives (1985) UK release one sheet poster promises an adventure filled with side-splitting moments as two Scottish friends embark on a comical journey of rebellion against society. GILBERT & SULLIVAN's 1878 production of H. M. S. Pinafore captivated audiences with its witty lyrics and humorous storyline, proving that even musicals can be infused with comedic brilliance. Laurel and Hardy, the iconic duo known for their hilarious antics, never fail to entertain. Whether it's James Parrotts Night Owls (1930) or any other film they starred in, their chemistry is unmatched. Carry On Screaming (1966), a quintessential British comedy-horror film from the Carry On series, delivers laughs aplenty while spoofing classic horror tropes. Billy Liar takes us on a whimsical journey through the imagination of its titular character, offering plenty of chuckles along the way. The re-issue poster for The LadyKillers reminds us why this darkly funny crime caper remains an all-time favorite among fans worldwide – brilliant performances combined with clever dialogue make it an unforgettable experience. In Leave Them Laughing (1928), LAUREL AND HARDY prove once again why they are legends of silent cinema by effortlessly tickling our funny bones alongside a befuddled police officer.