The Crimes of Joe Orton

Very funny documentary excerpt which looks at the offences of vandalism of library books for which the playwright Joe Orton and his friend Kenneth Halliwell were sent to prison in the 1960s.

Kenneth Williams...Excellent Chat Show Appearance From 1980

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Kenneth appears in an episode of Parkinson from 1980. This is a masterclass in anecdote telling.
Everything about this performance is perfect. The versatility of the voice, the timing, the material, and most of all...the man.
Behold, a comedy genius at his very peak.

"Seven guineas for a bra?...cheaper to have your tits off!!..."

Kenneth Williams Interviews Stephen Fry

Kenneth interviews the actor and comedian Stephen Fry in an episode of Wogan first broadcast in April 1986.

Kenneth Williams Rare In Depth Interview Part One

In an interview with Mavis Nicholson, from 1974, Kenneth's genius shows through, as he discusses his life and career.

Free of the usual anecdotes, Ken entertainingly and revealingly analyses himself and gives us an idea of what makes him tick.

This is part one of two.

Kenneth Williams Rare In Depth Interview Part Two

The second part of the interview from 1974.

The Decline Of Kenneth Williams

A look at the decline of Kenneth Williams towards the end of his life.

Charles Hawtrey Rare Movie Memories Interview

Interviewed by Roy Hudd in 1984 for Movie Memories, he was so drunk that the producers had to heavily edit the programme.

Kenneth Williams and Joe Orton

Fascinating documentary excerpt which examines both the professional and personal relationship between Kenneth and the playwright Joe Orton, and looks at Kenneth's sexuality. It contains very rare interview footage of Orton himself.

Kenneth Williams Arguing on Parkinson

Kenneth Williams being taken to task by Michael Parkinson over an expressed view. Also features Maggie Smith.

Carry On Screaming Trailer

Carry On Screaming trailer using the theme as a pastiche for scenes from the films. The theme was sung by Baz Burrell (not Jim Dale as it was popular to think).