The Best of Spike Milligan

This documentary presents a selection of classic sketches and performances by Spike Milligan, who is celebrated as a key figure in post-war British comedy. The collection includes memorable sequences like The Eurovision Joke Contest and Spike's role as a singing Viking maiden, illustrating his innovative approach to humor.

The film also features Bruce Hammal engaging with Milligan at his home, where the conversations take on a life of their own, morphing into sketches that highlight Milligan's signature comedic style. The presence of his comedic butler, Piles, adds to the absurdity that is characteristic of Milligan's work.

Originally released as a BBC VHS titled Spike Milligan: One Man and His Ideas in 1995, this version offers a re-edited and repackaged experience of Milligan's comedic genius. Collectors of comedy and British television will find this release a testament to Milligan's legacy and the impact he had on the genre.