The only funeral where the corpse would've heckled the eulogies.
One of many tributes following the death of Spike Milligan. Comedians, actors and musicians join forces to present a live tribute featuring a selection of comic highlights from Spike's life. From recreations of his most famous sketches to readings of Milligan's own poems and extracts from his controversial wartime memoirs, these are all interspersed with archive film clips of the great man himself, showcasing his inimitable comic genius.
Acting
Python alumni and Enfield channeling pure Milligan chaos.
Writing
Spike's wartime memoirs hit harder than expected.
Production
Archive footage woven with live chaos—messy, perfect.
Director
Dominic Brigstocke
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The title references Milligan's actual desired epitaph, which his Catholic family rejected for his real gravestone.
This aired mere weeks after his death—British TV moved fast when comedy royalty died, capturing raw grief before polish set in.
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