

The Avengers of British comedy assembled for one chaotic hour of genius.
Peter Cook & Co. is a one-off sketch show special starring Peter Cook, with guest appearances from fellow comedians.
Acting
Cook's venomous charm; Atkinson before Bean stole his body.
Writing
Dense wordplay that dares you to keep up.
Director
Paul Smith
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This was Cook's last significant TV appearance before his 1995 death; he reportedly hated watching himself and avoided reruns.
The 1980 timing captures British comedy's awkward transition from Oxbridge satire to alternative comedy's working-class energy.