The Assembly

Lenny Henry faces the grilling of a lifetime from a cast of autistic and learning-disabled interviewers. Who does he regret idolising? In what order does he wash his body parts? From the moment he enters the room, nothing is off limits. As the questions come thick and fast, Henry reflects on growing up in Britain during a time of overt racism, the impact of Comic Relief, and the difficult choices he's had to forgive himself for. He opens up about family, identity and the discovery that his uncle was his biological father, as well as the loss of his mother and the grief that followed. Along the way, he's asked questions about relationships, legacy and moments that have defined who he is - with time for dancing, a little flirtation and plenty of laughter. From deeply personal revelations to completely unexpected tangents, this is Lenny Henry as you've never seen him before - disarmed, reflective and up for anything - with honesty, warmth and moments that land when you least expect them.