David Lusted writes: While Max Bygraves is naturally best remembered as a variety entertainer, the films he made at the height of his fame in the 1950s deserve closer attention.
Max Bygraves, crooner, comedian and variety performer, dies at 89
Jimmy Tarbuck among those to pay tribute to entertainer whose catchphrase 'I wanna tell you a story' was known by millions
Max Bygraves: a life in pictures
The entertainer, who has died at the age of 89 at his home in Queensland, Australia, after suffering from Alzheimer's disease, had a wide and varied career in showbusiness