Life of Brian (1979)

  • R
  • 08/17/1979 (US)
  • Comedy
  • 1h 34m

He's not the messiah...he's just a naughty boy.

Overview

Brian Cohen is an average young Jewish man, but through a series of ridiculous events, he gains a reputation as the Messiah. When he's not dodging his followers or being scolded by his shrill mother, the hapless Brian has to contend with the pompous Pontius Pilate and acronym-obsessed members of a separatist movement. Rife with Monty Python's signature absurdity, the tale finds Brian's life paralleling Biblical lore, albeit with many more laughs.

Terry Jones

Director, Screenplay

Graham Chapman

Screenplay

Eric Idle

Screenplay

John Cleese

Screenplay

Terry Gilliam

Screenplay

Michael Palin

Screenplay

Cast

Graham Chapman's headshot

Graham Chapman

Wise Man #2 / Brian Cohen / Biggus Dickus
John Cleese's headshot

John Cleese

Wise Man #1 / Reg / Jewish Official / First Centurion / Deadly Dirk / Arthur
Terry Gilliam's headshot

Terry Gilliam

Man Even Further Forward / Revolutionary / Jailer / Blood and Thunder Prophet / Frank / Audience Member / Crucifee
Eric Idle's headshot

Eric Idle

Mr. Cheeky / Stan 'Loretta' / Harry the Haggler / Culprit Woman / Warris / Intensely Dull Youth / Jailer's Assistant / Otto / Lead Singer Crucifee
Terry Jones's headshot

Terry Jones

Mandy Cohen / Colin / Simon the Holy Man / Bob Hoskins / Saintly Passer-by / Alarmed Crucifixion Assistant
Michael Palin's headshot

Michael Palin

Wise Man #3 / Mr. Big Nose / Francis / Mrs. A / Ex-Leper / Announcer / Ben / Pontius Pilate / Boring Prophet / Eddie / Shoe Follower / Nisus Wettus
Terence Bayler's headshot

Terence Bayler

Gregory
Carol Cleveland's headshot

Carol Cleveland

Mrs. Gregory

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