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Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus (2008)

Discover how six seemingly ordinary but supremely talented men became Monty Python, sketch comedy's inspired group of lunatics who turned such unlikely sources of inspiration as Spam, dead parrots and the Inquisition into enduring punch lines. This entertaining documentary includes interviews with members of the troupe, as well as home movies, photos and rare recordings from Monty Python's early years.

Cast

John Cleese in Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus

John Cleese

Self

Graham Chapman in Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus

Graham Chapman

Self (archive footage)

Eric Idle in Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus

Eric Idle

Self

Michael Palin in Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus

Michael Palin

Self

Terry Jones in Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus

Terry Jones

Self

Terry Gilliam in Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus

Terry Gilliam

Self

Stanley Unwin in Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus

Stanley Unwin

Self (archive footage)

Robert Hewison

Self

Humphrey Barclay

Self

Frank Muir in Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus

Frank Muir

Self (archive footage)

Ronnie Corbett in Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus

Ronnie Corbett

Self

Denis Norden in Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus

Denis Norden

Self

David Nobbs

Self

Sheila Steafel in Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus

Sheila Steafel

Self

Aimi MacDonald in Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus

Aimi MacDonald

Self

Robert Bathurst in Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus

Robert Bathurst

Narrator (voice)

Gallery

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FAQ

When was Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus released?

Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus was released on July 1, 2008.

How long is Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus?

Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus runs for 55m.

What is the rating for Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus?

Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus has an average rating of 7.6/10 on Streambay.

What genre is Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus?

Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus is classified as Comedy and Documentary.

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