Life of Brian
(1979)
8.0
PixlRun
He's not the messiah...he's just a naughty boy.
Country
United Kingdom
Original language
English, Latin
Runtime
1h 34min
Premiere
1979-08-17
Box office
$20,206,622
worldwide gross
MPAA rating
R
Director
Terry Jones
Cinematography
Peter Biziou
Editor
Julian Doyle
Producers
John Goldstone
Production
Handmade Films · Python (Monty) Pictures
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fuboTV
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IMDb
8
RT
96
Meta
77
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Live Commentary
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All cast & crew
Graham Chapman
Wise Man #2 / Brian Cohen / Biggus Dickus
John Cleese
Wise Man #1 / Reg / Jewish Official / First Centurion / Deadly Dirk / Arthur
Terry Gilliam
Man Even Further Forward / Revolutionary / Jailer / Blood and Thunder Prophet / Frank / Audience Member / Crucifee
Eric Idle
Mr. Cheeky / Stan 'Loretta' / Harry the Haggler / Culprit Woman / Warris / Intensely Dull Youth / Jailer's Assistant / Otto / Lead Singer Crucifee
Terry Jones
Mandy Cohen / Colin / Simon the Holy Man / Bob Hoskins / Saintly Passer-by / Alarmed Crucifixion Assistant
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
Gregory
Carol Cleveland
Mrs. Gregory
Photos
Our review
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.
Frequently asked questions
Who directed Life of Brian?
Terry Jones directed Life of Brian in 1979.
What is the IMDb rating?
Life of Brian has an IMDb rating of 8/10 from 433,485 votes.
Where can I watch Life of Brian?
Life of Brian is available on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock Premium.
How long is Life of Brian?
Life of Brian has a runtime of 1h 34min (94 minutes).
How much did Life of Brian earn at the box office?
Life of Brian earned $20,206,622 worldwide.