1979 · Comedy
Life of Brian
He's not the messiah...he's just a naughty boy.
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.
- 7.8/10 · 5,116 votes
- 1h 34m
- August 17, 1979
- English
Directed by Terry Jones
About Life of Brian
Life of Brian is a 1979 comedy film directed by Terry Jones. It runs 1h 34m. It was released on August 17, 1979.
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.
The original language is English. Spoken languages include English and Latin. Production countries include United Kingdom.
The average rating is 7.8 out of 10, based on 5,116 TMDB votes.
Life of Brian Details
- Title
- Life of Brian
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Rating
- 7.8/10 from 5,116 votes
- Original language
- English
- Languages
- English and Latin
- Countries
- United Kingdom
- Director
- Terry Jones
- Writers
- Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, Michael Palin
- Budget
- $4,000,000
- Box office
- $20,833,252
- Keywords
- roman empire, jewry, three kings, crucifixion, bethlehem, independence movement, satire, parody, religion, sermon on the mount, anarchic comedy, mother son relationship
Life of Brian Release Date
Life of Brian was released on August 17, 1979. More 1979 films are collected in the CineGo year archive.
Life of Brian Genres
Life of Brian is filed under the genres below.
Life of Brian Cast
Graham ChapmanWise Man #2 / Brian Cohen / Biggus Dickus
John CleeseWise Man #1 / Reg / Jewish Official / First Centurion / Deadly Dirk / Arthur
Terry GilliamMan Even Further Forward / Revolutionary / Jailer / Blood and Thunder Prophet / Frank / Audience Member / Crucifee
Eric IdleMr. Cheeky / Stan 'Loretta' / Harry the Haggler / Culprit Woman / Warris / Intensely Dull Youth / Jailer's Assistant / Otto / Lead Singer Crucifee
Terry JonesMandy Cohen / Colin / Simon the Holy Man / Bob Hoskins / Saintly Passer-by / Alarmed Crucifixion Assistant
Michael PalinWise Man #3 / Mr. Big Nose / Francis / Mrs. A / Ex-Leper / Announcer / Ben / Pontius Pilate / Boring Prophet / Eddie / Shoe Follower / Nisus Wettus
Terence BaylerGregory
Carol ClevelandMrs. Gregory
Kenneth ColleyJesus
Neil InnesA Weedy Samaritan
Charles McKeownFalse Prophet / Blind Man / Giggling Guard / Stig
John YoungMatthias, Son of Deuteronomy of Gath
Gwen TaylorMrs. Big Nose
Sue Jones-DaviesJudith Iscariot
Life of Brian Trailer
Where to watch Life of Brian
CineGo does not stream this film. The services below are external providers reported by TMDB for United States. Offers can change and may not be available in every country.
Stream
Amazon Prime Video
fuboTV
Peacock Premium
Amazon Prime Video with Ads
Peacock Premium Plus
Shout! Factory Amazon Channel
Rent
Amazon Video
Apple TV Store
Google Play Movies
YouTube
Buy
- Amazon Video
- Apple TV Store
- Google Play Movies
- YouTube
Similar Movies to Life of Brian
Recommended Movies
Other titles paired with Life of Brian in the catalog.
