Life of Brian

Name: Life of Brian
Director: Terry Jones
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1979
Duration: 1 h 34 min
Rating: 7.8
Cast: Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones

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

19791h 34m7.8(5,013 votes)

Comedy

Synopsis

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 s…

Life of Brian (1979) is a comedy film directed by Terry Jones. It stars Graham Chapman, John Cleese, and Terry Gilliam. The film runs for 1 hour 34 minutes. Audiences have made it strongly rated, with an average score of 7.8 out of 10 from 5,013 votes.

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Director

Terry Jones

Cast

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

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Who stars in Life of Brian?

Life of Brian stars Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, and Eric Idle, and was directed by Terry Jones.

How long is Life of Brian?

Life of Brian has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes.

When did Life of Brian come out?

Life of Brian was released in 1979.

What genre is Life of Brian?

Life of Brian is a comedy film.

Is Life of Brian worth watching?

Life of Brian holds an average audience score of 7.8 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.