Life of Brian 1979
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SplatBrian 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.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Wise Man #2 / Brian Cohen / Biggus Dickus
as Wise Man #1 / Reg / Jewish Official / First Centurion / Deadly Dirk / Arthur
as Man Even Further Forward / Revolutionary / Jailer / Blood and Thunder Prophet / Frank / Audience Member / Crucifee
as Mr. Cheeky / Stan 'Loretta' / Harry the Haggler / Culprit Woman / Warris / Intensely Dull Youth / Jailer's Assistant / Otto / Lead Singer Crucifee
as Mandy Cohen / Colin / Simon the Holy Man / Bob Hoskins / Saintly Passer-by / Alarmed Crucifixion Assistant
as Wise Man #3 / Mr. Big Nose / Francis / Mrs. A / Ex-Leper / Announcer / Ben / Pontius Pilate / Boring Prophet / Eddie / Shoe Follower / Nisus Wettus
as Gregory
as Mrs. Gregory
as Jesus
as A Weedy Samaritan
Director:
Writer:
Graham Chapman, Eric Idle, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones, Michael Palin
Stars:
Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, Michael Palin, Terence Bayler, Carol Cleveland, Kenneth Colley, Neil Innes,
Genres:
Comedy
Release Date:
1979 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
94 min
MMPA Rating:
R
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
Life of Brian
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
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Cast
as Wise Man #2 / Brian Cohen / Biggus Dickus
as Wise Man #1 / Reg / Jewish Official / First Centurion / Deadly Dirk / Arthur
as Man Even Further Forward / Revolutionary / Jailer / Blood and Thunder Prophet / Frank / Audience Member / Crucifee
as Mr. Cheeky / Stan 'Loretta' / Harry the Haggler / Culprit Woman / Warris / Intensely Dull Youth / Jailer's Assistant / Otto / Lead Singer Crucifee
as Mandy Cohen / Colin / Simon the Holy Man / Bob Hoskins / Saintly Passer-by / Alarmed Crucifixion Assistant
as Wise Man #3 / Mr. Big Nose / Francis / Mrs. A / Ex-Leper / Announcer / Ben / Pontius Pilate / Boring Prophet / Eddie / Shoe Follower / Nisus Wettus
as Gregory
as Mrs. Gregory
as Jesus
as A Weedy Samaritan
as False Prophet / Blind Man / Giggling Guard / Stig
as Matthias, Son of Deuteronomy of Gath
as Mrs. Big Nose
as Judith Iscariot
as
as Pilate's Wife
as Alfonso / Giggling Guard
as Another Official Stoners Helper / Giggling Guard
as Parvus / Official Stoners Helper / Giggling Guard
as Spike
as Mr. Papadopolous (uncredited)
as Passer-by (uncredited)
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