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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 separatist movement. Rife with Monty Python's signature absurdity, the tale finds Brian's life paralleling Biblical lore, albeit with many more laughs.
Release windows
When & where
US
- In CinemasFri, Aug 17, 1979
- PhysicalSat, Jan 1, 1983Warner Home Video #2003 [VHS] 90 minutes
GB
- In CinemasThu, Nov 8, 1979
AU
- In CinemasThu, Nov 22, 1979
FR
- In CinemasTue, Apr 8, 1980
DE
- In CinemasThu, Aug 14, 1980
JP
- In CinemasSat, Dec 19, 1981
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Cast
Top of the call sheet
Graham Chapman
as Wise Man #2 / Brian Cohen / Biggus Dickus
John Cleese
as Wise Man #1 / Reg / Jewish Official / First Centurion / Deadly Dirk / Arthur
Terry Gilliam
as Man Even Further Forward / Revolutionary / Jailer / Blood and Thunder Prophet / Frank / Audience Member / Crucifee
Eric Idle
as Mr. Cheeky / Stan 'Loretta' / Harry the Haggler / Culprit Woman / Warris / Intensely Dull Youth / Jailer's Assistant / Otto / Lead Singer Crucifee
Terry Jones
as Mandy Cohen / Colin / Simon the Holy Man / Bob Hoskins / Saintly Passer-by / Alarmed Crucifixion Assistant
Michael Palin
as 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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