Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus
Synopsis
Discover how six seemingly ordinary but supremely talented men became Monty Python, sketch comedy's inspired group of lunatics who turned such unlikely sources of inspiration as Spam, dead parrots and the Inquisition into enduring punch lines. This entertaining documentary includes interviews with members of the troupe, as well as home movies, photos and rare recordings from Monty Python's early years.
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John Cleese
Self
Graham Chapman
Self (archive footage)
Eric Idle
Self
Michael Palin
Self
Terry Jones
Self
Terry Gilliam
Self
Stanley Unwin
Self (archive footage)
Robert Hewison
Self
Humphrey Barclay
Self
Frank Muir
Self (archive footage)
Ronnie Corbett
Self
Denis Norden
Self
David Nobbs
Self
Sheila Steafel
Self
Aimi MacDonald
Self
Robert Bathurst
Narrator (voice)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Will Yapp
- Original Score
- Danny Mulhern
- Original Title
- Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- A+E Networks
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Will Yapp
Danny Mulhern
Mary McGrane
John Goldstone, Will Yapp
Department Leadership Roster
Will Yapp
Director
Will Yapp
Producer
Danny Mulhern
Original Music Composer
Mary McGrane
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus about?
Discover how six seemingly ordinary but supremely talented men became Monty Python, sketch comedy's inspired group of lunatics who turned such unlikely sources of inspiration as Spam, dead parrots and the Inquisition into enduring punch lines. This entertaining documentary includes interviews with members of the troupe, as well as home movies, photos and rare recordings from Monty Python's early years.
Who directed Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus?
Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus was directed by Will Yapp.
Who stars in Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus?
The principal cast of Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus includes John Cleese, Graham Chapman, Eric Idle, Michael Palin, Terry Jones.
When was Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus released and how long is it?
Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 55m.
Who composed the musical score for Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus was composed by Danny Mulhern.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus?
Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).