

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.
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Plex | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | SBS On Demand | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | Joyn Plus, Kabel Eins Classics Amazon Channel, Seven Entertainment Amazon Channel, Magenta TV+ | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Movistar Plus+, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total , Filmin | Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | Looke, Looke Amazon Channel, NetMovies | Google Play Movies |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
About Life of Brian
Life of Brian is a 1979 English-language comedy film directed by Terry Jones. The cast is led by Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam. It has a runtime of 1h 34m. Viewers rate it 7.8/10 across 4900 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock Premium.
Life of Brian was produced by Handmade Films and Python (Monty) Pictures and made in United Kingdom. It was released on August 17, 1979, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $4 million, it went on to gross $21 million worldwide.
- Director
- Terry Jones
- Writers
- Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam
- Release date
- August 17, 1979
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Budget
- $4 million
- Box office
- $21 million
- Production
- Handmade Films, Python (Monty) Pictures
Life of Brian cast & crew
Life of Brian was directed by Terry Jones and written by Graham Chapman, John Cleese, and Terry Gilliam.
The cast features 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, and 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.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Geoffrey Burgon, cinematography is by Peter Biziou, and it was produced by John Goldstone and Tarak Ben Ammar.
Is Life of Brian worth watching?
Life of Brian holds an audience score of 7.8/10 from 4,936 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed comedy films.
At 1h 34m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, Life of Brian is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Life of Brian

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

Terence Bayler
Gregory

Carol Cleveland
Mrs. Gregory

Kenneth Colley
Jesus

Neil Innes
A Weedy Samaritan

Charles McKeown
False Prophet / Blind Man / Giggling Guard / Stig

John Young
Matthias, Son of Deuteronomy of Gath
Life of Brian — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Life of Brian in United States?
Life of Brian is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads in United States.
▸Is Life of Brian on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes — Life of Brian is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.
▸What language is Life of Brian in?
Life of Brian is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Latin. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Life of Brian?
Life of Brian runs 1 hours 34 minutes (94 minutes).
▸What is Life of Brian rated?
Life of Brian is rated R. It holds a 7.8/10 audience score from 4,936 ratings.











