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Life of Brian

Released: August 17, 1979 (1979)

Runtime: 94 minutes

Genres: Comedy

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.

Main Cast (Top 10 billed, oldest first)

  • Terence Bayler as Gregory

    Age at release: 49

  • Age at release: 41

  • John Cleese as Wise Man #1 / Reg / Jewish Official / First Centurion / Deadly Dirk / Arthur

    Age at release: 39

  • Graham Chapman as Wise Man #2 / Brian Cohen / Biggus Dickus

    Age at release: 38

  • Terry Jones as Mandy Cohen / Colin / Simon the Holy Man / Bob Hoskins / Saintly Passer-by / Alarmed Crucifixion Assistant

    Age at release: 37

  • Carol Cleveland as Mrs. Gregory

    Age at release: 37

  • Eric Idle as Mr. Cheeky / Stan 'Loretta' / Harry the Haggler / Culprit Woman / Warris / Intensely Dull Youth / Jailer's Assistant / Otto / Lead Singer Crucifee

    Age at release: 36

  • 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

    Age at release: 36

  • Neil Innes as A Weedy Samaritan

    Age at release: 34

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

    Age at release: 33

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