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Life of Brian

“He's not the messiah...he's just a naughty boy.”

★ 7.8(4,974)19791h 34m

Life of Brian is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Peacock Premium Plus and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability checked 22 July 2026.

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Director: Terry Jones
Release date: 1979-08-17
Runtime: 1h 34m
Language: English
Box office: $20,833,252
Budget: $4,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Handmade Films

Life of Brian — trailer

About Life of Brian

Life of Brian is a 1979 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by Terry Jones, starring Graham Chapman, John Cleese and Terry Gilliam. It has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.8/10 from 4,974 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Life of Brian in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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.

Cast

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

Themes & keywords

roman empirejewrythree kingscrucifixionbethlehemindependence movementsatireparodyreligionsermon on the mountanarchic comedymother son relationshipantiquityhilariousreligious satire

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Life of Brian in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Life of Brian on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Peacock Premium Plus and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube.

Is Life of Brian on Netflix?+

Life of Brian is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Peacock Premium Plus and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel.

How long is Life of Brian?+

Life of Brian has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

Who stars in Life of Brian?+

Life of Brian stars Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle and Terry Jones.

When did Life of Brian come out?+

Life of Brian is a 1979 movie directed by Terry Jones.

What genre is Life of Brian?+

Life of Brian is Comedy film.

Who directed Life of Brian?+

Life of Brian was directed by Terry Jones.