Biography
Michael Edward Palin, CBE FRGS (born 5 May 1943) is an English comedian, actor, writer and television presenter best known for being one of the members of the comedy group Monty Python and for his travel documentaries. Palin wrote most of his comedic material with Terry Jones. Before Monty Python, they had worked on other shows such as The Ken Dodd Show, The Frost Report and Do Not Adjust Your Set. Palin appeared in some of the most famous Python sketches, including "Argument Clinic", "Dead Parr...
Known For
Complete Filmography
When Bruce Springsteen Came to Britain
2025
The film tells the story of how Springsteen and the E Street Band first arrived in the UK in November 1975 for a sold-out performance in Hammersmith, ...
The Academy of Armando
2025
as Self
Alan Yentob profiles the stellar career of one of the great satirists of our age, Armando Iannucci, whose impressive body of work includes The Day Tod...
Dame Maggie Smith - A Celebration
2024
as Self
A tribute to the celebrated and enigmatic actress, with her life story told by those who knew her best, celebrating her much-loved appearances across ...
How To Make It In Comedy
2024
Told by the stars who first found fame at the Edinburgh Fringe, this the inside story of what it takes to make a name there, from those who enjoyed ov...
Fawlty Towers: 50 Years of Laughs
2023
as Self
A celebration of John Cleese and Connie Booth's acclaimed sitcom following the misadventures of Torquay hotel owner Basil Fawlty. The programme explor...
The Fringe, Fame and Me
2022
as Self
The Fringe, Fame and Me is the story of how a small Scottish arts festival that began 75 years ago this year became a national institution – a crucibl...
Monty Python's Best Bits Celebrated
2021
as Self (archive footage)(uncredited)
Monty Python’s influence on comedy has been compared to the Beatles’ influence on music, a pivotal moment in the evolution of television humor. Celebr...
Jeepers Creepers
2020
as Newscaster (voice)
After twenty years as a struggling variety turn and then a prolific scriptwriter and television star, comic genius Marty Feldman found screen stardom ...
Sir David Attenborough and Sir Michael Palin in Conversation
2020
as Self
Sir David Attenborough and Sir Michael Palin reflect on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and what it has taught us about global co-operation in tac...
Sir David Attenborough and Sir Michael Palin in Conversation
2020
Thanks
Sir David Attenborough and Sir Michael Palin reflect on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and what it has taught us about global co-operation in tac...
Peter Sellers: A State of Comic Ecstasy
2020
as Self
The comedy pioneer behind the Goon Show, Dr Strangelove and the Pink Panther series is explored in depth in this film, surveying his meteoric rise to ...
Python at 50: Silly Talks and Holy Grails
2019
as Self (archive footage)
From ‘something completely different’ to icons of comedy and national treasures, this is a collection of rarely-seen Monty Python moments from the BBC...
An Accidental Studio
2019
as Self
Charts the early years of HandMade Films seen through the eyes of the filmmakers, key personnel, and the man who started it all: former Beatle George ...
Final Ascent: The Legend of Hamish MacInnes
2019
as Himself
The legend of Hamish MacInnes began early. At 16 he climbed the Matterhorn. At 17 he built his first motor car – from scratch. He attempted Everest in...
Michael Palin: A Life on Screen
2018
This special one-hour documentary reflects on Michael Palin's fascinating career as a BAFTA-winning actor, writer and presenter.
The Death of Stalin
2017
as Vyacheslav Molotov
When dictator Joseph Stalin dies, his parasitic cronies square off in a frantic power struggle to become the next Soviet leader. As they bumble, brawl...
Generation '66
2016
Documentary exploring the key events of 1966, a period when British pop music, fashion and sport was making waves across the globe, but when the natio...
Attenborough at 90
2016
as Self
In celebration of his ninetieth birthday, Sir David Attenborough shares extraordinary highlights of his life and career with broadcaster Kirsty Young,...
Michael Palin's Quest for Artemisia
2015
as Self
Michael Palin discovers the story of 17th-century Italian artist Artemisia Gentileschi. He unearths not only her paintings, but a complex and difficul...
Absolutely Anything
2015
as Kindly Alien (voice)
Eccentric aliens give a man the power to do anything he wants to determine if Earth is worth saving.
Rik Mayall: Lord of Misrule
2014
as Self
Comedian Rik Mayall died suddenly on 9 June 2014. Mayall's blend of rocket-fuelled physical comedy, surrealism, subversive satire and pompous punk wit...
Spike Milligan: Love, Light and Peace
2014
as Himself
A very personal portrait of the truly unique comedy genius of Spike Milligan, as told in his own words and featuring exclusive home movie footage. Wit...
Monty Python: The Meaning of Live
2014
as Self
With unprecedented access, this program reveals the humour, chaos and passion that went into bringing the Flying Circus to the stage cumulating in the...
Monty Python Live (Mostly)
2014
as Self, others
Celebrate the last night of the Pythons on the big screen! With John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones and Michael Palin.
Monty Python Live (Mostly)
2014
Writer
Celebrate the last night of the Pythons on the big screen! With John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones and Michael Palin.
Monty Python: And Now for Something Rather Similar
2014
as Self
Alan Yentob meets the five surviving members of Monty Python - John Cleese, Michael Palin, Terry Jones, Terry Gilliam and Eric Idle - as they prepare ...
50 Years of BBC Two Comedy
2014
as Self
Documentary charting and celebrating five decades of often groundbreaking, boundary-pushing comedy from BBC Two.
The New Incomplete And Utter History Of Everything
2014
Terry Jones and Michael Palin revisit their "pre-Python" sketch show from 1969 which has sadly been wiped by the BBC. At the time, in 2014, only 2 epi...
Alexander Armstrong's Real Ripping Yarns
2014
as Self
Alexander Armstrong explores the literature that inspired Michael Palin and Terry Jones's classic TV comedy Ripping Yarns, a loving parody of the Boys...
Michael Palin In Wyeth's World
2013
as Himself
Michael Palin heads for rural Pennsylvania and Maine to explore the extraordinary life and work of one of America's most popular and controversial pai...
Michael Palin In Wyeth's World
2013
Writer
Michael Palin heads for rural Pennsylvania and Maine to explore the extraordinary life and work of one of America's most popular and controversial pai...
The Meaning of Monty Python
2013
as Self
A discussion between John Cleese, Michael Palin, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam and Terry Jones about their film The Meaning of Life
The Wipers Times
2013
as General Mitford
When Captain Fred Roberts discovered a printing press in the ruins of Ypres, Belgium in 1916, he decided to publish a satirical magazine called The Wi...
Frost on Sketch Shows
2013
as Self
Sir David Frost traces the development of the sketch show over the last fifty years, from variety theatre to primetime television.
Anatomy of a Liar
2012
as Self
A documentary about A Liar's Autobiography: The Untrue Story of Monty Python's Graham Chapman.
Produced By George Martin
2012
as Self
A profile of Sir George Martin, Britain's most celebrated record producer, from his early days at EMI/Parlophone to his work with The Beatles.
A Liar's Autobiography: The Untrue Story of Monty Python's Graham Chapman
2012
as Various (voice)
John Cleese, Michael Palin, Terry Jones and Terry Gilliam pay tribute to their late Monty Python colleague Graham Chapman in this hilarious, 3-D anima...
The Secret Policeman's Ball
2012
as Self
A live stand-up comedy and music gig to celebrate Amnesty International's 50th Anniversary.
Arthur Christmas
2011
as Ernie Clicker (voice)
For hundreds of years, the Claus family has delegated the title "Santa" to a chosen few of its members, which can be passed down upon retirement. Each...
Making Qi
2011
as Self
Behind the scenes documentary on British panel show Qi.
The Phoenix: A Century of Cinema
2011
as Self
When the Phoenix Cinema in East Finchley, north London, celebrated its centenary year in 2010, On-Par Productions were invited to document the cinema'...
Not The Messiah: The Road To Albert Hall
2010
Half-hour behind the scenes of Eric Idle's Not The Messiah oratorio. Featuring Eric Idle, Terry Jones, Michael Palin, Terry Gilliam, Neil Innes, Carol...
Not the Messiah (He's a Very Naughty Boy)
2010
as Mrs. Betty Palin / Julius Caesar / Bevis
Not The Messiah (He's a Very Naughty Boy) is a comic oratorio based on Monty Python's Life of Brian, which retells the tragic tale of Mandy, impregnat...
Monty Python: Almost the Truth (The Lawyer's Cut) - Theatrical Release
2010
as Self
This is a theatrical / movie adaptation of the TV Miniseries. Its chapters do not align with the episodes directly, so it necessarily must be held sep...
Monty Python in Aberystwyth
2009
as Self
In a strange turn of events, Sue Jones-Davies became the mayor of a Welsh town where Monty Python's Life of Brian was still banned - the film where sh...
Fawlty Towers: Re-Opened
2009
as Self
30 years after Fawlty Towers (1975) ended, Stephen Fry narrates a documentary about the making of this classic sitcom.
Around the World in 20 Years
2008
as Himself
To mark the twentieth anniversary of "Around the World in 80 Days" we went back to Dubai and India to retrace our steps and to see if we could find an...
Around the World in 20 Years
2008
Writer
To mark the twentieth anniversary of "Around the World in 80 Days" we went back to Dubai and India to retrace our steps and to see if we could find an...
Inside Shabby Road: The Music of 'The Rutles'
2008
as Self
Short documentary on the music of the 'prefab four', The Rutles. Shabby Road is where the band recorded most of their music, and it is the name of an...
Get Up and Go: The Making of 'The Rutles'
2008
as Self
Short documentary about the making of the film 'The Rutles: All You Need is Cash'.
The Last Day of World War One
2008
as Presenter
Telling the stories of the last soldiers to die in the Great War.
Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus
2008
as Self
Discover how six seemingly ordinary but supremely talented men became Monty Python, sketch comedy's inspired group of lunatics who turned such unlikel...
The Seventh Python
2008
as Self
Sean Connors Films, Ltd. Presents a Frozen Pictures production of The Seventh Python, a nonfiction musical feature film based on the life, work and un...
What Is Brazil?
2008
as Self
Rob Hedden's witty on-set documentary captures the revolutionary air that had begun to swirl around Brazil even before the controversy surrounding its...
Marty Feldman: Six Degrees of Separation
2008
as Self
A documentary about the legendary and influential comedian, actor and writer, who went out from the BBC to conquer Hollywood, but sadly the system qui...
Life Of Brian Screenplay
2008
as Wise Man #3, Mr. Big Nose, Francis, Mrs. A, Ex-Leper
An original illustrated 110 minute recording by The Pythons of their early screenplay in progress.
Life Of Brian Screenplay
2008
Screenplay
An original illustrated 110 minute recording by The Pythons of their early screenplay in progress.
Monty Python Conquers America
2008
as Self
This documentary follows the evolution of the British sketch comedy troupe that redefined humor and shaped an entire generation of American comics, fo...
Robbie the Reindeer in Close Encounters of the Herd Kind
2007
as Gariiiiiii (voice)
Robbie and Donner's wedding is interrupted when Donner is kidnapped by aliens. Robbie saves the day again though with the help of his friends and an a...
Hitler: The Comedy Years
2007
as Heinrich Himmler (archive footage) (uncredited)
A documentary about the portrayal of Adolf Hitler in popular culture.
What the Pythons Did Next...
2007
as Self (archive footage)
A look at the careers of John Cleese, Eric Idle, Graham Chapman, Michael Palin, Terry Jones and Terry Gilliam in the years after Monty Python's Flying...
The Secret Life of Brian
2007
as Self
A documentary about the making of the controversial Life of Brian and the surrounding accusations of blasphemy.
The South Bank Show: Spamalot
2006
Eric Idle is interviewed by Melvyn Bragg in this 2006 episode of The South Bank Show (1978). The surviving members of Monty Python discuss the huge su...
50 Films to See Before You Die
2006
as Self
Celebrating the relaunch of Film4 as a free-to-air TV channel, Channel4 counts down their list of the fop 50 films to see before you die, as compiled ...
Monty Python's Flying Circus—John Cleese's Personal Best
2006
as Various Characters
Monty Python's Personal Best is a miniseries of six one-hour specials, each showcasing the contributions of a particular Monty Python member. The show...
Monty Python's Flying Circus—Michael Palin's Personal Best
2006
Monty Python's Personal Best is a miniseries of six one-hour specials, each showcasing the contributions of a particular Monty Python member. The show...
Monty Python's Flying Circus—Terry Gilliam's Personal Best
2006
as Various Characters
Monty Python's Personal Best is a miniseries of six one-hour specials, each showcasing the contributions of a particular Monty Python member. The sho...
Monty Python's Flying Circus—Terry Jones' Personal Best
2006
as Various Characters
Monty Python's Personal Best is a miniseries of six one-hour specials, each showcasing the contributions of a particular Monty Python member. From his...
Monty Python's Flying Circus—Graham Chapman's Personal Best
2006
as Various Characters
Monty Python's Personal Best is a miniseries of six one-hour specials, each showcasing the contributions of a particular Monty Python member. The five...
Monty Python's Flying Circus—Eric Idle's Personal Best
2006
as Various Characters
Monty Python's Personal Best is a miniseries of six one-hour specials, each showcasing the contributions of a particular Monty Python member. Reportin...
Monty Python's Flying Circus—Graham Chapman's Personal Best
2006
as Various Characters
Monty Python's Personal Best is a miniseries of six one-hour specials, each showcasing the contributions of a particular Monty Python member. The five...
The Roots of Monty Python
2005
as Self (archive footage)
A look back at the origins of the ground breaking BBC comedy series Monty Python's Flying Circus.
John Peel's Record Box
2005
as Self
John Peel's Record Box is a documentary film made by Elaine Shepherd, released on 14 November 2005 on Channel 4. It was nominated for Primetime Emmy A...
Michael Palin & the Mystery of Hammershøi
2005
as Host
In 2005, Michael Palin set out to unlock the mysteries and find out about the background and life of Danish painter Vilhelm Hammershøi. Hammershøi pai...
Remember the Secret Policeman's Ball?
2004
as Self
The Secret Policeman benefit shows for Amnesty International brought together comedy grand masters - from Python and Beyond the Fringe - and performer...
Best Sellers or: Peter Sellers and 'Dr. Strangelove'
2004
as Self
Documentary about actor Peter Sellers and one of his most memorable film roles.
The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 1
2004
as Self (archive footage)
Compilation of the best Sketches of the first series of Monty Python's Flying Circus, which ran from 5 October 1969 to 11 January 1970. Memorable mom...
The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 2
2004
as Self (archive footage)
All the best sketches from the second series of the ground-breaking comedy. Memorable moments include: 'It's in the Mind'; 'The New Cooker Sketch'; 'N...
The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 3
2004
as Self (archive footage)
All the best sketches from the third and fourth series of the ground-breaking comedy. Memorable moments include: 'The Finals of the All-England Summar...
Concert for George
2003
as Self
As a memorial to George Harrison on the first anniversary of his passing, The Concert for George was held at the Royal Albert Hall in London on 29 Nov...
The Meaning of Making 'The Meaning of Life'
2003
as Self
The behind-the-scenes production documentary of Monty Python's 'Meaning Of Life.' This documentary is featured on the 2-disc Special Edition DVD for ...
Michael Palin and the Ladies Who Loved Matisse
2003
as Narrator
Michael Palin visits the Baltimore apartment gallery of Etta and Claribel Cone, wealthy American sisters who amassed one of the world's finest collect...
Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television
2002
as Himself - Presenter
Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television is a BBC documentary film that recounts David Attenborough's television career. It is present...
Spike Milligan I told you I was ill... A live tribute
2002
as Self
One of many tributes following the death of Spike Milligan. Comedians, actors and musicians join forces to present a live tribute featuring a selectio...
The Quest for the Holy Grail Locations
2001
as Self
A documentary with Terry Jones and Michael Palin travelling to the locations of "Monty Python and Holy Grail".
The Unknown Peter Sellers
2000
as Himself
Documentary about the life and career of a comic genius, Peter Sellers.
The Monty Python Story
1999
as Self
The story behind how the comedy sketch group Monty Python formed in 1969, and lead to four very series, and four very funny films that are still has f...
Monty Python: From Spam to Sperm
1999
as Self
Meatloaf introduces a look back at Python's use of music. Included interviews with the team, André Jacquemin and other conspirators.
Monty Python: 30th Anniversary Sketches
1999
as Self
The Sketches produced by the surviving Pythons for the BBC's celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the first showing of Monty Python on 5 October 196...
Monty Python: Pythonland
1999
Michael Palin presents a documentary discovering some of the places that were used as locations for the filming of Monty Python's Flying Circus
Monty Python: Live at Aspen
1998
as Self
In March 1998 in Aspen, Colorado, the surviving members of the Monty Python team – John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones and Michael Pali...
Palin on Redpath
1997
as Himself / Presenter
Michael Palin travels to France in search of the Mediterranean view on his wall, captured by his favourite artist, Scottish painter Anne Redpath. He t...
Palin on Redpath
1997
Writer
Michael Palin travels to France in search of the Mediterranean view on his wall, captured by his favourite artist, Scottish painter Anne Redpath. He t...
Fierce Creatures
1997
as Adrian 'Bugsy' Malone
Ex-policeman Rollo Lee is sent to run Marwood Zoo, the newly acquired business of a New Zealand tycoon. In order to meet high profit targets and keep ...
The Willows in Winter
1996
as Rat
Hailed as the "rightful heir" to "The Wind in the Willows", William Horwood's critically acclaimed sequel comes to magical life in this beautifully an...
The Wind in the Willows
1996
as The Sun
Jailed for his reckless driving, rambunctious Mr. Toad has to escape from prison when his beloved Toad Hall comes under threat from the wily weasels, ...
The Wind in the Willows
1995
as Rat
Jailed for his reckless driving, rambunctious Mr. Toad has to escape from prison when his beloved Toad Hall comes under threat from the wily weasels, ...
Tracey Ullman: A Class Act
1993
as Various
A short series of 15 minute programmes, really expanded sketches, in which Tracey Ullman and Michael Palin play various roles satirizing the British c...
The South Bank Show: Terry Gilliam
1991
Terry Gilliam is interviewed by Melvyn Bragg in this 1991 episode of The South Bank Show (1978). Gilliam speaks of his history with the British comedy...
Rabbit Ears - Jack and the Beanstalk
1991
as Narrator (voice)
When Jack sells his cow for some lousy looking beans, his mother goes into a rage and throws the beans out the window. However, Jack soon discovers th...
American Friends
1991
as Rev. Francis Ashby
Francis Ashby, a senior Oxford don on holiday alone in the Alps, meets holidaying American Caroline and her companion Elinor, the blossoming Irish-Ame...
American Friends
1991
Writer
Francis Ashby, a senior Oxford don on holiday alone in the Alps, meets holidaying American Caroline and her companion Elinor, the blossoming Irish-Ame...
The Witches
1990
as Witch at Meeting (uncredited)
A young boy named Luke and his grandmother go on vacation only to discover their hotel is hosting an international witch convention, where the Grand H...
Viz: The Documentary
1990
as Self
Tongue-in-cheek documentary about British adult humor magazine, Viz.
Life of Python
1990
as Self / Various Roles
This BBC documentary tells the history of the Python group, allowing a few glimpses at the works of its predecessors (At Last the 1948 Show, Do Not Ad...
Parrot Sketch Not Included: Twenty Years of Monty Python
1989
as Self / Various Characters
Steve Martin presents selected sketches from "Monty Python's Flying Circus (1969)". It's the well known sketches, though the parrot sketch is not incl...
Parrot Sketch Not Included: Twenty Years of Monty Python
1989
Writer
Steve Martin presents selected sketches from "Monty Python's Flying Circus (1969)". It's the well known sketches, though the parrot sketch is not incl...
The Art Of Travel With Michael Palin
1989
as Self
6 part series where Michael Palin discusses the different railways across Britain and their respective artwork.
The Movie Life of George
1989
as Self
When EMI refused to produce Monty Python's Life of Brian, George Harrison founded Handmade Pictures so that he could see the film. This is the story o...
The Secret Policeman’s Biggest Ball
1989
as Self
After the criticisms of the 1987 show’s disproportionate focus on music - and the financial disaster of its music-only Festival Of Youth weekend conce...
A Fish Called Wanda
1988
as Ken Pile
While a diamond advocate attempts to steal a collection of diamonds, troubles arise when he realises he’s not the only one after the collection.
John Cleese's First Farewell Performance
1988
as Self
A feature length documentary on the making of A Fish Called Wanda
Consuming Passions
1988
Theatre Play
Adapted from a play written by two Monty Python vets, this toothy satire launches with a tragic accident at Chumley's chocolate factory when hapless m...
Number 27
1988
Writer
The Grand Knockout Tournament
1987
as Self
The Grand Knockout Tournament (colloquially also known as It's a Royal Knockout) was a one-off charity event which was shown on British television on ...
East of Ipswich
1987
Writer
Seventeen-year-old Richard and his parents take their annual seaside holiday in a guesthouse on England's east coast in the 1950s. Julia, a teenage gi...
Comedians Do It On Stage
1986
as Self
A Group of Britain's top comedy and music performers gather at a London Theater, to give their support to the Oncology Club Fund. The Fund is a charit...
Brazil
1985
as Jack Lint
Low-level bureaucrat Sam Lowry escapes the monotony of his day-to-day life through a recurring daydream of himself as a virtuous hero saving a beautif...
A Private Function
1984
as Gilbert Chilvers
In the summer of 1947, Britain prepares to commemorate the wedding of Princess Elizabeth and Prince Phillip. To get around food-rationing laws, Dr. Ch...
The Dress
1984
as Howard
A BAFTA award winning drama about a mistake when buying a dress for his mistress leads Howard to look again at his wife.
Comic Roots: Michael Palin
1983
Short biographical documentary about comedian Michael Palin and his early interest in acting and comedy. Includes his education at the Shrewsbury Scho...
Monty Python's The Meaning of Life
1983
as Various Roles
Life's questions are 'answered' in a series of outrageous vignettes, beginning with a staid London insurance company which transforms before our eyes ...
The Crimson Permanent Assurance
1983
as Workman
A group of down-and-out accountants mutiny against their bosses and sail their office building onto the high seas in search of a pirate's life.
Monty Python's The Meaning of Life
1983
Screenplay
Life's questions are 'answered' in a series of outrageous vignettes, beginning with a staid London insurance company which transforms before our eyes ...
The Missionary
1982
as The Reverend Charles Fortescue
In 1905, after 10 years of missionary work in Africa, the Rev. Charles Fortesque is recalled to England, where his bishop gives him his new assignment...
The Missionary
1982
Writer, Producer
In 1905, after 10 years of missionary work in Africa, the Rev. Charles Fortesque is recalled to England, where his bishop gives him his new assignment...
Monty Python Live at the Hollywood Bowl
1982
as Various Roles
Monty Python perform many of their greatest sketches at the Hollywood Bowl, including several from pre-Python days.
Monty Python Live at the Hollywood Bowl
1982
Writer
Monty Python perform many of their greatest sketches at the Hollywood Bowl, including several from pre-Python days.
The Secret Policeman's Other Ball
1982
as Self - Various Roles
Following the success of the 1979 show and the financial benefits accruing to Amnesty from the spin-off movie, TV special and record albums – Cleese, ...
Time Bandits
1981
as Vincent
Young history buff Kevin can scarcely believe it when six dwarfs emerge from his closet one night. Former employees of the Supreme Being, they've purl...
Time Bandits
1981
Writer
Young history buff Kevin can scarcely believe it when six dwarfs emerge from his closet one night. Former employees of the Supreme Being, they've purl...
The Box
1981
as (voice)
Several individuals have been packed in a box; they disagree regarding what should be done.
The Box
1981
Screenplay
Several individuals have been packed in a box; they disagree regarding what should be done.
The Secret Policeman's Ball
1979
as Various Roles
Amnesty decided not to present a benefit show in 1978 in order to consider how to make better use of the performing talent so favourably disposed to a...
Roger of the Raj
1979
as Roger
On the eve of the Great War Roger Bartlesham's aristocratic parents are firm believers in the Empire though Roger, encouraged by socialist Latin teach...
Roger of the Raj
1979
Writer
On the eve of the Great War Roger Bartlesham's aristocratic parents are firm believers in the Empire though Roger, encouraged by socialist Latin teach...
Golden Gordon
1979
as Gordon Ottershaw
Barnestoneworth United is the worst football team of 1935, who lose every match. Gordon Ottershaw is, however, their loyal fan, determined to prevent ...
Golden Gordon
1979
Writer
Barnestoneworth United is the worst football team of 1935, who lose every match. Gordon Ottershaw is, however, their loyal fan, determined to prevent ...
Whinfrey's Last Case
1979
as Gerald Whinfrey
In 1913 the British government, hearing that the Germans are planning World War I, ask top agent Whinfrey to intervene, but instead he decides to go o...
Whinfrey's Last Case
1979
Writer
In 1913 the British government, hearing that the Germans are planning World War I, ask top agent Whinfrey to intervene, but instead he decides to go o...
Life of Brian
1979
as Wise Man #3 / Mr. Big Nose / Francis / Mrs. A / Ex-Leper / Announcer / Ben / Pontius Pilate / Boring Prophet / Eddie / Shoe Follower / Nisus Wettus
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...
Life of Brian
1979
Screenplay
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...
The Pythons: Somewhere in Tunisia, Circa A.D. 1979
1979
as Self
Ten years ago exactly, more or less, give or take a day or two, six young men sat down, or maybe stood, or perhaps some of them just lounged, and wrot...
The Rutles: All You Need Is Cash
1978
as Eric Manchester
The story of the rise and fall of the Pre-Fab Four.
The Curse of the Claw
1977
as Kevin Orr / Uncle Jack
Sir Kevin Orr is anxious to return the Sacred Claw of the Naga hills given him as a child by his uncle Jack but warned that unless it is returned befo...
The Curse of the Claw
1977
Writer
Sir Kevin Orr is anxious to return the Sacred Claw of the Naga hills given him as a child by his uncle Jack but warned that unless it is returned befo...
Across the Andes by Frog
1977
as Captain Walter Snetterton
Explorer Walter Snetterton and his party travel to the Andes to prove his theory that frogs are able to climb mountains. Due to the Cup Final the only...
Across the Andes by Frog
1977
Writer
Explorer Walter Snetterton and his party travel to the Andes to prove his theory that frogs are able to climb mountains. Due to the Cup Final the only...
Murder at Moorstones Manor
1977
as Charles Chiddingford
Sir Clive Chiddingfield invites his family to his birthday party at lonely Moorstones Manor but in the course of the evening half of those present are...
Murder at Moorstones Manor
1977
Writer
Sir Clive Chiddingfield invites his family to his birthday party at lonely Moorstones Manor but in the course of the evening half of those present are...
Escape from Stalag Luft 112B
1977
as Major Errol Phipps
During World War I Major Errol Phipps is determined to escape from Stalag Luft 112B but his attempts all fail. However all the other prisoners and the...
Escape from Stalag Luft 112B
1977
Writer
During World War I Major Errol Phipps is determined to escape from Stalag Luft 112B but his attempts all fail. However all the other prisoners and the...
The Testing of Eric Olthwaite
1977
as Eric Olthwaite / Bank Manager
Eric Olthwaite is so boring that his family all leave home to escape him. Then one day he is accidentally caught up in a bank robbery and discovers th...
The Testing of Eric Olthwaite
1977
Writer
Eric Olthwaite is so boring that his family all leave home to escape him. Then one day he is accidentally caught up in a bank robbery and discovers th...
The Broken Bottle
1977
Short sketch written by and starring Michael Palin and Terry Jones, of Monty Python.
Jabberwocky
1977
as Dennis Cooper
After the death of his father, young Dennis Cooper goes to town where he has to pass several adventures. The town and the whole kingdom is threatened ...
Pleasure at Her Majesty's
1976
as Self
The first of the Amnesty International comedy benefit galas. The title is a play on the phrase at Her Majesty's pleasure (the show was performed at He...
Tomkinson's Schooldays
1976
as Tomkinson / Headmaster / TV Introducer / Mr Craffitt
New boarder Tomkinson is thoroughly miserable at Graybridge public school where he has to fight the grizzly bear,get nailed to the wall on St Tadger's...
Tomkinson's Schooldays
1976
Writer
New boarder Tomkinson is thoroughly miserable at Graybridge public school where he has to fight the grizzly bear,get nailed to the wall on St Tadger's...
Three Men in a Boat
1975
as Harris
One hot June day, three friends decide there is nothing they would like to do more than to get away from London. A boating holiday with lots of fresh ...
Monty Python and the Holy Grail
1975
as First Swallow-Savvy Guard / Dennis / Peasant 2 / Right Head / Sir Galahad the Pure / Narrator / King of Swamp Castle / Brother Maynard's Brother / Leader of The Knights Who Say NI!
King Arthur, accompanied by his squire, recruits his Knights of the Round Table, including Sir Bedevere the Wise, Sir Lancelot the Brave, Sir Robin th...
Monty Python and the Holy Grail
1975
Writer
King Arthur, accompanied by his squire, recruits his Knights of the Round Table, including Sir Bedevere the Wise, Sir Lancelot the Brave, Sir Robin th...
Monty Python & the Holy Grail Location Report
1974
as Self
An documentarian from the BBC visits the set of Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975). This documentary shouldn't be viewed as a making of the film, ...
Henry Cleans Up
1974
as Henry
An educational comedy film from Guinness instructing how to clean out your pipes in the pub.
Henry Cleans Up
1974
Writer
An educational comedy film from Guinness instructing how to clean out your pipes in the pub.
Secrets
1973
Writer
Secrets Chocolates receive an unexpected sales boost when three maintenance workers fall into the chocolate vat and are fed through the production lin...
Is This a Record?
1973
as Various
John Cleese, Michael Palin and Terry Jones celebrate the Guinness Book of World Records.
Is This a Record?
1973
Additional Writing
John Cleese, Michael Palin and Terry Jones celebrate the Guinness Book of World Records.
Monty Python In The Netherlands
1973
Monty Python sketch created for Dutch television in 1973.
The Great Birds Eye Peas Relaunch 1971
1971
One of the least-known Monty Python rarities is “The Great Birds Eye Peas Relaunch of 1971,” a short advertising film that was made for the Birds Eye ...
The Great Birds Eye Peas Relaunch 1971
1971
Writer
One of the least-known Monty Python rarities is “The Great Birds Eye Peas Relaunch of 1971,” a short advertising film that was made for the Birds Eye ...
And Now for Something Completely Different
1971
as Gumby / Man with tape recorder / Phrasebook Author / Arthur Pewtey / Second self - defence student / Second Tenant / Lost His Wallet / Shrill Petrol Announcer / Milkman / Ernest Scribbler / Pet shop employee / Lumberjack / Headwaiter Gilberto / Herbert Anchovy / Blackmail Presenter / Gervais Brookhamster / Town Guild Lady
A collection of Monty Python's Flying Circus skits from the first two seasons of their British TV series.
And Now for Something Completely Different
1971
Screenplay
A collection of Monty Python's Flying Circus skits from the first two seasons of their British TV series.
Euroshow '71: May Day Special
1971
as Various (as Montypython Flyingcircus)
German made-for-TV musical extravaganza starring Monty Python.
Monty Python: Who's There?
1970
as Ken
An instructional film about canvassing, for the Labour Party and starring the Python team, showing Labour Party workers how to canvass for votes. Film...
Ending It All
1970
Michael Palin guides us on suicide in this humorous public information film on motorway safety.
How to Irritate People
1969
as Various
A pre-Monty Python mockumentary, written by and presented by John Cleese, that provides tips on learning how to irritate people.
Isadora Duncan, the Biggest Dancer in the World
1966
as Jazz Band Undertaker (uncredited)
The outrageous life of the American dancer of the 1920s, Isadora Duncan, whom Ken Russell described as "part genius and part charlatan".
Close-Up Toothpaste Relaunch
N/A
as salesman
One of the least-known Monty Python rarities is “The Close-up Toothpaste Relaunch,” a short advertising film. Follow Elida Gibbs' super salesman as he...
The Magic Faraway Tree
N/A
Soon after the Thompson family’s arrival in the countryside, the three children – Beth, Joe, and Fran – discover a magical tree and its extraordinary ...