Holy Flying Circus (2011)

Name: Holy Flying Circus
Genre: TV Movie, Comedy, Drama
Released: 2011
Duration: 89 min
Rating: 6.3
Cast: Stephen Fry, Darren Boyd, Charles Edwards, Rufus Jones, Phil Nichol

1h 29m United Kingdom

TV Movie Comedy Drama

Plot

Set against the backdrop of 1979, the story delves into the controversy surrounding Monty Python's "Life of Brian." As the comedy troupe faces intense scrutiny and backlash for their unconventional take on religion, the film creatively explores the clash between artistic freedom and public outrage. With humor and wit, it captures the absurdity of the situation while highlighting the broader conversation about the limits of comedy. Audiences are treated to a whimsical yet thought-provoking narrative that showcases the irreverent spirit of Monty Python during a pivotal moment in comedy history.

Cast

Stephen Fry Darren Boyd Charles Edwards Rufus Jones Phil Nichol Tom Fisher Steve Punt Mark Heap Alex Macqueen David Birrell Robin Sebastian Geoffrey McGivern Rupert Vansittart Michael Cochrane Roy Marsden