IMDb 7.6 2014 HD

Monty Python: The Meaning of Live

Monty Python: The Meaning of Live

2014
Comedy Documentary
96 min NR USA
7.383 / 10
7.6 IMDB

With unprecedented access, this program reveals the humour, chaos and passion that went into bringing the Flying Circus to the stage cumulating in the legendary One Down, Five…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director James Rogan / Roger Graef
Starring
John Cleese / Terry Gilliam / Eric Idle / Michael Palin / Terry Jones / Carol Cleveland / Professor Brian Cox / Stephen Hawking

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

hilarious insightful chaotic nostalgic endearing energetic behind-the-scenes dedication amusing warm lovable memorable

Reviews

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Genevieve Dubois
Apr 22, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

This documentary is a warm, witty, and ultimately touching portrait of comedic titans at work. 'Monty Python: The Meaning of Live' captures the spirit of the Flying Circus as John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Michael Palin, and…

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Caleb Thorne
Apr 22, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

'Monty Python: The Meaning of Live' delves into the nuts and bolts of staging a massive comedy event, focusing on the 'One Down, Five To Go' show. It provides unprecedented access, showcasing the humour and the logistical nightmares…

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Beatrice Hayes
Apr 22, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

For devotees of the Flying Circus, 'Monty Python: The Meaning of Live' is an absolute treat. It’s a celebration of enduring friendship and comedic resilience, as the surviving members – John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Michael Palin,…

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Arthur Finch
Apr 22, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

As a document of the creative labour behind the 'One Down, Five To Go' stage show, 'Monty Python: The Meaning of Live' succeeds admirably. It captures the inherent chaos and the considerable passion that John Cleese, Terry Gilliam,…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 22, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

This documentary offers a rare and utterly charming glimpse into the mechanics of comedy legend. 'Monty Python: The Meaning of Live' doesn't just show the final product of their stage reunion; it immerses you in the joyous, often…

FAQs

'One Down, Five To Go' refers to the specific stage show that 'Monty Python: The Meaning of Live' chronicles. This title itself hints at the Pythons' characteristic wit, possibly alluding to a final hurrah or a significant milestone in their careers. The documentary uses this ambitious production as the framework to explore the humour, the challenges, and the passion that went into reuniting the legendary comedians for a live audience.