Where to Watch Life of Brian (1979) (Legally)

Where to watch “Life of Brian” (1979) legally online? See US options first, with English-region fallbacks.

What to expect (spoiler-free)

If you’re considering “ (1979), this quick guide summarizes the essentials.

It sits in the Comedy space and is paced for about 94 minutes.

Top billed names include Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle.

The listed certification for some regions is “ (ratings vary by country).

Topics & keywords

roman empire, jewry, three kings, crucifixion, bethlehem, independence movement, satire, parody, religion, sermon on the mount, anarchic comedy, mother son relationship

Official trailer

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Plot

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.

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