It's... The Monty Python Story
- TV documentary
- BBC Two
- 1999
- 1 episode
The ever-flamboyant Eddie Izzard searches for the roots of Monty Python's surreal humour. He's helped by the Pythons themselves and other interviewees. Features Eddie Izzard, Terry Jones, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam, Michael Palin and more.
See also
Monty Python
A guide to the film and TV work of Monty Python.
He's Not The Messiah, He's A Very Naughty Boy
Radio 2 documentary presented by Sanjeev Bhaskar looking at the success of Monty Python's Life Of Brian.
Monty Python's Wonderful World Of Sound
Noel Fielding and Julian Barratt meet Michael Palin, Terry Jones, Eric Idle and Terry Gilliam to talk about Monty Python's classic comedy albums.
Holy Flying Circus
Dramatisation of the blasphemy row that surrounded the film Monty Python's Life Of Brian.
Monty Python: Almost The Truth
40th anniversary documentary celebrating and exploring the story of the Monty Python comedy troupe "from start to finish".
A Liar's Autobiography
Suitably psychedelic animated film of Graham Chapman's fictionalised autobiography.
The Meaning Of Monty Python
A discussion between John Cleese, Michael Palin, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam and Terry Jones about their film The Meaning of Life.
Imagine... Monty Python: And Now For Something Rather Similar
Alan Yentob meets with the surviving Pythons as they prepare for their reunion show at the O2 arena.
Monty Python Live (Mostly)
A live broadcast of the world's most influential sketch troupe on the final night of their reunion shows at the O2 Arena.
Monty Python: The Meaning Of Live
Documentary focusing on the live shows by Monty Python, featuring rare backstage footage and new interviews.
Monty Python's Best Bits (Mostly)
Five-part series celebrating the best of Monty Python's Flying Circus. Hugh Bonneville hosts.
Monty Python's Personal Best
Documentary series focusing on each of the Monty Python stars in turn, with new footage and original clips. Filmed in 2006 for American TV.
Parrot Sketch Not Included: 20 Years Of Monty Python
Compilation special, celebrating 20 years of the Monty Python comedy group.