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A 2009 television documentary series in six parts that covers 40 years of the surreal comedy group Monty Python, from Flying Circus to present day projects such as the musical Spamalot. The series highlights their childhood, schooling and university life, and pre-Python work. The series featured new interviews with surviving members John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones and Michael Palin, alongside archive interview footage of Graham Chapman and interviews with several associates of the Pythons, including Carol Cleveland, Neil Innes and Chapman's partner David Sherlock, along with commentary from modern comedians.
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A 2009 television documentary series in six parts that covers 40 years of the surreal comedy group Monty Python, from Flying Circus to present day projects such as the musical Spamalot. The series highlights their childhood, schooling and university life, and pre-Python work. The series featured new interviews with surviving members John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones and Michael Palin, alongside archive interview footage of Graham Chapman and interviews with several associates of the Pythons, including Carol Cleveland, Neil Innes and Chapman's partner David Sherlock, along with commentary from modern comedians.
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Episode 1
The birth of Monty Python. Join members as they tell the tale of how their lives and careers began Post-WWII to the culmination of Monty Python's Flying Circus.
Directed by Bill Jones, Ben Timlett, Alan G. Parker
Episode 2
Catch up with The Pythons as they remember Monty Python's Flying Circus' early struggles turned extreme successes with sketches influencing generations to come.
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Episode 3
Join Monty Python members as they discuss BBC censorship, unwanted celebrity status, member Graham Chapman, Python controversy and Cleese's departure.
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Episode 4
Comedic team Monty Python document arriving in the U.S. and leaving TV to dive headfirst into film and the ups and downs with their project Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
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Episode 5
The genesis of "The Life of Brian" takes center stage, including the backlash over its supposed blasphemy and how George Harrison saved the day.
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Episode 6
The Gang recalls their last movie, The Meaning of Life and its relevance to Graham Chapman's memorial service. Comedians and celebrities discuss Python's influence.
Where to watch Monty Python: Almost the Truth (The Lawyer's Cut)Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Graham ChapmanSelf (archive footage)
John CleeseSelf
Michael PalinSelf
Eric IdleSelf
Terry GilliamSelf
Terry JonesSelf
Carol ClevelandSelf
Neil InnesSelf
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