Brian was born in a Bethlehem manger next door to Jesus. Three wise men believe he is the messiah, but it becomes apparent that he is only Brian.
Directed by
Terry Jones
Written by
Graham Chapman (written by); John Cleese (written by); Terry Gilliam (written by); Eric Idle (written by); Terry Jones (written by); Michael Palin (written by).
Starring
Graham Chapman (Wise Man #2 / Brian Cohen / Biggus Dickus); John Cleese (Wise Man #1 / Reg / Jewish Official / Centurion / Deadly Dirk / Arthur); Terry Gilliam (Man Even Further Forward / Revolutionary / Jailer / Blood & Thunder Prophet / Frank / Audience Member / Crucifee); Eric Idle (Mr. Cheeky / Stan (Loretta) / Harry the Haggler / Culprit Woman / Warris / Intensely Dull Youth / Jailer's Assistant / Otto / Lead Singer Crucifee); Terry Jones (Mandy Cohen / Colin / Simon the Holy Man / Bob Hoskins / Saintly Passer-by / Alarmed Crucifixion Assistant); Michael Palin (Wise Man #3 / Mr. Big Nose / Francis / Mrs. A / Ex-Leper / Announcer / Ben / Pontius Pilate / Boring Prophet / Eddie / Shoe Follower / Nisus Wettus); Terence Bayler (Gregory); Carol Cleveland (Mrs. Gregory); Kenneth Colley (Jesus). Please contact SFC to add other cast members and characters.
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