
Monty Python’s influence on comedy has been compared to the Beatles’ influence on music, a pivotal moment in the evolution of television humor. Celebrating the cultural legacy and influence of the troupe, this special pairs their original material with new and entertaining commentary from celebrities who consider Monty Python hugely significant, both personally and to the history of screen satire. Celebrity humorists discuss, laugh, and reminisce about various Python segments and bring a fresh perspective to the material, connecting Monty Python’s work to today’s most successful television humor. In a time when a few moments of escape and laughter couldn’t be more sought after, this special reminds viewers of Python’s cultural impact, and that PBS introduced them to American viewers.
Ratings
3.5
Cast

Seth Green
Self

David Cross
Self

Frank Conniff
Self
Mike Drucker
Self
Lizzy Cooperman
Self

Reggie Watts
Self

Paula Poundstone
Self

Steven Wright
Self

Patton Oswalt
Self

Dana Gould
Self

Brian Posehn
Self

Simon Jones
Self
Chris Barsanti
Self
Jimmy Tingle
Self
Darl Larson
Self

Todd Rundgren
Self

Jonathan Krisel
Self
Ben Sherlock
Self

Graham Chapman
Self (archive footage)(uncredited)

John Cleese
Self (archive footage)(uncredited)

Terry Gilliam
Self (archive footage)(uncredited)

Eric Idle
Self (archive footage)(uncredited)

Terry Jones
Self (archive footage)(uncredited)

Michael Palin
Self (archive footage)(uncredited)

Carol Cleveland
Self (archive footage)(uncredited)
Crew
Details
Release Date
2021-06-05
Runtime
58 min
Original Language
English
Languages
English
Production Companies
PBS
Countries
Genres
Documentary
Comedy