Monty Python and the Holy Grail
"And now! At Last! Another film completely different from some of the other films which aren't quite the same as this one is."
Originally released in 1975. Monty Python and the Holy Grail is a adventure/comedy film. directed by Terry Jones.
Starring Graham Chapman, John Cleese, and Eric Idle
Synopsis
King Arthur, accompanied by his squire, recruits his Knights of the Round Table, including Sir Bedevere the Wise, Sir Lancelot the Brave, Sir Robin the Not-Quite-So-Brave-As-Sir-Lancelot and Sir Galahad the Pure. On the way, Arthur battles the Black Knight who, despite having had all his limbs chopped off, insists he can still fight. They reach Camelot, but Arthur decides not to enter, as "it is a silly place".
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 3, 1975
50 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (6,204 votes)
Budget
$400K
Production budget
Box Office
$5.8M
14.4x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Graham Chapman
as King Arthur / Voice of God / Middle Head / Hiccoughing Guard
John Cleese
as Second Swallow-Savvy Guard / The Black Knight / Peasant 3 / Sir Launcelot the Brave / Taunting French Guard / Tim the Enchanter
Eric Idle
as Dead Collector / Peasant 1 / Sir Robin the Not-Quite-So-Brave-as-Sir Launcelot / First Swamp Castle Guard / Concorde / Roger the Shrubber / Brother Maynard
Terry Gilliam
as Patsy / Green Knight / Old Man from Scene 24 (Bridgekeeper) / Sir Bors / Animator / Gorilla Hand
Terry Jones
as Dennis's Mother / Sir Bedevere / Left Head / Prince Herbert / Voice of Cartoon Scribe
Michael Palin
as First Swallow-Savvy Guard / Dennis / Peasant 2 / Right Head / Sir Galahad the Pure / Narrator / King of Swamp Castle / Brother Maynard's Brother / Leader of The Knights Who Say NI!
Connie Booth
as The Witch
Carol Cleveland
as Zoot / Dingo
Neil Innes
as First Monk / Singing Minstrel / Page Crushed by the Rabbit / Peasant #4
Bee Duffell
as Old Crone
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $400,000
- Revenue
- $5,763,644
Production Companies
- Python (Monty) Pictures
- Michael White Productions
- National Film Trustee Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monty Python and the Holy Grail about?
King Arthur, accompanied by his squire, recruits his Knights of the Round Table, including Sir Bedevere the Wise, Sir Lancelot the Brave, Sir Robin the Not-Quite-So-Brave-As-Sir-Lancelot and Sir Ga...
Who directed Monty Python and the Holy Grail?
Monty Python and the Holy Grail was directed by Terry Jones.
How long is Monty Python and the Holy Grail?
Monty Python and the Holy Grail has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was Monty Python and the Holy Grail released?
Monty Python and the Holy Grail was released on April 3, 1975 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Monty Python and the Holy Grail?
The main cast of Monty Python and the Holy Grail includes Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones.
Is Monty Python and the Holy Grail worth watching?
Monty Python and the Holy Grail has a user rating of 7.8/10 based on 6,204 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.