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Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus

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Discover how six seemingly ordinary but supremely talented men became Monty Python, sketch comedy's inspired group of lunatics who turned such unlikely sources of inspiration as Spam, dead parrots and the Inquisition into enduring punch lines. This entertaining documentary includes interviews with members of the troupe, as well as home movies, photos and rare recordings from Monty Python's early years.

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Status: Released

Released Date: 2008-07-01

Runtime: 55 mins

Director: Will Yapp

Spoken language: English

Genres: Documentary, Comedy

Original title: Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus

Production Companies: A+E Networks

Production Countries: United Kingdom

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