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Monty Python's Flying Circus (22 Fans)


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 "Monty Python's Flying Circus" Summary
 
The term 'ground-breaking' is so often used that it seems to have lost its impact. But love it or hate it there's no denying the indelible mark Monty Python's Flying Circus as left on television as it practically shaped our concept of what sketch comedy is all about.

Spanning four series, this show has little to no continuity; little to no repetition of characters; and little to no conformity with what is conventional comedy. Instead, it broke long standing traditions and til this day has yet to be outdone in the realm of pure zaniness.

One may be quick to dismiss this zaniness with low-brow humour, but often it was nothing of the sort. High culture references peppered the sketches. Furthermore, they often pointed their wit at contemporary conservative ideas and ideals, often satirically dissecting them and questioning their validity in modern society.

Note about this guide: The episode summaries listed are the official Monty Python sketch names, to make it easy finding your favourite ones.



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 "Monty Python's Flying Circus" Information
 
First Episode: 1: 1x01 -- Whither Canada? (Oct/05/1969)
Last Episode: 45: 4x06 -- Party Political Broadcast (Dec/05/1974)
Ratings:
10/10 (2 Votes cast)
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Classification: Variety
Genre: Comedy | Sketch/Improv
Status: Canceled/Ended
Network: BBC One ( United Kingdom)
Runtime: 30 Minutes
Premiere: October 05, 1969
Ended: December 05, 1974
Color: Color
 
 "Monty Python's Flying Circus" Cast
 
Graham Chapmanplayed
Various
John Cleeseplayed
Various (Series 1-3)
Terry Gilliamplayed
Various
Eric Idleplayed
Various
Terry Jones (1)played
Various
Michael Palinplayed
Various
Carol Clevelandplayed
Various
 
 "Monty Python's Flying Circus" Crew
 
ProducerJohn Howard Davies (1)
Production DesignerChristopher Thompson (2)  |  Roger Liminton
EditorRay Millichope  |  Howard Dell (2)
Make-upJoan Barrett (1)
Camera OperatorJames Balfour
AnimatorTerry Gilliam
OtherHazel Pethig  |  Otis Eddy
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