---
title: "Monty Python and the Holy Grail"
year: 1975
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/monty-python-and-the-holy-grail-1975"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 762
imdb_id: "tt0071853"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 91
community_rating: 7.8
vote_count: 6475
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/monty-python-and-the-holy-grail-1975

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Monty Python and the Holy Grail is a 1975 film that follows King Arthur as he travels to recruit his Knights of the Round Table. The group includes Sir Bedevere the Wise, Sir Lancelot the Brave, Sir Robin the Not-Quite-So-Brave-As-Sir-Lancelot, and Sir Galahad the Pure. Accompanied by his squire, Arthur encounters various challenges during his journey. One notable confrontation occurs when Arthur battles the Black Knight. Even after the Black Knight loses all of his limbs during the fight, he insists that he is still capable of continuing the battle. Eventually, Arthur and his companions arrive at the location of Camelot. Upon reaching their destination, Arthur makes the decision not to enter the site, concluding that it is a silly place. The narrative focuses on these interactions and the unconventional nature of the quest undertaken by the King and his knights. The film portrays these characters as they navigate their surroundings and encounter obstacles while searching for the Holy Grail.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "King Arthur recruits his Knights of the Round Table for a humorous quest."

### Why Watch
- features the Monty Python comedy group
- based on the Arthurian legend

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains very silly situations
- Tone & Suitability: The film features comedic fantasy elements and silly situations.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, adventure, fantasy, silly

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, Britbox Apple TV Channel, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Peacock Premium Plus, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel | The CW, Kanopy, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, BritBox Amazon Channel, BritBox, Britbox Apple TV Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Crave | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones
- **Networks / Studios**: Python (Monty) Pictures, Michael White Productions, National Film Trustee Company

## Key Cast Continuity

- **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*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Monty Python and the Holy Grail released?
It was released in 1975.

### Q: Who wrote and performed the film?
It was written and performed by the Monty Python comedy group.

### Q: What is the genre of the film?
It is a British comedy film based on the Arthurian legend, incorporating adventure and fantasy.

### Q: Which knights does King Arthur recruit?
He recruits Sir Bedevere the Wise, Sir Lancelot the Brave, Sir Robin the Not-Quite-So-Brave-As-Sir-Lancelot, and Sir Galahad the Pure.

### Q: What happens when they reach Camelot?
Arthur decides not to enter because he considers it a silly place.

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