
Monty Python and the Holy Grail
dir. Terry Jones
86
8 sourcesSynopsis
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".
Critics consensus
A cult classic as gut-bustingly hilarious as it is blithely ridiculous, Monty Python and the Holy Grail has lost none of its exceedingly silly charm.
What resonated with audiences
'Monty Python and the Holy Grail' is acclaimed for its absurdist humor, clever wordplay, and iconic characters. The film blends satire, surreal comedy, and historical parody, creating timeless appeal. Memorable scenes like the Black Knight and Bridge of Death contribute to its legacy. The ensemble cast, including Graham Chapman, John Cleese, and Eric Idle, enhances the comedic impact. Despite some critiques on pacing and repetitive jokes, its innovative animation and self-referential humor solidify its status as a comedy classic.

Directed byTerry Jones, Terry Gilliam
StarringGraham Chapman, John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones, Michael Palin
Written byTerry Jones, Eric Idle, Michael Palin
CinematographyTerry Bedford
EditingJohn Hackney
Monty Python and the Holy Grail
1975 · PG · 1h 31m
Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy
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".
