The Roots of Monty Python is a 2005 documentary. It explores the early work of the British comedic group that rose to fame internationally in the 1970s: Monty Python. In the movie, present-day British comedians are interviewed about how Monty Python has influenced their own work. Ralph Griffiths directed the documentary.
Here’s how you can watch and stream The Roots of Monty Python via streaming services such as Amazon Prime Video.
Is The Roots of Monty Python available to watch via streaming?
Yes, The Roots of Monty Python is available to watch via streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
The documentary explores the beginning with the group’s early involvement in the BBC series Do Not Adjust Your Set in the early years of the 1960s. The ensemble was well-known for their desire to breach the fourth wall and their illogical comedy. They started their own comic show, Monty Python’s Flying Circus, in 1969, and it became well-liked on British television very soon for its bizarre humor, jokes, and readiness to address sensitive topics. The documentary also looks at the group’s work on movie projects, which helped establish Monty Python’s name with critical and commercial wins like Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Life of Brian and The Meaning of Life.
Kevin McCarthy, Neil Innes, Graham McTavish, and Tom Binns feature in the documentary.
Watch The Roots of Monty Python streaming via Amazon Prime Video
The Roots of Monty Python is available to watch on Amazon Prime Video.
Amazon Prime Video’s 2023 comedy movie list includes No Hard Feelings, Joy Ride, Anyone but You, Wonka, Polote Society, and Cocaine Bear.
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The Roots of Monty Python’s official synopsis is as follows:
“A look back at the origins of the ground breaking BBC comedy series Monty Python’s Flying Circus.“
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