The Secret Policeman's Ball (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Series · ★ 5

Released in 1976, The Secret Policeman's Ball is a comedy series.
What it’s about. A series of benefit shows staged initially in the United Kingdom to raise funds for the human rights organisation Amnesty International. The shows started in 1976 featuring popular British comedians but later included leading musicians and actors. The Secret Policeman's Ball shows are credited by many prominent entertainers with having galvanised them to become involved with Amnesty and other social and political causes in succeeding years.
Who’s in it. The Secret Policeman's Ball stars John Cleese as Self, Michael Palin as Self, Terry Jones as Self and Graham Chapman as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Secret Policeman's Ball has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Secret Policeman's Ball page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Secret Policeman's Ball tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Secret Policeman's Ball (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Secret Policeman's Ball change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Secret Policeman's Ball worth watching?
- The Secret Policeman's Ball holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Secret Policeman's Ball?
- The Secret Policeman's Ball stars John Cleese, Michael Palin, Terry Jones, Graham Chapman and Terry Gilliam.
- When was The Secret Policeman's Ball released?
- The Secret Policeman's Ball was released in 1976.
