Life of Python (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 7.5

Released in 1990, Life of Python is a comedy and documentary film directed by Mark Redhead, running about 57 minutes.
What it’s about. This BBC documentary tells the history of the Python group, allowing a few glimpses at the works of its predecessors (At Last the 1948 Show, Do Not Adjust Your Sets etc.) and various interviews with the group's members and other associated artists.
Who’s in it. Life of Python stars John Cleese as Himself / Various Roles (also archive footage), Graham Chapman as Various Roles (archive footage) (uncredited), Eric Idle as Self / Various Roles and Michael Palin as Self / Various Roles, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Life of Python has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Life of Python page.
If you liked it. Fans of Life of Python tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Life of Python (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Life of Python change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Life of Python worth watching?
- Life of Python holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Life of Python?
- Life of Python stars John Cleese, Graham Chapman, Eric Idle, Michael Palin and Terry Jones.
- When was Life of Python released?
- Life of Python was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 57 minutes.