Monty
Python is the collective name of the creators and
stars of Monty Python's Flying Circus, a British television comedy
sketch show conceived, written, and performed by Graham Chapman, John
Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, and Michael Palin. It
first aired on October 5, 1969 and eventually comprised 45 episodes
over 4 series. The Python phenomenon developed from the original
television series into something much larger in scope and impact,
spawning touring stage shows, 5 theatrically released films, numerous
albums, several books, and a spinoff stage musical, as well as
launching the members on to individual stardom.
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