Life of Brian

1h 34m · 1979 · Directed by Terry Jones · 4.0 / 5 on Letterboxd

Life of Brian (1979) runs 1h 34m, directed by Terry Jones. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

Brian Cohen is an average young Jewish man, but through a series of ridiculous events, he gains a reputation as the Messiah. When he's not dodging his followers or being scolded by his shrill mother, the hapless Brian has to contend with the pompous Pontius Pilate and acronym-obsessed members of a separatist movement. Rife with Monty Python's signature absurdity, the tale finds Brian's life paralleling Biblical lore, albeit with many more laughs.

Genres: Comedy

Where to watch: Prime Video, Peacock (US, checked 9 July 2026)