Monty Python’s Life of Brian (1979) (Special Features)

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Criterion | 1979 | 94 min | Rated R | Apr 14, 2026

# **Monty Python’s Life of Brian (1979) – Criterion Special Features Disc**

**Dive deep into the creation of Monty Python’s legendary comedic masterpiece with this essential collection of supplemental features and behind-the-scenes content from The Criterion Collection.**

Whether you’re a die-hard Python enthusiast or a film history buff, this standalone Special Features edition offers an unparalleled look into the making, controversy, and enduring comedy legacy of *Life of Brian*.

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### **Product Highlights & Specifications**

* **Label:** The Criterion Collection
* **Format:** Blu-ray (Special Features / Bonus Disc)
* **Release Year:** 1979
* **Rating:** R

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### **Special Features Include:**

* **Audio Commentaries:** In-depth commentary tracks featuring Monty Python members John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones, and Michael Palin.
* **Making-Of Documentaries:** Comprehensive featurettes detailing the film’s production, funding struggles, and ultimate release.
* **Deleted Scenes & Outtakes:** Rare and unreleased comedic sequences cut from the original release.
* **Archival Promotional Material:** Original theatrical trailers, radio spots, and rare promotional gallery items.
* **Retrospective Interviews:** Cast and crew reflections on the film’s cultural impact and satire.