Where to watch Life of Brian (1979)
He's not the messiah...he's just a naughty boy.
As of 13 October 2026, Life of Brian isn't available to stream, rent or buy online in India.
Story
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.
Streaming, rent & buy options by country
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— India
Not available online in India right now.
✅ The US
Amazon Prime Video
fuboTV
Peacock Premium
Amazon Prime Video with Ads
Peacock Premium Plus
Shout! Factory Amazon Channel
The CW
Kanopy
Fawesome
The Roku ChannelThe CW
Pluto TV
Shout! Factory TV
Plex
Plex Channel
Amazon Video
Apple TV Store
Google Play Movies
YouTubeAmazon VideoApple TV StoreGoogle Play MoviesYouTube— The UK
Apple TV StoreAmazon VideoGoogle Play MoviesYouTubeApple TV StoreAmazon VideoGoogle Play MoviesYouTube— Pakistan
Not available online in Pakistan right now.
✅ Germany
RTL+
RTL+ Max Amazon Channel
Joyn Plus
Filmlegenden Amazon Channel
Kabel Eins Classics Amazon Channel
Seven Entertainment Amazon Channel
Magenta TV+Apple TV StoreAmazon VideoGoogle Play MoviesYouTubeApple TV StoreAmazon VideoGoogle Play MoviesYouTubeCast
Graham ChapmanWise Man #2 / Brian Cohen / Biggus Dickus
John CleeseWise Man #1 / Reg / Jewish Official / First Centurion / Deadly Dirk / Arthur
Terry GilliamMan Even Further Forward / Revolutionary / Jailer / Blood and Thunder Prophet / Frank / Audience Member / Crucifee
Eric IdleMr. Cheeky / Stan 'Loretta' / Harry the Haggler / Culprit Woman / Warris / Intensely Dull Youth / Jailer's Assistant / Otto / Lead Singer Crucifee
Terry JonesMandy Cohen / Colin / Simon the Holy Man / Bob Hoskins / Saintly Passer-by / Alarmed Crucifixion Assistant
Michael PalinWise Man #3 / Mr. Big Nose / Francis / Mrs. A / Ex-Leper / Announcer / Ben / Pontius Pilate / Boring Prophet / Eddie / Shoe Follower / Nisus Wettus
Terence BaylerGregory
Carol ClevelandMrs. Gregory
Kenneth ColleyJesus
Neil InnesA Weedy Samaritan
Charles McKeownFalse Prophet / Blind Man / Giggling Guard / Stig
John YoungMatthias, Son of Deuteronomy of Gath
Director: Terry Jones
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Life of Brian in India?
As of 13 October 2026, Life of Brian isn't available to stream, rent or buy online in India.
Where can I watch Life of Brian in the US?
As of 13 October 2026, Life of Brian (1979) is streaming in the US on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, The CW, Kanopy, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, Shout! Factory TV and Plex. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
Where can I watch Life of Brian in the UK?
As of 13 October 2026, Life of Brian isn't included with any subscription in the UK, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.
Where can I watch Life of Brian in Pakistan?
As of 13 October 2026, Life of Brian isn't available to stream, rent or buy online in Pakistan.
Where can I watch Life of Brian in Germany?
As of 13 October 2026, Life of Brian (1979) is streaming in Germany on RTL+, Joyn Plus, Filmlegenden Amazon Channel, Kabel Eins Classics Amazon Channel, Seven Entertainment Amazon Channel and Magenta TV+. You can also rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.
Is Life of Brian on Netflix?
As of 13 October 2026, Life of Brian is not on Netflix in India, the US, the UK, Pakistan or Germany.
Who is in the cast of Life of Brian?
Life of Brian stars Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle and Terry Jones, and is directed by Terry Jones.
How long is Life of Brian and is it any good?
Life of Brian runs 1h 34m and has an average user rating of 7.8/10 from 5,142 votes.