Monty Python's Personal Best

Monty Python's Personal Best (2006)

EndedScripted showComedy

Monty Python's Personal Best is a miniseries of six one-hour specials, each showcasing the contributions of a particular Monty Python member. Produced by Python (Monty) Pictures Ltd., the series first aired on PBS stations 22 February 2006, though two episodes were initially released on Region 1 DVD in 2005; the remaining episodes were released in late February 2006. The five surviving members (Eric Idle, Terry Jones, Terry Gilliam, Michael Palin and John Cleese) were invited to select favourite sketches they wrote or starred in, from the Monty Python's Flying Circus TV series as well as the troupe's films. All five collaborated on the sixth episode, a tribute to deceased Python Graham Chapman.

Streaming

Watch Now

Network
Scheduleevery Wednesday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Terry Jones's Personal BestMar 8, 2006
S01E05Michael Palin's Personal BestMar 8, 2006
S01E04Terry Gilliam's Personal BestMar 1, 2006
S01E03John Cleese's Personal BestMar 1, 2006
S01E02Graham Chapman's Personal BestFeb 22, 2006
View all episodesView all seasons

Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Monty Python's Personal Best premiere?

Monty Python's Personal Best premiered on October 18, 2006.

Who were the creators of Monty Python's Personal Best?

Monty Python's Personal Best was created by the members of the comedy group Monty Python, including Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, and Michael Palin.

How many episodes were there in Monty Python's Personal Best?

Monty Python's Personal Best consisted of six episodes, each focusing on the favorite sketches and moments of a different member of the Monty Python troupe.

What was the format of Monty Python's Personal Best?

Monty Python's Personal Best followed a documentary-style format, with each episode featuring interviews and commentary from the respective Python member, as well as clips from their favorite sketches.

Which Python member was featured in the first episode of Monty Python's Personal Best?

The first episode of Monty Python's Personal Best featured the favorite sketches and moments of John Cleese.

What were some of the sketches featured in John Cleese's Personal Best episode?

Some of the sketches featured in John Cleese's Personal Best episode included "The Ministry of Silly Walks," "The Dead Parrot Sketch," and "The Spanish Inquisition."

Who were some of the guest stars that appeared in Monty Python's Personal Best?

Monty Python's Personal Best featured guest appearances from notable comedians and actors such as Steve Martin, Eddie Izzard, and Stephen Fry.

Which Python member was featured in the second episode of Monty Python's Personal Best?

The second episode of Monty Python's Personal Best featured the favorite sketches and moments of Terry Gilliam.

What were some of the sketches featured in Terry Gilliam's Personal Best episode?

Some of the sketches featured in Terry Gilliam's Personal Best episode included "The Lumberjack Song," "The Fish-Slapping Dance," and "The Ministry of Silly Walks."

Which Python member was featured in the third episode of Monty Python's Personal Best?

The third episode of Monty Python's Personal Best featured the favorite sketches and moments of Eric Idle.

What were some of the sketches featured in Eric Idle's Personal Best episode?

Some of the sketches featured in Eric Idle's Personal Best episode included "The Nudge Nudge Sketch," "The Argument Clinic," and "The Lumberjack Song."

Which Python member was featured in the fourth episode of Monty Python's Personal Best?

The fourth episode of Monty Python's Personal Best featured the favorite sketches and moments of Terry Jones.

What were some of the sketches featured in Terry Jones's Personal Best episode?

Some of the sketches featured in Terry Jones's Personal Best episode included "The Spanish Inquisition," "The Cheese Shop," and "The Lumberjack Song."

Which Python member was featured in the fifth episode of Monty Python's Personal Best?

The fifth episode of Monty Python's Personal Best featured the favorite sketches and moments of Michael Palin.

What were some of the sketches featured in Michael Palin's Personal Best episode?

Some of the sketches featured in Michael Palin's Personal Best episode included "The Fish-Slapping Dance," "The Dead Parrot Sketch," and "The Argument Clinic."

Which Python member was featured in the final episode of Monty Python's Personal Best?

The final episode of Monty Python's Personal Best featured the favorite sketches and moments of Graham Chapman.

What were some of the sketches featured in Graham Chapman's Personal Best episode?

Some of the sketches featured in Graham Chapman's Personal Best episode included "The Cheese Shop," "The Nudge Nudge Sketch," and "The Dead Parrot Sketch."

Also known as

  • Monty Python: Egyéni csúcsok (Hungary)

Recently Updated Shows

Recently updated shows that might be of your interest.
Ballard
Running

Ballard

Detective Renée Ballard is tasked with running the LAPD's new cold case division—a poorly funded, all-volunteer unit with the largest case load in the city. Ballard approaches these frozen-in-time cases with empathy and determination. When she uncovers a larger conspiracy during her investigations, she'll lean on the assistance of her retired ally, Harry Bosch, to navigate the dangers that threaten both her unit and her life.
 

GenreDrama, Crime
True Detective
Running

True Detective

Touch darkness and darkness touches you back. True Detective centers on troubled cops and the investigations that drive them to the edge. Each season features a new cast and a new case.

True Detective is an American anthology crime drama television series created and written by Nic Pizzolatto. 

The Terror
Running

The Terror

The Terror is an American anthology television series exploring historical speculative fiction based on true events.

The series is named after Dan Simmons's 2007 novel, which serves as the basis for the first season and is a fictionalized account of Captain Sir John Franklin's lost expedition to the Arctic in 1845–1848.

The second season, subtitled Infamy, bears no relation to the book or first season and is mostly set in an American-run Japanese internment camp during World War II.

Shōgun
Running

Shōgun

Shōgun is set in Japan in the year 1600 at the dawn of a century-defining civil war. Lord Yoshii Toranaga is fighting for his life as his enemies on the Council of Regents unite against him, when a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village.

Sugar
Running

Sugar

John Sugar is an American private investigator on the heels of the mysterious disappearance of Olivia Siegel, the beloved granddaughter of legendary Hollywood producer Jonathan Siegel. As Sugar tries to determine what happened to Olivia, he will also unearth Siegel family secrets; some very recent, others long-buried.