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Monty Python were The Beatles
They were the surreal comedy troupe who took television by storm, made millions howl with laughter at their bizarre sketches and inspired a new generation of alternative humour. And now, thanks to this special film, fans of Monty Python can go behind the scenes as they prepare for their farewell reunion shows in London.
Neil Batey, The Mirror, 29th June 2014Monty Python at the O2 is what I call a dead parrot
The Pythons' sellout gig will deliver everything fans are expecting. But they still won't be funny - they never were.
Boris Starling, The Guardian, 27th June 2014Eddie Izzard recalls Monty Python's first US airing
In Izzard's current tour, he finds facts about the towns he performs in. In Dallas, someone submitted the fact that it was the first town in the USA to show Monty Python's Flying Circus.
Bill Young, Tellyspotting, 26th June 2014Monty Python: The last laugh?
The Monty Python reunion shows which begin next week sold out within a minute. Then the backlash began. So is this the glorious farewell of a comedy institution? Or a cynical, greedy stunt? Both, Eric Idle tells Paul Hoggart.
Paul Hoggart, The Independent, 24th June 2014Monty Python interview. Say no more.
The biggest reunion in comedy history is about to take place at the O2 Arena. We speak to the five surviving Pythons and find a bickering comedy 'family' who aren't going to go quietly.
Ben Williams & Andy Gotts, Time Out, 17th June 2014Monty Python on Monty Python
Who's the funniest? Who's the silliest? Is Michael Palin really that nice? We put some quickfire questions to the Monty Python team.
Ben Williams & Andy Gotts, Time Out, 17th June 2014Monty Python's best sketches (according to famous fans)
Simon Pegg, Eddie Izzard, Bob Odenkirk and other well-known Python addicts reveal which skits make them laugh the most.
Ben Williams, Time Out, 17th June 2014John Cleese interview
Ahead of the Monty Python reunion, the tallest and oldest member talks Life of Brian bliss, Meaning of Life disagreements and why the current BBC makes him sad.
Ben Williams, Time Out, 17th June 2014Monty Python - Time Out special
Interviews with all the members of Monty Python, plus other features related to their live show.
Ben Williams, Time Out, 17th June 2014Carol Cleveland on Monty Python Live
The "Female Python" also reveals some of the sketches that will be included in the spectacular return of the most famous comedy troupe to the London stage on July 1.
Ben Dowell, Radio Times, 16th June 2014