Monty Python's Flying Circus: Celebrating 50 Years of Laughter and Absurdity

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The discussion highlights the 50th anniversary of "Monty Python's Flying Circus," emphasizing its cultural significance and the recurring theme of fish throughout the series and related works. Key references include the talking fish in "The Meaning of Life," the poem about fish, and the skit involving Erik the pet fish. The conversation also touches on "A Fish Called Wanda," noting its partial connection to Monty Python, while participants express their admiration for the group's animation, songs, and sketches, sharing personal favorites. Overall, the thread celebrates the enduring impact of Monty Python's humor and creativity.
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I'm surprised that nobody has mentioned the 50th anniversary of "Monty Python's Flying Circus". It once figured prominently in an initiation ritual here, which started with the question in the thread title. :oldsmile:

 
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I think those fellows had a bit of a thing about fish.

There's the talking fish in a tank that open The Meaning of Life.
The avant-garde poem recitation about 'where is the fish', that 'went wherever I did go', in the same movie.
The skit about buying a license for Erik the pet fish
A Fish Called Wanda - at least partially Python.
 
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There were many hilarious bits in the Monty Python shows; that wasn’t one of them...
 
There are so many. I liked this one off the contractual obligation Album
Another fish theme
 
jtbell said:
I'm surprised that nobody has mentioned the 50th anniversary of "Monty Python's Flying Circus". It once figured prominently in an initiation ritual here, which started with the question in the thread title. :oldsmile:


I loved the pythons. The animation, songs sketches and films all brilliant.
This is one of my favourite sketches.
 
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