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Movies with John Cleese
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About John Cleese
John Cleese is a comedic titan whose talents have spanned decades and genres, from the zany brilliance of Monty Python to the delightfully dysfunctional Fawlty Towers. With his towering presence, impeccable timing, and knack for physical comedy, Cleese has carved out a singular space in the pantheon of film and television greats. Emerging from the hallowed halls of the Cambridge Footlights in the 1960s, Cleese first captivated audiences as a writer and performer on the iconic sketch show The Frost Report. But it was his work with the Monty Python troupe that truly cemented his legacy, as he brought to life a bevy of unforgettable characters in cinematic gems like Monty Python and the Holy Grail and The Life of Brian. Cleese's ability to balance slapstick absurdity with biting social commentary has made him a beloved figure among comedy connoisseurs and casual viewers alike. In more recent years, Cleese has continued to delight fans with his inimitable talents, from the delightfully curmudgeonly Basil Fawlty in the beloved sitcom Fawlty Towers to his scene-stealing turns in films like A Fish Called Wanda and the Harry Potter franchise. Whether wielding a cattle prod or delivering a withering putdown, Cleese's singular charisma and commitment to the craft of comedy have cemented his status as one of the true greats of the medium.
Known for: Acting
Fawlty Towers: The Play (2025)
John Cleese Packs It In (2025)
The Cancellation Of Fawlty Towers (2025)
The Roast of John Cleese (2024)
Fawlty Towers: 50 Years of Laughs (2023)
Rally Road Racers (2023)
The Martini Shot (2023)
The Palace (2023)
Daddy Daughter Trip (2022)
Alexander Pope: Rediscovering a Genius (2021)
Clifford the Big Red Dog (2021)
Father Christmas Is Back (2021)
Monty Python's Best Bits Celebrated (2021)
Why Are We (Not) Creative? (2021)
The Very Excellent Mr. Dundee (2020)
Time Warp Vol. 1: Midnight Madness (2020)
Time Warp Vol. 3: Comedy and Camp (2020)
An Accidental Studio (2019)
Arctic Dogs (2019)
Assholes: A Theory (2019)
Python at 50: Silly Talks and Holy Grails (2019)
The Naked Wanderer (2019)
Charming (2018)
Elliot: The Littlest Reindeer (2018)
Michael Palin: A Life on Screen (2018)
Why Are We Creative? (2018)
Albion: The Enchanted Stallion (2016)
British Sitcom: 60 Years of Laughing at Ourselves (2016)
Trolls (2016)
A.C.O.R.N.S.: Operation Crackdown (2015)
Absolutely Anything (2015)
Behind Over the Garden Wall (2015)
Monty Python Live (Mostly) (2014)
Monty Python: And Now for Something Rather Similar (2014)
Monty Python: The Meaning of Live (2014)
Spud 3: Learning to Fly (2014)
Planes (2013)
Spud 2: The Madness Continues (2013)
The Meaning of Monty Python (2013)
A Liar's Autobiography: The Untrue Story of Monty Python's Graham Chapman (2012)
Anatomy of a Liar (2012)
God Loves Caviar (2012)
The Many Faces of Ronnie Barker (2012)
Beethoven's Christmas Adventure (2011)
John Cleese: The Alimony Tour Live (2011)
The Big Year (2011)
The Undefeated (2011)
Winnie the Pooh (2011)
Monty Python: Almost the Truth (The Lawyer's Cut) - Theatrical Release (2010)
Shrek Forever After (2010)
Spud (2010)
Fawlty Exclusive: Basil's Best Bits (2009)
Fawlty Towers: Re-Opened (2009)
Planet 51 (2009)
The Pink Panther 2 (2009)
Gaybo Laughs Back (2008)
Igor (2008)
Life Of Brian Screenplay (2008)
Marty Feldman: Six Degrees of Separation (2008)
Monty Python Conquers America (2008)
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Monty Python: Before the Flying Circus (2008)
The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008)
The Seventh Python (2008)
We Are Most Amused (2008)
Hitler: The Comedy Years (2007)
Shrek the Third (2007)
The Secret Life of Brian (2007)
What the Pythons Did Next... (2007)
Aud go'hjerta (2006)
Charlotte's Web (2006)
L'Entente cordiale (2006)
Man About Town (2006)
Monty Python's Flying Circus—Eric Idle's Personal Best (2006)
Monty Python's Flying Circus—Graham Chapman's Personal Best (2006)
Monty Python's Flying Circus—Graham Chapman's Personal Best (2006)
Monty Python's Flying Circus—John Cleese's Personal Best (2006)
Monty Python's Flying Circus—Michael Palin's Personal Best (2006)
Monty Python's Flying Circus—Terry Gilliam's Personal Best (2006)
Monty Python's Flying Circus—Terry Jones' Personal Best (2006)
The Art of Football from A to Z (2006)
Complete Guide to Guys (2005)
Fawlty Towers Revisited (2005)
Return of the Goodies (2005)
The Funny Blokes of British Comedy (2005)
The Roots of Monty Python (2005)
Valiant (2005)
Around the World in 80 Days (2004)
Remember the Secret Policeman's Ball? (2004)
Shrek 2 (2004)
The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 1 (2004)
The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 2 (2004)
The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 3 (2004)
The Magic Touch of Harry Potter (2004)
Wine for the Confused (2004)
Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle (2003)
Concert for George (2003)
George of the Jungle 2 (2003)
Scorched (2003)
Stupidity (2003)
The Meaning of Making 'The Meaning of Life' (2003)
Best Ever Bond (2002)
Die Another Day (2002)
Die Another Day: From Script to Screen (2002)
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002)
Making Rat Race (2002)
Mickey's House of Villains (2002)
Peter Cook: At a Slight Angle to the Universe (2002)
The Adventures of Pluto Nash (2002)
Fawlty Towers: An Interview with John Cleese (2001)
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001)
Mickey's Magical Christmas: Snowed in at the House of Mouse (2001)
Rat Race (2001)
Edwurd Fudwupper Fibbed Big (2000)
Isn't She Great (2000)
Now Pay Attention 007: A Tribute to Actor Desmond Llewelyn (2000)
Quantum Project (2000)
Rockstar (2000)
The Life of Python (2000)
The Magic Pudding (2000)
IMDb: 5.8
Mickey’s Mechanical House (1999)
Monty Python: 30th Anniversary Sketches (1999)
Monty Python: From Spam to Sperm (1999)
Parting Shots (1999)
The Monty Python Story (1999)
The Nutcracker (1999)
The Out-of-Towners (1999)
The World Is Not Enough (1999)
In The Wild: Operation Lemur With John Cleese (1998)
Monty Python: Live at Aspen (1998)
Fierce Creatures (1997)
George of the Jungle (1997)
Spike (1996)
The Wind in the Willows (1996)
Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (1994)
The Jungle Book (1994)
The Swan Princess (1994)
Did I Ever Tell You How Lucky You Are? (1993)
Splitting Heirs (1993)
Amnesty International's Big 30 (1991)
An American Tail: Fievel Goes West (1991)
Creativity in Management (1991)
Rabbit Ears - Tom Thumb (1991)
Bullseye! (1990)
Life of Python (1990)
The Muppets Celebrate Jim Henson (1990)
Bosses From Hell (1989)
Colleagues From Hell (1989)
Communicators From Hell (1989)
Customer Service From Hell (1989)
Customers From Hell (1989)
Employees From Hell (1989)
Erik the Viking (1989)
Interviewers From Hell (1989)
Parrot Sketch Not Included: Twenty Years of Monty Python (1989)
Quark the Dragon Slayer (1989)
Sales People from Hell (1989)
Teams from Hell (1989)
The Big Picture (1989)
The Secret Policeman’s Biggest Ball (1989)
A Fish Called Wanda (1988)
John Cleese's First Farewell Performance (1988)
The Grand Knockout Tournament (1987)
The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball (1987)
Clockwise (1986)
Gonzo Presents Muppet Weird Stuff (1985)
Silverado (1985)
Group Madness (1983)
Monty Python's The Meaning of Life (1983)
Privates on Parade (1983)
Yellowbeard (1983)
Monty Python Live at the Hollywood Bowl (1982)
The Secret Policeman's Other Ball (1982)
The Great Muppet Caper (1981)
Time Bandits (1981)
Peter Cook & Co. (1980)
The Queen Special (1980)
The Taming of the Shrew (1980)
Doctor Who: City of Death (1979)
Golden Gordon (1979)
Life of Brian (1979)
The Secret Policeman's Ball (1979)
The Mermaid Frolics (1977)
The Strange Case of the End of Civilization as We Know It (1977)
Three Piece Suite (1977)
Pleasure at Her Majesty's (1976)
Awkward Customers (1975)
Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975)
More Awkward Customers (1975)
Monty Python & the Holy Grail Location Report (1974)
Romance with a Double Bass (1974)
Elementary, My Dear Watson (1973)
Is This a Record? (1973)
Monty Python In The Netherlands (1973)
The Goodies and the Beanstalk (1973)
The Love Ban (1973)
Who Sold You This, Then? (1972)
And Now for Something Completely Different (1971)
The Statue (1971)
Monty Python: Who's There? (1970)
The Rise and Rise of Michael Rimmer (1970)
How to Irritate People (1969)
The Best House in London (1969)
The Magic Christian (1969)
