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The Secret Policeman's Ball(1979)
Status: Released
Date: 1979-12-22
64%
8 Votes
Time: 1h 15m
Overview:
A series of benefit concerts to raise money for Amnesty International. Performances include comedy skits and musical numbers by a varied cast of mostly British performers. Featuring several Monty Python members, Rowan Atkinson, and Peter Cook.
Languages: English.
Countries:
United Kingdom
ProductionCompanies:
Amnesty International
Movie: The Secret Policeman's Ball
Top 10 Billed Cast
Rowan Atkinson
Various Roles
John Cleese
Himself - Various Roles
Billy Connolly
Himself
Peter Cook
Various Roles
Michael Palin
Various Roles
Pete Townshend
Himself
Terry Jones
Himself - Various Roles
Clive James
Himself
Eleanor Bron
Various Roles
Ken Campbell
Various Roles
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