Irreverent Medieval Comedies: The Princess Bride vs. Monty Python & the Holy Grail

If you love sword fights, satire, flesh wounds, or flying cows, then this episode is for you! This week we cover two classic medieval comedies: Rob Reiner's eponymous production of "The Princess Bride" (1987) and Terry Gilliam's stab at comedy "Monty Python and the Holy Grail" (1975). 

Which is your favorite? Let us know! 

This week's sources include: 

- "As You Wish: the Story of the Princess Bride" (2001) 

- "The Princess Bride' Reunion ft. Billy Crystal, Robin Wright & More | PEOPLE " (2011) 

- "The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure" by William Goldman (2007 edition) 

- "Honest Trailers | Monty Python and the Holy Grail" (2025) 

All screenshots, audio clips, and quotes from these films are used only for the purpose of commentary and are used in keeping with fair use laws in the United States. 

Chapters

• 0:00 Intro
• 5:34 Irreverent Medieval Comedies
• 8:12 "I fart in your general direction!"
• 15:53 "Does Anybody want a peanut?"
• 27:01 The Evolution of Movie Adaptations
• 32:08 Monty Python versus....
• 37:13 The Quest for the Holy Grail
• 38:02 The Princess Bride: Laura's Perspective
• 44:35 Final Thoughts