Neil Innes

Neil Innes (75)

1944-12-09 - 2019-12-29 | Danbury, Essex, England, UK

Neil James Innes was an English writer, comedian and musician. He first came to prominence in the pioneering comedy rock group Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band and later became a frequent collaborator with the Monty Python troupe on their BBC television series and films, and is often called the "seventh Python" along with performer Carol Cleveland. He co-created the Rutles, a Beatles parody/pastiche project, with Python Eric Idle, and wrote the band's songs.

On Movies

  • Not the Messiah (He's a Very Naughty Boy)
  • Concert for George
  • The Rutles 2: Can't Buy Me Lunch
  • Erik the Viking
  • The Mysterious Tadpole
  • Comedians Do It On Stage
  • The Missionary
  • Monty Python Live at the Hollywood Bowl
  • The Secret Policeman's Other Ball
  • Life of Brian
  • The Rutles: All You Need Is Cash
  • Yellow Submarine Sandwich
  • Jabberwocky
  • Monty Python and the Holy Grail
  • The Adventures of the Son of Exploding Sausage
  • Magical Mystery Tour

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