This Film Took Ten Weeks To Get To #1 at the Box Office

On July 15, 1988, one of the most unique and hilarious films of the decade debuted and quite frankly, most of us weren’t sure quite what to make of it based on the promotion, eclectic ensemble cast, and a name like A Fish Called Wanda.

When you see names like John Cleese and Michael Palin, you immediately think of the brilliance of Monty Python’s Flying Circus.

As one-third of the legendary comedy group, Cleese and Palin have combined for some of the zaniest and wildest moments in the history of the franchise, including the legendary “Dead Parrot” sketch.

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