Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Birthday
(Wednesday)
Died
Birthplace
Stoneygate, United Kingdom
Nationality
Languages
British English
Education
Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Emmanuel College, King Edward VII School, Melton Mowbray, Queen Mary University of London
Zodiac Sign
♑ Capricorn
Chinese Zodiac
蛇 Snake
Name Origin
English < Old English (grand)
Popularity
Tier B -- 55,945 Wikipedia views/month
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Career
Career spanning 44 years (1968-2012)
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 26
Year context
Born in 1941 -- Japan attacks Pearl Harbor; US enters World War II; Franklin D. Roosevelt was US president
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Filmography (10)
A Liar's Autobiography: The Untrue Story of Monty Python's Graham Chapman
Writer
Monty Python's Personal Best
TV Series
The Crimson Permanent Assurance
Film
The Pythons
Film
The Odd Job
Writer
Monty Python's Fliegender Zirkus
TV Series
Doctor in Trouble
Film
How to Irritate People
Writer
Doctor in the House
Writer
At Last the 1948 Show
Writer
AWARDS (1)
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European Film Academy Lifetime Achievement Award
WON
Biography
Graham Chapman was a British actor, comedian and writer. He was one of the six members of the surrealist comedy group Monty Python. He portrayed authority figures such as The Colonel and the lead role in two Python films, Holy Grail (1975) and Life of Brian (1979).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Graham Chapman?
Graham Chapman was born on and passed away on at the age of 48.
Where was Graham Chapman born?
Graham Chapman was born in Stoneygate.
What movies or shows has Graham Chapman been in?
Graham Chapman has 10 credits in our database. Notable titles include A Liar's Autobiography: The Untrue Story of Monty Python's Graham Chapman (2012), Monty Python's Personal Best (2006), The Crimson Permanent Assurance (1983), The Pythons (1979), The Odd Job (1978).
Where can I find more information about Graham Chapman?
You can find more about Graham Chapman on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
