Are you a Monty Python fan? If you have a VPN, you can not only watch every episode of the original series for free, but also a documentary on how the Pythons got together and what each performer was up to before fame - if not always fortune - beckoned.  

The show is called "Monty Python: Before The Circus" and explores the history of the classic cast prior to their fame.  

Also included: "Monty Python: Live At The Hollywood Bowl," "Monty Python's Personal Best" (featuring various cast members' best sketches) and a "Very Best Of Monty Python (Parrot Sketch Not Included)" special. 

Where are these freebie gems? Turns out they're available at no charge at The CW Network's site. The only requirement is a VPN set to the U.S. and no sign in is required.

You can find them all, with a large array of other free programming, here.