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Bless Me Father 1978

★ 6.3/10 Comedy 3 seasons · 21 eps Ended
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What is Bless Me Father?

Bless Me Father is a television series first released in 1978. Catalogued under Comedy.

Type
TV series
Year
1978
Status
Ended
Episodes
21
Runtime
30 minutes
First aired
Sep 24, 1978
Networks
ITV1
Genres
Comedy
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80 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.5/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.4/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Bingeable Series #Comedy
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Overview

Bless Me Father is a television series first released in 1978. Catalogued under Comedy. Produced and broadcast by ITV1. Current status: Ended. Spans 3 seasons and 21 tracked episodes.

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Should you watch it?

“An Irish priest leads his parish in suburban London.”

Reasons to watch
  • Sharp British humor
  • Strong performances by Arthur Lowe and Daniel Abineri
  • Humorous glimpse of suburban parish life
Keep in mind
  • Period-specific jokes may feel dated
  • Only 21 episodes across three years

Watch it if you enjoy classic British sitcoms about community and clergy.

The series is a light-hearted comedy suitable for general audiences, with mild religious themes.

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When did Bless Me Father first air?

It premiered on ITV in 1978 and ran until 1981.

How many episodes were produced?

A total of 21 episodes were aired.

Who created and wrote the series?

The show was written by Peter De Rosa, who also authored the source books.

Who provides the narration in the series?

The young curate, named Neil Boyd, serves as the narrator.

What is the setting of the show?

It follows Father Charles Duddleswell and his curate in the fictional St. Jude's parish in suburban London.

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