Father Ted (1995): episodes, history and where to watch

AT A GLANCE

Father Ted first went out in April 1995 on Channel 4. It ran until 1998, with 3 series and 24 episodes so far. In the UK you can usually find it on Channel 4 streaming.

comedy
irish
nineties
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Why it is worth your time

Three disgraced priests exiled to Craggy Island, with Mrs Doyle and her tea. Written by Graham Linehan and Arthur Mathews; Speed 3 and A Song for Europe are the classics.

The details

First broadcast: 21 April 1995
Originally on: Channel 4
On air: 1995–1998
Series: 3
Episodes: 24
Typical length: 30 minutes
Genres: Comedy
Usually found on: Channel 4 streaming
First episode: “Good Luck, Father Ted”

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Father Ted: quick answers

When did Father Ted start?

On 21 April 1995, on Channel 4.

How many episodes of Father Ted are there?

24 had been broadcast by 14 October 2026, across 3 series. The last aired in 1998.

Where can I watch Father Ted now?

Officially it is usually on Channel 4 streaming, though rights change.

Dates and episode counts from TVmaze (2026-10-14), CC BY-SA 4.0. Artwork © its owners, shown only to identify the programme.