Father Ted - Episode 1, Season 1

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[@welshmanstravels]

the one where Dougal becomes a milkman is pure genius. my sides hurt laughing just thinking about it

[@CliveBilby]

Father Ted: SPEED 3 One of the best episodes, you have to watch the movie SPEED first to get all the jokes!

[@richieb7692]

Those women were in The Nip..!!!

[@welshmanstravels]

@@richieb7692 lmao

[@markscouler2534]

Oh the one I like is when they get stuck in the women's underwear department it's got him off dog soldiers in it

[@welshmanstravels]

@@markscouler2534 Sean pertwee?

[@IanDarley]

This show just gets funnier and funnier, stick with it 🤣👍

[@menty6633]

Father Ted is an incredible show that is beloved to this day. It only gets much better from here.

[@peterbulloch4611]

So jealous of you watching this for the first time. You've hours of joy ahead of you

[@vallee3140]

I feel like I am watching them again from the beginning, so many bits I have forgotten

[@jenniferandrews1917]

I love that you two were laughing. This show is comic gold.

[@multiplemiggs5189]

Father Jack is really a classically trained actor , does a lot of theatre stuff

[@schizofredericcompositions]

Frank Kelly who played Father Jack died in 2016 he appeared for a while in the British soap opera Emmerdale.

[@kildogery]

I've seen this about 100 times, but I still had tears in my eyes by the end.

[@CEP73]

Old ones are the best ones!! Can't believe it's roughly 25 years ago this came out. Just gets funnier and funnier by the way!!

[@robertmarriott6767]

27 years! Wow time flies

[@zakalwe2240]

scarey

[@philwright6940]

Only the Irish can make fun of religion and get away with it but thats a typical Irish priest who can drink gamble smoke and swear

[@clarelawton4653]

My favourite episode is ted explaining “this cow is small but those cows are far away” needed this laugh today thank you 😂

[@ianjardine7324]

I worked for a few years with a young lad who regularly said and did silly things and every time I'd explain about the cows we'd both laugh our asses off.

[@markscouler2534]

Is that the episode where they end up with a naked bloke on top of the car

[@clarelawton4653]

@@markscouler2534 yes it’s their holiday one

[@lucyprevo]

That is such a great episode, "Hell" 😂 Also, Graham Norton's first appearance as Fr Noel Furlong 😏

[@stephenmiller195]

It really gets better and better, so glad you loved it, thanks guys please keep going with it

[@bradlucy]

We will!

[@garyburchgb]

A song for Europe is bloody hilarious

[@alancoleman6983]

@@bradlucy ⁰

[@supernovaleftover1812]

Father Ted's one of the few shows that are perfect from the first episode to the last. I absolutely love it and I'm sure you two will aswell by the time you've seen them all.

[@timwhale9434]

Living in Finland, I introduced Father Ted to them and the response was phenomenal. One mate in particular is so impressed with it and he has introduced it to his colleagues and mates who are truly love it. I can say your reactions are wonderful and similar to the reactions of my mates. I made the pilgrimage to "The House" and other filming locations, via the coastline around the whole island and then on to Dublin to finish with. I recommend it 👌😊 Regarding Canadian productions, I must say I enjoy Trailer Park Boys. Parts of it have me in stitches, just like FT.

[@margaretbloomer9001]

Go for it. Father Ted is an institution this side of the Atlantic.. Just wonderful.

[@madyottoyotto3055]

This is one of the only shows where jokes aged well and will always be shown Some awesome writing

[@MrFalconhead]

This is one of my most favourite shows from the past, and i love that you like it too. Im so happy i can enjoy this again with you guys, and a joint also while we laugh :) thank you guys.

[@bradlucy]

We are going to try an episode per week 😁🍻

[@MrFalconhead]

@@bradlucy Excellent you are going to love it. I cant wait :)

[@skoodledoo]

So glad you're reacting to this. Hope you enjoyed.

[@bradlucy]

We love it. We are going to try an episode per week

[@FrancoisDressler]

@@bradlucy Yay!

[@dave_h_8742]

@@bradlucy gets better as it goes on.

[@dave_h_8742]

@@bradlucy got to watch the background

[@abigail1st]

So glad you loved Father Ted, and I loved watching you react 🤣....ace comedy, can’t wait to see you react to them all 😁

[@natmanprime4295]

Wow you laughed more than I thought you would 😂 great reaction!!! 👌👌👌

[@Chris-lz1fs]

It was in a league of it's own when it was first shown here in the UK in the 1990's. An absolute masterpiece in irreverent humour. I was a student at the time and one of the people I was living with was studying at theological college and she enjoyed it just as much as I did!

[@MrLorenzovanmatterho]

Actually one of the most influential TV shows ever, broke the stranglehold of the Catholic Church over the South of Ireland and began the Shamrock Awakening.

[@antomic13]

I'm in tears watching your reaction,father Ted is so comedic brilliance😁

[@diogenesagogo]

Like all the best comedies they invent their own mad world - but they must follow their own mad internal logic to make it work. And this show is one of the best ever in that respect (or any other come to that). It's pure bloody genius.

[@mikekelly5869]

Watching this while stoned would probably be feckin lethal! 🤣🤣

[@nicentoasty]

My uncle James, Jim Diamond singer was at the small dinner party when the actor that played Father Ted died, Dermot Morgan, good man

[@samdavis3873]

I was working in a factory in Dublin when this series started and the next day EVERYONE was talking about it and loved it as it was the first time anyone took the piss out of the clergy or church. usually the Irish live in fear of the priest or the brotherhood. I really enjoy watching your channel. Sam.

[@bradlucy]

Awesome Sam 😁🍻

[@cerisambrook2579]

Did you not see much of Dave Allen- he predates Father Ted somewhat with the whole taking the piss out of the near-theocracy Ireland was back then?

[@Dreyno]

Well that’s not true. Dermot Morgan himself was taking the piss out of the clergy at least 15 years earlier as Fr. Trendy.

[@jimisi7424]

I have watched every episode at least 20 times and i still cry with laughter

[@MarkmanOTW]

You have to watch the whole series. They are classic and you'll enjoy them, especially as you now know the context and been introduced to the characters, and it gets better. 😄

[@frozengamer3030]

I've seen this show many times and never gets old.

[@EarmonkeyMusic]

Literally one of the greatest TV shows ever created. Probably in my top 3

[@tmtomh6387]

Being from Ireland, I can say this is NOT a comedy show, it's REALITY TV!!! Sadly, Dermot Morgan died suddenly of a heart attack in hte mid '90's and by a sad coincidence the actor who played Fr Jack, Frank Kelly, did a number of years ago on the anniversary of Dermot's death.

[@richieb7692]

Father Jack is who I want to be, when I get old... Serious Life Goals.!!!

[@Quessir]

So glad to see you reacting to this. Hope to see more!

[@Stuart_Cox1969]

Yes, nice one, so glad you got around to this series.

[@jay71512]

This and phoenix nights are my 2 fav sitcoms! Absolute gold both of em!

[@derekhamilton7275]

Absolutely hilarious, it was such a beloved comedy show, glad your reaction was so good😂🤣

[@deborahdennehy9937]

Just adored 'Father Ted', best comedy ever!! So sad Dermot Morgan (Father Ted) died of a heart attack the day after the last episode. It's the most hysterical comedy I have ever seen. RIP Dermot xx

[@monsterlair]

That was so much fun! I was very late in discovering Father Ted, probably because i'm swedish, but there are several moments in this show that actually has me crying laughing. Really hope we get to see more of your reactions to Father Ted!

[@cerisambrook2579]

If you don't mind me asking, how did you come across this classic series?

[@monsterlair]

@@cerisambrook2579 I can't even remember. I was probably trying to look up classic british sitcoms and found it that way.

[@cerisambrook2579]

@@monsterlair ok cool thanks

[@GaryG1974]

Thank you for posting the whole episode and not just a short clip. That was magical. ♥

[@martinevans7090]

20:14 My favourite moment of the entire episode - the expression on Jack's face makes me crack up every time, even after nearly 30 years!!

[@sarraconnolly3774]

This show never gets old. Thanks for giving it a chance.

[@scottwebb1978]

Heres a fact about the show from a discussion board Father Ted was commissioned by Channel 4, a British Broadcaster, from Hat Trick who employed Irish writers Graham Linehan and Arthur Matthews to develop their script. The show was NEVER presented to RTE as a script idea from either the writers or Hat Trick, a British Company. Its worth pointing out that the commissioning editor in Channel 4 that "bought" the show was Seamus Cassidy, now back home and running Happy Endings, the company that make The Panel for RTE. Father Ted, whether we like it or not is a British show, made for British TV with British money. The Irish Film Board or no other Irish funding was contributed (or sought) for the show. The nationality of the writers or the location of the show is of no consequence. The exteriors could have been shot anywhere in Britain just as easily. The average British viewer wouldn't have known or much less cared if it wasn't Ireland. The views of Irish viewers weren't a consideration. Get over it. Its true to say that Irish crew were used for these location shoots and obviously the Irish cast too.This alone does not make an Irish show. In recent years lots of British TV shows have been shot and edited in Ireland. Most of these shows are set in Britain and use Irish locations for Britain. The only reason they're being made here is due to the funding being made available by the film board. Like Father Ted, none of these shows are Irish. If RTE or TV3 buy them down the line it doesn't make them any more Irish. The important fact from all of this is that at least talented Irish crews are getting employment. Thats all that matters.

[@Dreyno]

So only the creators, actors and crew were Irish. And the guy who commissioned it. And it was set in Ireland. With Irish characters. And all exterior shots were filmed in Ireland. And there was numerous cultural references British people didn’t even pick up on. But because it was British money and network, none of that counts? So the entire creative process counts for nought because of where the finance came from?

[@jimisi7424]

Best sitcom ever. And ted dying three days after filming the last episode. A real huge loss

[@Fast_Eddy_Magic]

Great reaction, guys. I hope you continue with it. You may find the second episode a little slow (not as wacky as most of them), but the show gets better (if you can imagine) as it progresses. I know you'll love it.

[@lengyrotron4329]

Most Excellent!

[@staplafara]

For me it is an irish comedy gem. Enjoy watching.

[@JAY61ish]

This show guys is the fricken best thing to hit British Telly.. So cool that you guys get it... Its just a laugh from start to finish..

[@scottmoyle879]

Wish I could watch Father Ted for the first time again! Great reaction.☺️

[@morganga]

Amazing reaction, I'm all in

[@billythebootlegger.4376]

It's the best way to watch it ...... stoned 🤣🤣

[@veryvarley6706]

As it goes on you will become quite attached to the characters. I know most people that watch it feel genuine sadness when the show ends. Ridiculous but heart-warming.

[@jonmacca849]

John from.ireland again love this reaction...cant wait u till.you do.more fr Ted....by the way all Irish actors/comedians

[@zakalwe2240]

Wonderful, haven't seen that for decades. Thanks. The IT Crowd by the same writer is also hilarious.

[@BlueShadow777]

I don’t know about Canada, but while America considers (jokingly/endearingly) Poles (‘Polacks’) to be dimwitted and - let’s say, a little ‘behind’ - in the UK (and even the Republic Of Ireland itself) the Irish have traditionally been the butt of that type of joke. This show (Father Ted) plays on that stereotype brilliantly.

[@markwilmot6085]

I've got tears in my eyes watching ye laugh.

[@sandramorris893]

Love Father Ted and loved your reaction to this epic show, made my evening 🤣

[@HARRi81_UK]

One of the greatest comedies ever, there are some truly hilarious episodes to come!

[@cerisambrook2579]

One of the greatest comedy series ever made, I look forward to you reacting to the rest!

[@syphon_9892]

The boy playing the banjo is a reference to the movie deliverance 🎭

[@roryslaine7896]

"Well Father, ya ignorant bastard ye?" 😂

[@rickb.4168]

it just keeps getting better and better!

[@-M0LE]

Father Ted is one of the shows ever made

[@bradlucy]

Best? Yes

[@captainadams8565]

The main writer as now fallen foul of cancel culture.

[@ezza9578]

Amazing show! Fantastic reaction! Can't wait for the next one 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@roytaylor8326]

So glad you liked it, there are about 25 episodes, it's funny as hell 😂

[@SM-js1dw]

Great reaction, seeing this for the first time away back in the day, you both had the same reaction as myself. Long live Father Ted.

[@martindunstan8043]

Hey you two legends ✌️ brilliant reaction and like most in comments I hope you are able to continue with this classic comedy in episodes which do it far more justice than clips with no context. Thanks again for your great reaction and take care now 👌👍🙏

[@bradlucy]

Hi Martin. We are going to try an episode per week. 😁🍻

[@martindunstan8043]

@@bradlucy that's great news for us sat on our backsides😂 it can't be that easy to do these and have a life so keep that balance, we don't want you getting tired out or poorly (sound like a mother don't I 😂) you two pickled nightmares take care now 😜👍✌️🍻

[@nickrobinson8339]

Welcome to the hilarious world of Father Ted. This first aired on UK TV at about 1AM on a weekday morning, a real graveyard slot. I was unemployed at the time so it was about 36 years ago. I rememeber telling everyone about it and one by one my friends watched and fell in love with it as did the whole of the UK. A true classic.

[@davidmannion7333]

You're right that it was a bit of a sleeper hit but it first aired at 9pm on a Friday night on Channel 4 in 1995. That sticks in my head 'cos I was at university, we saw the first episode and it quickly became required viewing. I do remember it being very word of mouth at the beginning though.

[@HexariaJoe]

this is godly. thank you.

[@karenfootitt5717]

It’s brilliant!!! So many great episodes! Keep them coming 😂😂

[@jasonc480]

This is comedy at its best, I watched this when it was first televised, love you reaction both, your sense of humour is great.

[@camdenlighting8140]

Brilliant. Series. Every episode is amazing. hardly anybody gets the subtle reference to the movie Deliverance (banjo playing) in this episode.

[@bradlucy]

Oh I see now.

[@jimisi7424]

Speed might be the best episode but there are so many classics

[@jamesmasefield6109]

Great you're watching these. They only get better! The writers also wrote Black Books and The IT crowd. All have become international comedy classics. Please keep on watching and well keep on enjoying the fun.

[@johnrivenell7576]

They get so much better as the series go on .enjoy

[@caroline_scotland]

It’s old school comedy.. I still proper belly laugh at it😂😂 Younger generation just don’t get it bcoz it’s all PC nowadays. Pure classic😁

[@ThomasKelly669]

The best comedy sitcoms from over this side, Only Fools and Horses, Porridge, Father Ted, and Still Game,

[@Kiwinan1701]

Dougall is the classic example of the first son becomes a Doctor second son a Lawyer and the third son or the thickest one goes to the Priesthood..,😂

[@sam04019491]

It just gets better and better. Don’t watch random clips, you need to see the whole episode to get the full pay-off.

[@jasonbrosnan8770]

The guy with the i shot JR t-shirt, his real name is pat short and if you've watched the episode were ted and dougal make a song for the eurovision, the guy hosting it, his real name is john kenny and both he and pat short were a duo called the d'unbelievables

[@5hanesBoard]

They only get better!

[@TheCrimsonSpartan]

This was filmed in Ireland but when they brought it to RTE, the national tv station they refused because it made fun on the Catholic Church which was a big deal in Ireland at the time, so they took it to an English tv station instead and it immediately became one of Irelands most loved tv shows.

[@Dreyno]

That’s not true. They pitched it directly to Hat Trick Productions and Channel 4 as they were both living in London and working as comedy writers there. RTE had no track record for sitcoms and a budget mostly spent on presenter’s wages so they didn’t contact them about it.

[@BlueBarchetta67]

Absolutely loved you guys enjoying one of the best comedy series ever made, it just made my day. 😂😂😂

[@bradlucy]

Glad you enjoyed it Barrie (My Dad's name) 😁🍻

[@BlueBarchetta67]

@@bradlucy My parents named me after your dad. 😁😁

[@bradlucy]

Lol🤭🤣

[@abs0lutezer0]

Aw hell yes! So glad you've started on Fr. Ted, it's fucking genius! Irish comedy at its best ❤️

[@mathewcooper8327]

Love it gets better as it goes on cheers

[@chrisshelley3027]

Anyone who has a niece who is a chicken should be on TV.

[@aranerem5569]

This show is great

[@dougoneill7266]

It get's better, it was telly gold. ' You've got a face on ya like a pair of tits' 'At least there's one pair between us' Some of the dialogue and characterisation on this show are bang on.

[@johnorourke3969]

How's my two fav Canadians doing? Well Brad, Lucy, so so glad you'll be going down the Fr Ted rabbit hole and as every other comment has stated it gets better n better the more you watch it. Not overly long each episode, under half n hour but it goes quick as you know lol. Great Irish actors, filmed in Ireland but with English production if i'm not mistaken. Fr Jack is so funny and he was an established actor and is a huge part of the show. This is Irish comedy at its best considering it came out 27 yrs ago but with each view ye still can't help pissin yourself laughing it's so good. Right guys, brilliant reaction you two, just thinking, Jenny might enjoy some of these 😉, looking forward to your next reaction whatever it is, hi from Dublin as always 🥰🥰

[@cerisambrook2579]

I would suggest 'British' production rather than English, but yes I think it was a Channel 4 produced show (which I never realised was a BBC subsidiary, until a couple of yesars ago)

[@juniorramone4654]

Yes people assume it's Irish (the talent is) but it's an English production (Hat Trick Productions), all filmed in London with the outdoor shots done in Ireland.

[@zepp90al]

Glad you guys enjoyed this one! :D

[@terenceingledew1442]

Enjoyed this reaction, it's great to see people having fun. Father Ted is brilliant, keep watching. Now subscribed. Cheers. Bye from 🇦🇺

[@watchreadplayretro]

Brilliant! They have a few dud eps, but gernerally the episodes get better and better so please keep this up when you guys can in the future!

[@rogergriffiths5631]

Great reaction, I'd forgotten how good father ted was.

[@steveturriff8530]

Catch them all. You're in for a great time.

[@majbrat]

It gets your giggles going, then keeps them rolling. LoL I'm not stoned (atm) 🤣 and my cheeks are so sore. It's sooo funny. So refreshing to have good clean humour.

[@bradlucy]

Glad you enjoyed

[@chrisparti]

A series you would love (although I dont know where you would be able to see it) is 'Ideal' starring Johnny Vagas, it's a comedy about a small time drug dealer and the regular customer who come to buy weed from him, it's very surreal as the series unfold...

[@bobbyboko6317]

You have reached the pinnacle 🤣🤣

[@kellsinpdx]

I love this show.

[@yandnat1656]

Still one of the funniest tv series ever made!

[@amclellan100]

You need to watch season 2 episode 10 flight of terror ...with double and the big red button absolutely brilliant

[@AMan-zt8tz]

Brilliant, I'm smokin' right now :D

[@joguipo]

I reckon you'll be doing this more often than you anticipated before watching it lol. Welcome to the club. Big love from Spain. PS. Drink?