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Father Brown

1974·Show
13Episodes in1Season
70
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Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Wholesome

  • Wholesome7
  • Hopefulness6
  • Nostalgia5

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Mystery, crime, and history

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Based on the short stories by G. K. Chesterton, Father Brown is a Roman Catholic priest and amateur detective.
Cozy MysteryDetective DramaPeriod PieceCharacter-DrivenWholesome EntertainmentEpisodicBritish TelevisionClerical ProtagonistClassic Adaptation

Sequels and Prequels

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Is Father Brown worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Father Brown have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 13 episodes of about 50 minutes each.

When did Father Brown air?

It ran from 1974 to 1974 and has ended.

What language is Father Brown in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Father Brown?

2CAUS

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What tropes does Father Brown use?

Office GolfLocked Room MysteryHollywood EncryptionReusable Lighter TossRiddle for the AgesAffectionate PickpocketExact Time to FailureThe Bus Came BackMystery MagnetFauxreignerSympathetic MurdererMs. Fanserviceand 180 more

TV Tropes lists 192 storytelling tropes for Father Brown, including Office Golf, Locked Room Mystery, Hollywood Encryption.