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Father Brown

2013·Show
140Episodes in13Seasons·TV-14
77
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.8
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Strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness7
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Situational Comedy6
  • Dark Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and mystery

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and dialogue

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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Episode ratings

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About

Father Brown is based on G. K. Chesterton's detective stories about a Catholic priest who doubles as an amateur detective in order to try and solve mysteries.
Cozy Crime MysteryCatholic Priest SleuthBritish Village LifeWholesome Detective DramaMoral & Ethical DilemmasCharming Character DynamicsProcedural InvestigationPastoral SettingGentle HumorCommunity-Centric Storytelling

Crew

Directed by:
Paul Gibson, Ian Barber, Matt Carter
Written by:
Gilbert Keith Chesterton, Neil Irvine, Rachel Flowerday
Produced by:
Sam Hill, David Innes Edwards, Jonny Phillips
Composed by:
Debbie Wiseman

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Father Brown

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Father Brown legally?

BritboxThe RokuHooplaBritBox

Father Brown is included with a subscription to BritBox in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Father Brown worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Father Brown rated?

TV-14

It's rated TV-14 in the United States.

How many seasons does Father Brown have?

13 seasons

It has 13 seasons with 140 episodes of about 45 minutes each and is still in production.

Is Father Brown based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

When did Father Brown air?

It started in 2013 and is still in production.

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?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Father Brown in 28 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Father Brown use?

Canon ForeignerGood ShepherdSetting UpdateMy Greatest FailureStolen by Staying StillNew Old FlameNamed After Somebody FamousClothing-Concealed InjuryBad HabitsPlot-Driving SecretAccidental MurderMistaken for Cheatingand 180 more

TV Tropes lists 192 storytelling tropes for Father Brown, including Canon Foreigner, Good Shepherd, Setting Update.