Father, Dear Father
Series Overview
The hugely successful British television series Father Dear Father is transplanted to Australia when novelist Patrick Glover and his assistant Nanny trek down under to write the great Australian crime novel, and end up supervising Patrick's boisterous young nieces while their own father is abroad.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 14 Episodes
30 min per episode
1978 – 1980
Premiered: Sun, Jun 25, 1978
Latest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 7: “Thruppling Thursday”
As an excuse from having to attend a function, Patrick invents a strange old English custom.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Johnnie Mortimer, Brian Cooke
William G. Stewart
Department Leadership Roster
William G. Stewart
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
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What is Father, Dear Father about?
The hugely successful British television series Father Dear Father is transplanted to Australia when novelist Patrick Glover and his assistant Nanny trek down under to write the great Australian crime novel, and end up supervising Patrick's boisterous young nieces while their own father is abroad.
How many seasons does Father, Dear Father have?
Father, Dear Father comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Father, Dear Father?
Key cast members in Father, Dear Father include Patrick Cargill, Sally Conabere, Sigrid Thornton, Noel Dyson.
Who created or directed Father, Dear Father?
Father, Dear Father was developed and directed by Johnnie Mortimer, Brian Cooke.