Father Murphy
Series Overview
A good-hearted frontiersman poses as a priest to start an orphanage for a group of kids whose homes have been destroyed by an evil mining manager.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 35 Episodes
60 min per episode
1981 – 1983
Premiered: Tue, Nov 3, 1981
Michael LandonLatest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 13: “The Matchmakers”
The kids decide Moses needs some romance in his life, so they send away for a mail-order bride. Her arrival precipitates comic explosions in Gold Hill, but by the time Moses realizes she's a wonderful woman, she's decided to go back to her old boyfriend back east.
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Landon
David Rose
Michael Landon
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Landon
Producer
David Rose
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Father Murphy about?
A good-hearted frontiersman poses as a priest to start an orphanage for a group of kids whose homes have been destroyed by an evil mining manager.
How many seasons does Father Murphy have?
Father Murphy comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Father Murphy?
Key cast members in Father Murphy include Merlin Olsen, Moses Gunn, Kellie Martin, Amanda Peterson, Timothy Gibbs.
Who created or directed Father Murphy?
Father Murphy was developed and directed by Michael Landon.