Series

Father Murphy

★ 8.1(8)19811h 0m2 seasons

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Good to know

Creator: Michael Landon
Release date: 1981-11-03
Runtime: 1h 0m
Language: English
Seasons: 2
Episodes: 35
Network: NBC
Status: Ended
Country: United States of America
Studio: NBC Productions

About Father Murphy

Father Murphy is a 1981 web series in the Western and Drama genres, created by Michael Landon, starring Merlin Olsen, Moses Gunn and Kellie Martin. It spans 2 seasons and 35 episodes, and originally aired on NBC. It holds an average rating of 8.1/10 from 8 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Father Murphy in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Seasons (2)

Season 122 eps · 1981

Season 213 eps · 1982

Cast

Merlin Olsen

John Michael Murphy

Moses Gunn

Kellie Martin

Flossie

Amanda Peterson

Elizabeth

Timothy Gibbs

Lisa Trusel

Katherine Cannon

Byron Thames

Ivy Bethune

Chez Lister

Charles Tyner

Scott Mellini

Themes & keywords

orphanperiod drama19th century

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Father Murphy in United States?+

Father Murphy is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United States. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Father Murphy on Netflix?+

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How many seasons of Father Murphy are there?+

Father Murphy has 2 seasons and 35 episodes in total.

Who stars in Father Murphy?+

Father Murphy stars Merlin Olsen, Moses Gunn, Kellie Martin, Amanda Peterson and Timothy Gibbs.

When did Father Murphy come out?+

Father Murphy is a 1981 web series created by Michael Landon.

What genre is Father Murphy?+

Father Murphy is Western and Drama series.

Who created Father Murphy?+

Father Murphy was created by Michael Landon.