I worked for a few years with a young lad who regularly said and did silly things and every time I'd explain about the cows we'd both laugh our asses off.
Father Ted's one of the few shows that are perfect from the first episode to the last. I absolutely love it and I'm sure you two will aswell by the time you've seen them all.
Living in Finland, I introduced Father Ted to them and the response was phenomenal. One mate in particular is so impressed with it and he has introduced it to his colleagues and mates who are truly love it. I can say your reactions are wonderful and similar to the reactions of my mates. I made the pilgrimage to "The House" and other filming locations, via the coastline around the whole island and then on to Dublin to finish with. I recommend it 👌😊 Regarding Canadian productions, I must say I enjoy Trailer Park Boys. Parts of it have me in stitches, just like FT.
This is one of my most favourite shows from the past, and i love that you like it too. Im so happy i can enjoy this again with you guys, and a joint also while we laugh :) thank you guys.
It was in a league of it's own when it was first shown here in the UK in the 1990's. An absolute masterpiece in irreverent humour. I was a student at the time and one of the people I was living with was studying at theological college and she enjoyed it just as much as I did!
I was working in a factory in Dublin when this series started and the next day EVERYONE was talking about it and loved it as it was the first time anyone took the piss out of the clergy or church. usually the Irish live in fear of the priest or the brotherhood. I really enjoy watching your channel. Sam.
Welcome to the hilarious world of Father Ted. This first aired on UK TV at about 1AM on a weekday morning, a real graveyard slot. I was unemployed at the time so it was about 36 years ago. I rememeber telling everyone about it and one by one my friends watched and fell in love with it as did the whole of the UK. A true classic.
You're right that it was a bit of a sleeper hit but it first aired at 9pm on a Friday night on Channel 4 in 1995. That sticks in my head 'cos I was at university, we saw the first episode and it quickly became required viewing. I do remember it being very word of mouth at the beginning though.
Like all the best comedies they invent their own mad world - but they must follow their own mad internal logic to make it work. And this show is one of the best ever in that respect (or any other come to that). It's pure bloody genius.
Being from Ireland, I can say this is NOT a comedy show, it's REALITY TV!!! Sadly, Dermot Morgan died suddenly of a heart attack in hte mid '90's and by a sad coincidence the actor who played Fr Jack, Frank Kelly, did a number of years ago on the anniversary of Dermot's death.
You have to watch the whole series. They are classic and you'll enjoy them, especially as you now know the context and been introduced to the characters, and it gets better. 😄
Just adored 'Father Ted', best comedy ever!! So sad Dermot Morgan (Father Ted) died of a heart attack the day after the last episode. It's the most hysterical comedy I have ever seen. RIP Dermot xx
Great reaction, guys. I hope you continue with it. You may find the second episode a little slow (not as wacky as most of them), but the show gets better (if you can imagine) as it progresses. I know you'll love it.
As it goes on you will become quite attached to the characters. I know most people that watch it feel genuine sadness when the show ends. Ridiculous but heart-warming.
Actually one of the most influential TV shows ever, broke the stranglehold of the Catholic Church over the South of Ireland and began the Shamrock Awakening.
It get's better, it was telly gold. ' You've got a face on ya like a pair of tits' 'At least there's one pair between us' Some of the dialogue and characterisation on this show are bang on.
It gets your giggles going, then keeps them rolling. LoL I'm not stoned (atm) 🤣 and my cheeks are so sore. It's sooo funny. So refreshing to have good clean humour.
How's my two fav Canadians doing? Well Brad, Lucy, so so glad you'll be going down the Fr Ted rabbit hole and as every other comment has stated it gets better n better the more you watch it. Not overly long each episode, under half n hour but it goes quick as you know lol. Great Irish actors, filmed in Ireland but with English production if i'm not mistaken. Fr Jack is so funny and he was an established actor and is a huge part of the show. This is Irish comedy at its best considering it came out 27 yrs ago but with each view ye still can't help pissin yourself laughing it's so good. Right guys, brilliant reaction you two, just thinking, Jenny might enjoy some of these 😉, looking forward to your next reaction whatever it is, hi from Dublin as always 🥰🥰
I would suggest 'British' production rather than English, but yes I think it was a Channel 4 produced show (which I never realised was a BBC subsidiary, until a couple of yesars ago)
Yes people assume it's Irish (the talent is) but it's an English production (Hat Trick Productions), all filmed in London with the outdoor shots done in Ireland.
Hey you two legends ✌️ brilliant reaction and like most in comments I hope you are able to continue with this classic comedy in episodes which do it far more justice than clips with no context. Thanks again for your great reaction and take care now 👌👍🙏
@@bradlucy that's great news for us sat on our backsides😂 it can't be that easy to do these and have a life so keep that balance, we don't want you getting tired out or poorly (sound like a mother don't I 😂) you two pickled nightmares take care now 😜👍✌️🍻
Heres a fact about the show from a discussion board Father Ted was commissioned by Channel 4, a British Broadcaster, from Hat Trick who employed Irish writers Graham Linehan and Arthur Matthews to develop their script. The show was NEVER presented to RTE as a script idea from either the writers or Hat Trick, a British Company. Its worth pointing out that the commissioning editor in Channel 4 that "bought" the show was Seamus Cassidy, now back home and running Happy Endings, the company that make The Panel for RTE. Father Ted, whether we like it or not is a British show, made for British TV with British money. The Irish Film Board or no other Irish funding was contributed (or sought) for the show. The nationality of the writers or the location of the show is of no consequence. The exteriors could have been shot anywhere in Britain just as easily. The average British viewer wouldn't have known or much less cared if it wasn't Ireland. The views of Irish viewers weren't a consideration. Get over it. Its true to say that Irish crew were used for these location shoots and obviously the Irish cast too.This alone does not make an Irish show. In recent years lots of British TV shows have been shot and edited in Ireland. Most of these shows are set in Britain and use Irish locations for Britain. The only reason they're being made here is due to the funding being made available by the film board. Like Father Ted, none of these shows are Irish. If RTE or TV3 buy them down the line it doesn't make them any more Irish. The important fact from all of this is that at least talented Irish crews are getting employment. Thats all that matters.
So only the creators, actors and crew were Irish. And the guy who commissioned it. And it was set in Ireland. With Irish characters. And all exterior shots were filmed in Ireland. And there was numerous cultural references British people didn’t even pick up on. But because it was British money and network, none of that counts? So the entire creative process counts for nought because of where the finance came from?
Great you're watching these. They only get better! The writers also wrote Black Books and The IT crowd. All have become international comedy classics. Please keep on watching and well keep on enjoying the fun.
You should DEFFO do the whole series in order. I have the DVD box set, and I must have watched them all dozens of times, and I still piss myself laughing every time. Watching you both enjoy the show gives it another level of hilarity for me. PLEASE MAKE THIS A REGULAR REACTION SERIES ON YOUR CHANNEL 😆🤣😂😆🤣😂
The guy with the i shot JR t-shirt, his real name is pat short and if you've watched the episode were ted and dougal make a song for the eurovision, the guy hosting it, his real name is john kenny and both he and pat short were a duo called the d'unbelievables
Welcome to Father Ted. And well done for making it through.Maybe take a couple of laxatives to make the next show truly memorable. I believe that the best British comedies,no matter how cutting,divisive or controversial,always have a gentleness at their core.Never spiteful,never vengeful,no underlying vitriol or hate.It sometimes feels more like being chided but not talked down to and never preached.Hard balance to get right. Looking forward to your ride with this one,hope you got rubber underpants.Enjoy. "If you don't vote for me,you ain't black" - Joe Biden,2020 Ku Klux Klan national convention.
Thanks for letting me think there was a late grain truck from yesterday in the background fucked me up for a bit because they started the quarter at 9 pm last night and they're usually done by morning. Thanks.
This show just gets funnier and funnier, stick with it 🤣👍
I love that you two were laughing. This show is comic gold.
Father Ted is an incredible show that is beloved to this day. It only gets much better from here.
the one where Dougal becomes a milkman is pure genius. my sides hurt laughing just thinking about it
Father Ted: SPEED 3 One of the best episodes, you have to watch the movie SPEED first to get all the jokes!
Those women were in The Nip..!!!
@@richieb7692 lmao
Oh the one I like is when they get stuck in the women's underwear department it's got him off dog soldiers in it
@@markscouler2534 Sean pertwee?
So jealous of you watching this for the first time. You've hours of joy ahead of you
I feel like I am watching them again from the beginning, so many bits I have forgotten
I've seen this about 100 times, but I still had tears in my eyes by the end.
Thank you for posting the whole episode and not just a short clip. That was magical. ♥
My favourite episode is ted explaining “this cow is small but those cows are far away” needed this laugh today thank you 😂
I worked for a few years with a young lad who regularly said and did silly things and every time I'd explain about the cows we'd both laugh our asses off.
Is that the episode where they end up with a naked bloke on top of the car
@@markscouler2534 yes it’s their holiday one
That is such a great episode, "Hell" 😂 Also, Graham Norton's first appearance as Fr Noel Furlong 😏
It really gets better and better, so glad you loved it, thanks guys please keep going with it
We will!
A song for Europe is bloody hilarious
@@bradlucy ⁰
Old ones are the best ones!! Can't believe it's roughly 25 years ago this came out. Just gets funnier and funnier by the way!!
27 years! Wow time flies
scarey
Only the Irish can make fun of religion and get away with it but thats a typical Irish priest who can drink gamble smoke and swear
Best sitcom ever. And ted dying three days after filming the last episode. A real huge loss
Father Jack is really a classically trained actor , does a lot of theatre stuff
Frank Kelly who played Father Jack died in 2016 he appeared for a while in the British soap opera Emmerdale.
Father Ted's one of the few shows that are perfect from the first episode to the last.
I absolutely love it and I'm sure you two will aswell by the time you've seen them all.
Go for it. Father Ted is an institution this side of the Atlantic.. Just wonderful.
Living in Finland, I introduced Father Ted to them and the response was phenomenal. One mate in particular is so impressed with it and he has introduced it to his colleagues and mates who are truly love it. I can say your reactions are wonderful and similar to the reactions of my mates.
I made the pilgrimage to "The House" and other filming locations, via the coastline around the whole island and then on to Dublin to finish with. I recommend it 👌😊
Regarding Canadian productions, I must say I enjoy Trailer Park Boys. Parts of it have me in stitches, just like FT.
So glad you're reacting to this. Hope you enjoyed.
We love it. We are going to try an episode per week
@@bradlucy Yay!
@@bradlucy gets better as it goes on.
@@bradlucy got to watch the background
This is one of my most favourite shows from the past, and i love that you like it too. Im so happy i can enjoy this again with you guys, and a joint also while we laugh :) thank you guys.
We are going to try an episode per week 😁🍻
@@bradlucy Excellent you are going to love it. I cant wait :)
So glad you loved Father Ted, and I loved watching you react 🤣....ace comedy, can’t wait to see you react to them all 😁
Wish I could watch Father Ted for the first time again! Great reaction.☺️
This show never gets old. Thanks for giving it a chance.
Watching this while stoned would probably be feckin lethal! 🤣🤣
I'm in tears watching your reaction,father Ted is so comedic brilliance😁
My uncle James, Jim Diamond singer was at the small dinner party when the actor that played Father Ted died, Dermot Morgan, good man
Literally one of the greatest TV shows ever created. Probably in my top 3
Wow you laughed more than I thought you would 😂 great reaction!!! 👌👌👌
It was in a league of it's own when it was first shown here in the UK in the 1990's. An absolute masterpiece in irreverent humour. I was a student at the time and one of the people I was living with was studying at theological college and she enjoyed it just as much as I did!
John from.ireland again love this reaction...cant wait u till.you do.more fr Ted....by the way all Irish actors/comedians
I have watched every episode at least 20 times and i still cry with laughter
I've seen this show many times and never gets old.
I was working in a factory in Dublin when this series started and the next day EVERYONE was talking about it and loved it as it was the first time anyone took the piss out of the clergy or church. usually the Irish live in fear of the priest or the brotherhood. I really enjoy watching your channel. Sam.
Awesome Sam 😁🍻
Did you not see much of Dave Allen- he predates Father Ted somewhat with the whole taking the piss out of the near-theocracy Ireland was back then?
Well that’s not true. Dermot Morgan himself was taking the piss out of the clergy at least 15 years earlier as Fr. Trendy.
Welcome to the hilarious world of Father Ted. This first aired on UK TV at about 1AM on a weekday morning, a real graveyard slot. I was unemployed at the time so it was about 36 years ago. I rememeber telling everyone about it and one by one my friends watched and fell in love with it as did the whole of the UK. A true classic.
You're right that it was a bit of a sleeper hit but it first aired at 9pm on a Friday night on Channel 4 in 1995. That sticks in my head 'cos I was at university, we saw the first episode and it quickly became required viewing. I do remember it being very word of mouth at the beginning though.
This is one of the only shows where jokes aged well and will always be shown
Some awesome writing
Like all the best comedies they invent their own mad world - but they must follow their own mad internal logic to make it work. And this show is one of the best ever in that respect (or any other come to that). It's pure bloody genius.
So glad to see you reacting to this. Hope to see more!
Being from Ireland, I can say this is NOT a comedy show, it's REALITY TV!!! Sadly, Dermot Morgan died suddenly of a heart attack in hte mid '90's and by a sad coincidence the actor who played Fr Jack, Frank Kelly, did a number of years ago on the anniversary of Dermot's death.
You have to watch the whole series. They are classic and you'll enjoy them, especially as you now know the context and been introduced to the characters, and it gets better. 😄
Yes, nice one, so glad you got around to this series.
Absolutely hilarious, it was such a beloved comedy show, glad your reaction was so good😂🤣
Wonderful, haven't seen that for decades. Thanks.
The IT Crowd by the same writer is also hilarious.
This is about the 3rd time I am going through your reactions to Father Ted. I still laugh at them. I love watching your reactions to them too.
Appartently Steve Martin is a fan of the show and tried to bring it back. I think he was going to play Ted.
Just adored 'Father Ted', best comedy ever!! So sad Dermot Morgan (Father Ted) died of a heart attack the day after the last episode. It's the most hysterical comedy I have ever seen. RIP Dermot xx
Great reaction, guys. I hope you continue with it. You may find the second episode a little slow (not as wacky as most of them), but the show gets better (if you can imagine) as it progresses. I know you'll love it.
As it goes on you will become quite attached to the characters. I know most people that watch it feel genuine sadness when the show ends. Ridiculous but heart-warming.
Actually one of the most influential TV shows ever, broke the stranglehold of the Catholic Church over the South of Ireland and began the Shamrock Awakening.
One of the greatest comedy series ever made, I look forward to you reacting to the rest!
This and phoenix nights are my 2 fav sitcoms! Absolute gold both of em!
Father Jack is who I want to be, when I get old...
Serious Life Goals.!!!
This show guys is the fricken best thing to hit British Telly.. So cool that you guys get it... Its just a laugh from start to finish..
I've got tears in my eyes watching ye laugh.
So glad you liked it, there are about 25 episodes, it's funny as hell 😂
20:14 My favourite moment of the entire episode - the expression on Jack's face makes me crack up every time, even after nearly 30 years!!
Amazing show! Fantastic reaction! Can't wait for the next one 👍🏴
This is comedy at its best, I watched this when it was first televised, love you reaction both, your sense of humour is great.
Aw hell yes! So glad you've started on Fr. Ted, it's fucking genius! Irish comedy at its best ❤️
One of the greatest comedies ever, there are some truly hilarious episodes to come!
It get's better, it was telly gold.
' You've got a face on ya like a pair of tits'
'At least there's one pair between us'
Some of the dialogue and characterisation on this show are bang on.
It gets your giggles going, then keeps them rolling. LoL I'm not stoned (atm) 🤣 and my cheeks are so sore. It's sooo funny.
So refreshing to have good clean humour.
Glad you enjoyed
It just gets better and better. Don’t watch random clips, you need to see the whole episode to get the full pay-off.
Great reaction, seeing this for the first time away back in the day, you both had the same reaction as myself. Long live Father Ted.
For me it is an irish comedy gem. Enjoy watching.
Love Father Ted and loved your reaction to this epic show, made my evening 🤣
I reckon you'll be doing this more often than you anticipated before watching it lol. Welcome to the club.
Big love from Spain.
PS. Drink?
They get so much better as the series go on .enjoy
Brilliant. Series. Every episode is amazing.
hardly anybody gets the subtle reference to the movie Deliverance (banjo playing) in this episode.
Oh I see now.
Dougall is the classic example of the first son becomes a Doctor second son a Lawyer and the third son or the thickest one goes to the Priesthood..,😂
Brilliant!
They have a few dud eps, but gernerally the episodes get better and better so please keep this up when you guys can in the future!
Enjoyed this reaction, it's great to see people having fun. Father Ted is brilliant, keep watching. Now subscribed.
Cheers. Bye from 🇦🇺
How's my two fav Canadians doing? Well Brad, Lucy, so so glad you'll be going down the Fr Ted rabbit hole and as every other comment has stated it gets better n better the more you watch it. Not overly long each episode, under half n hour but it goes quick as you know lol. Great Irish actors, filmed in Ireland but with English production if i'm not mistaken. Fr Jack is so funny and he was an established actor and is a huge part of the show. This is Irish comedy at its best considering it came out 27 yrs ago but with each view ye still can't help pissin yourself laughing it's so good. Right guys, brilliant reaction you two, just thinking, Jenny might enjoy some of these 😉, looking forward to your next reaction whatever it is, hi from Dublin as always 🥰🥰
I would suggest 'British' production rather than English, but yes I think it was a Channel 4 produced show (which I never realised was a BBC subsidiary, until a couple of yesars ago)
Yes people assume it's Irish (the talent is) but it's an English production (Hat Trick Productions), all filmed in London with the outdoor shots done in Ireland.
The best comedy sitcoms from over this side, Only Fools and Horses, Porridge, Father Ted, and Still Game,
Hey you two legends ✌️ brilliant reaction and like most in comments I hope you are able to continue with this classic comedy in episodes which do it far more justice than clips with no context. Thanks again for your great reaction and take care now 👌👍🙏
Hi Martin. We are going to try an episode per week. 😁🍻
@@bradlucy that's great news for us sat on our backsides😂 it can't be that easy to do these and have a life so keep that balance, we don't want you getting tired out or poorly (sound like a mother don't I 😂) you two pickled nightmares take care now 😜👍✌️🍻
It’s old school comedy.. I still proper belly laugh at it😂😂 Younger generation just don’t get it bcoz it’s all PC nowadays.
Pure classic😁
The boy playing the banjo is a reference to the movie deliverance 🎭
Absolutely loved you guys enjoying one of the best comedy series ever made, it just made my day. 😂😂😂
Glad you enjoyed it Barrie (My Dad's name) 😁🍻
@@bradlucy My parents named me after your dad. 😁😁
Lol🤭🤣
Heres a fact about the show from a discussion board
Father Ted was commissioned by Channel 4, a British Broadcaster, from Hat Trick who employed Irish writers Graham Linehan and Arthur Matthews to develop their script. The show was NEVER presented to RTE as a script idea from either the writers or Hat Trick, a British Company. Its worth pointing out that the commissioning editor in Channel 4 that "bought" the show was Seamus Cassidy, now back home and running Happy Endings, the company that make The Panel for RTE.
Father Ted, whether we like it or not is a British show, made for British TV with British money. The Irish Film Board or no other Irish funding was contributed (or sought) for the show. The nationality of the writers or the location of the show is of no consequence. The exteriors could have been shot anywhere in Britain just as easily. The average British viewer wouldn't have known or much less cared if it wasn't Ireland. The views of Irish viewers weren't a consideration. Get over it.
Its true to say that Irish crew were used for these location shoots and obviously the Irish cast too.This alone does not make an Irish show.
In recent years lots of British TV shows have been shot and edited in Ireland. Most of these shows are set in Britain and use Irish locations for Britain. The only reason they're being made here is due to the funding being made available by the film board. Like Father Ted, none of these shows are Irish. If RTE or TV3 buy them down the line it doesn't make them any more Irish.
The important fact from all of this is that at least talented Irish crews are getting employment. Thats all that matters.
So only the creators, actors and crew were Irish. And the guy who commissioned it. And it was set in Ireland. With Irish characters. And all exterior shots were filmed in Ireland. And there was numerous cultural references British people didn’t even pick up on. But because it was British money and network, none of that counts? So the entire creative process counts for nought because of where the finance came from?
it just keeps getting better and better!
It's the best way to watch it ...... stoned 🤣🤣
"Well Father, ya ignorant bastard ye?" 😂
Great you're watching these. They only get better! The writers also wrote Black Books and The IT crowd. All have become international comedy classics. Please keep on watching and well keep on enjoying the fun.
this is godly. thank you.
It’s brilliant!!! So many great episodes! Keep them coming 😂😂
You should DEFFO do the whole series in order.
I have the DVD box set, and I must have watched them all dozens of times, and I still piss myself laughing every time.
Watching you both enjoy the show gives it another level of hilarity for me. PLEASE MAKE THIS A REGULAR REACTION SERIES ON YOUR CHANNEL 😆🤣😂😆🤣😂
We are going to try once a week
@@bradlucy That would be awesome. Thank you. 🥰
Anyone who has a niece who is a chicken should be on TV.
Brilliant reaction to a brilliant show. Hope you keep watching 😂😂👏👏👏👏👏
We are going to try and do an episode every week
@@bradlucy can’t wait 👍😀😀
The guy with the i shot JR t-shirt, his real name is pat short and if you've watched the episode were ted and dougal make a song for the eurovision, the guy hosting it, his real name is john kenny and both he and pat short were a duo called the d'unbelievables
Hi Guys, love you to react to another hilarious Irish comedy. The best of Mrs Browns boys. It’s right up your street.
Love it gets better as it goes on cheers
Welcome to Father Ted.
And well done for making it through.Maybe take a couple of laxatives to make the next show truly memorable.
I believe that the best British comedies,no matter how cutting,divisive or controversial,always have a gentleness at their core.Never spiteful,never vengeful,no underlying vitriol or hate.It sometimes feels more like being chided but not talked down to and never preached.Hard balance to get right.
Looking forward to your ride with this one,hope you got rubber underpants.Enjoy.
"If you don't vote for me,you ain't black" - Joe Biden,2020 Ku Klux Klan national convention.
Father Ted is one of the shows ever made
Best? Yes
The main writer as now fallen foul of cancel culture.
I would love to have a drink with you two. You are brilliant . Love from lreland ♥️😂
Most Excellent!
I have just watched your reaction to Speed 3 with Dougal as the milkman. I also watch King Boomer's reactions to F/Ted.
Speed might be the best episode but there are so many classics
Glad you guys enjoyed this one! :D
Great reaction, I'd forgotten how good father ted was.
Still one of the funniest tv series ever made!
Thanks for letting me think there was a late grain truck from yesterday in the background fucked me up for a bit because they started the quarter at 9 pm last night and they're usually done by morning. Thanks.
In Britain Father Ted is a comedy. In Ireland it's a documentary.
Amazing reaction, I'm all in
It's pretty close to Corner Gas, I reckon. Similar small community characters and the idiocy that seems to thrive in them. Both brilliantly funny.