Graham Linehan
Director
Father Ted (1995)
Season 3
Season three continues its' hilarious portrayal of life on Craggy Island. With missteps abound, the Fathers Ted, Dougal and Jack become the target of pranks and revenge. Adventures on the mainland and poorly placed bets also add to absurdity.
Released April 21, 1995
Episode 24 min
14+
Genres: Comedy
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Production Companies: Hat Trick Productions, Channel 4 Television
Network: Channel 4
8.5
S3E1 - Are You Right There, Father Ted?
Ted finally escapes to a new posting at Castlelawn Parochial House, Dublin, with civilised company and frequent jaunts to Paris. Unfortunately a slight misunderstanding over some expenses sends Ted back to his old compadres on the island. After a spot of lad's housecleaning results in Ted being mistakenly tarred as a racist, Ted holds a celebration of Chinese culture to clear his name (though 'Kung Fu Fighting' might not have been an inspired choice of soundtrack). Just when it looks like a happy ending might be in store, a mix-up over some soft furnishings and Nazi memorabilia leaves the Chinese community with a sweet'n'sour taste in the mouth.
March 15, 1998, midnight
7.8
S3E2 - Chirpy Burpy Cheap Sheep
Ted gets mixed up in a web of intrigue and double-cross when he bets the Parochial House heating budget on Chris, the burping sheep. The lads bring Chris to stay at the house in an attempt to improve his chances at 'King of the Sheep 98', but can Ted quell his burping in time for the great day?
March 20, 1998, midnight
7.9
S3E3 - Speed 3
Ted and Dougal turn detective to discover who's behind the bumper crop of hairy babies on Craggy Island. However when justice is done on the culprit he takes a terrible revenge. Dougal's moonlighting stint as island milkman is marred by a bomb set to go off if the milk float drops below 4 mph. Does 'The Poseidon Adventure' hold the key to his rescue, or would Father Jack's pet brick come in more useful?
March 27, 1998, midnight
7.6
S3E4 - The Mainland
A perfectly routine trip to the mainland results in Dougal almost dying from malnutrition, Mrs Doyle being chucked in the clink, Ted nearly being beaten up by Victor Meldrew, and Father Jack joining Alcoholics Anonymous. A chance encounter with old friends Noel Furlong and the St. Luke's Youth Group in some spooky caves spells spelaeological trouble for our heroes.
April 3, 1998, midnight
7.0
S3E5 - Escape from Victory
It's the All-Priests Over-75s Five-A-Side Football challenge, and disaster looms when Ted's star player is nobbled by a bottle of Dreamy-Sleepy Nighty Snoozy-Snooze. Fortunately a pair of fake rubber arms and a remote-controlled wheelchair put our lads in with a chance of beating Dick Byrne this year. As long as they can fool the referee...
April 10, 1998, midnight
8.0
S3E6 - Kicking Bishop Brennan up the Arse
A lost bet with Dick Byrne means Ted has to kick Bishop Brennan up the bum. On cue, Len arrives with PA Father Jessup, the world's most sarcastic priest. Elaborate preparations, a camera, a skirting board, a set of watercolours and some psychological warfare on Ted's part ensure a successful outcome... or do they?
April 17, 1998, midnight
7.3
S3E7 - Night of the Nearly Dead
Jumper-wearing pop sensation Eoin McLove comes to visit. Unfortunately his presence leads hundreds of infatuated middle-aged ladies to surround the house, and the usual hilarious mix-ups ensue. But McLove's easy-going stage persona masks a terrible secret..
April 24, 1998, midnight
6.8
S3E8 - Going to America
Ted performs a genuinely unselfish act, and is rewarded with the offer of a parish in California - his wildest dreams come true. However, parting from his long-time companions at the Parochial House proves tricky. Unless Ted can break the news of his departure tactfully to Dougal, Jack and Mrs Doyle, he won't be going to America...
May 1, 1998, midnight
Network: Channel 4
Episode Runtime: 24 min.
Season Runtime: 578 min.
Released: April 21, 1995
Last Air Date: May 1, 1998, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: TV-14
Common sense age: 14+
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