Father Brown (2013)
Kernel Score: 84% · 131 ratings
Genres: Drama, Crime, Mystery
First aired: 2013-01-14
Seasons: 13 · 140 episodes
Where to watch Father Brown
- Stream: Philo, Britbox Apple TV channel, BritBox
- Free with ads: Hoopla, The Roku Channel
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Father Brown is based on G. K. Chesterton's detective stories about a Catholic priest who doubles as an amateur detective in order to try and solve mysteries.
Father Brown parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that Father Brown is a gentle mystery series about a Catholic priest solving murders as an amateur detective.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Murder mystery plots involve off-screen crime typical of a cozy costume-drama detective series.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Mark Williams as Father Brown
- John Burton as Sergeant Goodfellow
- Tom Chambers as Inspector Sullivan
- Claudie Blakley as Mrs. Devine
- Ruby-May Martinwood as Brenda Palmer
Father Brown FAQ
Is Father Brown good?
Father Brown has an 84% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 131 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Father Brown?
In the US you can stream Father Brown on Philo, Britbox Apple TV channel and BritBox, watch it free with ads on Hoopla and The Roku Channel and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
Is Father Brown OK for kids?
Father Brown is rated TV-PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that Father Brown is a gentle mystery series about a Catholic priest solving murders as an amateur detective.
What shows are like Father Brown?
If you liked Father Brown, try Agatha Christie's Marple, Sherlock Holmes, Agatha Christie's Poirot and Perry Mason.