Father Ted stars Dermot Morgan as Father Ted Crilly, Ardal O’Hanlon as Father Dougal McGuire, and Frank Kelly as Father Jack Hackett.
Main cast
- Father Ted CrillyDermot Morgan1–3Main
- Father Dougal McGuireArdal O’Hanlon1–3Main
- Father Jack HackettFrank Kelly1–3Main
- Mrs. DoylePauline McLynn1–3Main
Supporting cast
- Bishop Len BrennanJim Norton1–3Supp
- Father Noel FurlongGraham Norton2–3Supp
- Father Larry DuffMaurice O’Donoghue1–3Supp
- Father Dick ByrneMaurice O’Donoghue1–3Supp
- John O’LearyPatrick Drury1–3Supp
Guest & voice
- Father Todd UnctiousStephen Tompkinson2Guest
- Father Cyril McDuffDon Wycherley3Guest
- NiamhAnna Healy1Guest
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About this cast
Father Ted is a beloved Irish sitcom that aired on Channel 4 from 1995 to 1998, following the misadventures of three eccentric Catholic priests living on the fictional Craggy Island. The show is renowned for its sharp wit, surreal humour, and memorable performances from its main cast.
FAQs
Who plays Father Ted in Father Ted?
Dermot Morgan plays Father Ted Crilly.
Who plays Father Dougal in Father Ted?
Ardal O’Hanlon plays Father Dougal McGuire.
Who plays Mrs. Doyle in Father Ted?
Pauline McLynn plays Mrs. Doyle.
How many seasons of Father Ted are there?
There are three seasons, airing from 1995 to 1998.
Is Father Ted based on a true story?
No, it is a fictional sitcom created by Graham Linehan and Arthur Mathews.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026