What are the best episodes of Father Ted?

The best rated episodes of Father Ted are: Kicking Bishop Brennan up the Arse - S3E6 rated 8.5, Speed 3 - S3E3 rated 8.4, Are You Right There, Father Ted? - S3E1 rated 8.4, A Song for Europe - S2E5 rated 8.4, The Mainland - S3E4 rated 8.3, Hell - S2E1 rated 8.3, Going to America - S3E8 rated 8.3

What are the worst episodes of Father Ted?

The lowest rated episodes of Father Ted are: Good Luck, Father Ted - S1E1 rated 7.9, And God Created Woman - S1E5 rated 7.9, Chirpy Burpy Cheap Sheep - S3E2 rated 8.0, Rock a Hula Ted - S2E7 rated 8.0, Old Grey Whistle Theft - S2E4 rated 8.0, Escape from Victory - S3E5 rated 8.0, Competition Time - S1E4 rated 8.0

Father Ted Episode Rating Graph

Name: Father Ted
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1995-04-21
Rating: 8.2

Apr 1995 - May 1998

8.5

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Father Ted Episode Rating Chart

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Best Episodes of Father Ted

Kicking Bishop Brennan up the Arse
S3 Ep6
8.5
17th Apr 1998
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?
Speed 3
S3 Ep3
8.4
27th Mar 1998
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?
Are You Right There, Father Ted?
S3 Ep1
8.4
15th Mar 1998
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.
A Song for Europe
S2 Ep5
8.4
5th Apr 1996
Fathers Ted and Dougal enter A Song For Europe with My Lovely Horse. The tune is stolen from the b-side of a Norwegian song that didn't even win A Song For Norway but the lyrics are all their own work. Somehow they get through to Eurovision and score.... nil points.
The Mainland
S3 Ep4
8.3
3rd Apr 1998
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.
Hell
S2 Ep1
8.3
8th Mar 1996
Ted, Dougal and Jack go on an all-expenses-spared holiday to Kilkelly Caravan Park. They meet a young couple, and are soon in trouble with the police. Entertainment comes in the shape of St Kevin's Stump and the Magic Road. Father Jack goes missing; Father Noel Furlong and his youth group turn up to put the final nail in the coffin of the holiday.
Going to America
S3 Ep8
8.3
1st May 1998
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...

Worst Episodes of Father Ted

Good Luck, Father Ted
S1 Ep1
7.9
21st Apr 1995
Ted gets his chance to be on TV when he is to be interviewed by a magazine programme. But 'FunLand', the most pathetic travelling fair ever invented has come to Craggy Island, and while Ted is distracted with Father Jack, Dougal seizes his moment of glory.
And God Created Woman
S1 Ep5
7.9
19th May 1995
A blossoming romance between Father Ted and steamy novelist Polly Clarke threatens to come between a group of visiting nuns and their favourite priest. Among other things, Ted delivers an entire service in a matter of milliseconds, and becomes involved in an armed robbery.
Chirpy Burpy Cheap Sheep
S3 Ep2
8.0
20th Mar 1998
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?
Rock a Hula Ted
S2 Ep7
8.0
19th Apr 1996
Ted is asked to compere the 'Lovely Girls' competition while Dougal is left in charge of the house. Father Jack is mistaken for Bob Geldof and Dougal manages to give the house away to a feminist rock star called Niamh Connolly. Ted has to get the house back, but how will this affect his dinner plans with the winner of the 'Lovely Girls' competition?
Old Grey Whistle Theft
S2 Ep4
8.0
29th Mar 1996
Ted goes on a picnic, Mr Benson's whistle is stolen and Dougal learns an important lesson about true friendship. Ted narrowly avoids incriminating himself to save Dougal's worthless hide
Escape from Victory
S3 Ep5
8.0
10th Apr 1998
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...
Competition Time
S1 Ep4
8.0
12th May 1995
It's the 'All Priests Stars In Their Eyes Lookalike Competition', and showbusiness personality Henry Sellers, a former alcoholic, has landed on the island to host the festivities. Father Ted is determined not to go as Mother Teresa again, but he isn't the only one to think of Elvis. It takes some quick thinking to beat Father Byrne's team from nearby Rugged Island.

Father Ted Episode Guide

Good Luck, Father Ted
S1 Ep1
7.9
21st Apr 1995
Ted gets his chance to be on TV when he is to be interviewed by a magazine programme. But 'FunLand', the most pathetic travelling fair ever invented has come to Craggy Island, and while Ted is distracted with Father Jack, Dougal seizes his moment of glory.
Entertaining Father Stone
S1 Ep2
8.2
28th Apr 1995
The world's most boring priest comes to stay, and he just won't go away. After his worst ever birthday party, Father Ted prays for deliverance from Father Stone, but a lightning strike wasn't what he expected.
The Passion of Saint Tibulus
S1 Ep3
8.1
5th May 1995
The local cinema is showing a film condemned by the Church for its X-rated and blasphemous depiction of Saint Tibulus. Bishop Brennan is dispatched to the island to ensure that the priests take to the picket line in protest. But their defiant stand only gives more publicity to the film, which becomes an overnight success. It is left to Father Jack to stop the Bishop from sending them packing.
Competition Time
S1 Ep4
8.0
12th May 1995
It's the 'All Priests Stars In Their Eyes Lookalike Competition', and showbusiness personality Henry Sellers, a former alcoholic, has landed on the island to host the festivities. Father Ted is determined not to go as Mother Teresa again, but he isn't the only one to think of Elvis. It takes some quick thinking to beat Father Byrne's team from nearby Rugged Island.
And God Created Woman
S1 Ep5
7.9
19th May 1995
A blossoming romance between Father Ted and steamy novelist Polly Clarke threatens to come between a group of visiting nuns and their favourite priest. Among other things, Ted delivers an entire service in a matter of milliseconds, and becomes involved in an armed robbery.
Grant Unto Him Eternal Rest
S1 Ep6
8.2
26th May 1995
After an overdose of floor polish, Father Jack finally bites the dust, and Ted and Dougal discover they've been left a fortune in his will...providing they allay his fear of being buried alive by spending a night with him in the crypt.