The John and Mary bit is recalling a time when the parish priest used to be a figure of some importance, when he'd call around to houses to see how people were doing. Every household wanted to present a picture of perfect domesticity, so a false air of sweetness was usually to be found. Similarly, John and Mary can't stand the sight of each other and are actually attacking one another, but as soon as one of the local priests shows up it's all sweetness and light!
@@newuk26 An excellent point! Catholicism had such a staunch hold over the people for so long and it was all starting to come apart in the 90s, with scandal after scandal emerging. Father Ted came along at just the right time and gave us a chance to laugh at it all, long-held beliefs that were just taken for granted and just the silliness of the pageantry and ceremony of it all. As well as portraying a surreal yet also truthful version of an Ireland that was quickly being left behind.
@@cloverfield911 Probably goes for every family. Perfect domestic bliss whenever someone is visiting, then letting the facade fall as soon as they've left!
Watching this you realise there's a few things we haven't been introduced to yet that you would be forgiven for thinking are the mainstay of a Father Ted episode: Father Dick Byrne and his crew, the phone call to that priest that's always at an inopportune moment, Father Jack settling into his four word vocabulary.
I'm so chuffed that near 30 years later Father Ted can still be globally enjoyed. Thank you for giving me the laughs I've needed after an awful couple of days. Much love to you both ♥️
Next episode, we get to meet Father Dick Byrne and run into a little presentism when we see something that has become politically incorrect now. Also one of my favourite series lines: "I'll give you a clue, you live there"
Guys you would absolutely love Porridge starring Ronnie Barker it is set inside prison and is a British classic. The whole series is amazing and they made at least 2 movies as well. When you have space it would be great to see you both react to it & as it popular you should get good viewing figures. There is even a documentary on RUclips called Porridge the best British sitcom.
Dougal is just amazing isn't he, I was to young to remember it on TV but always have time nowadays to sit down and rewatch them. Got my son into Father Ted as well, he thinks it brilliant 🏅 Stay safe.
I don't know how true this is (because it was a long time ago), or whether I am remembering it right, but decades ago I was having a drink with my dad where I live. A local catholic priest, who was a friend of my dad, was talking to me (he'd had a few holy spirits down him). He stated that a lot of Catholic priests watched this programme because it was so close to the truth of how they live. I've never been a priest, but as someone who has worked in the IT field, I know that the 'IT Crowd', another piss-take comedy, is very accurate to how IT people work or think. So maybe it could be true!
I think that it is a bit of a take off of when Monty Python Life of Brian was first shown in America and the demonstration put on by the catholic church which backfired and helped make the film so popular .
5:30 You assumed correctly, but Wexford doesn't even qualify as a city in Irish terms, it's a town of around 20,000 people. Ireland has only 5 cities (I wouldn't count Kilkenny as one).
Something truly strange is going on I saw your video come up in suggestions so I looked back amongst my subscribed notification’s and you weren’t there ? Has RUclips been unsubscribing things without my permission ? I wondered why I didn’t see your videos anymore? Might be worth looking into
Great Reaction Video as always, Brad & Lucy! Always waiting to See Your Next .. it Looks like You Circumvented, the Copyright issues!! GREAT, Hopefully to See more, perhaps, George Carlin's 'Airline Announcements' , 'Keeping People Alert' & 'Expressions & Sayings' ... Stay Safe&Healthy & Thankyou for Sharing your Smiles & Laughs .. Cheers!!
What happens in this episode is called the "Streisand Effect". It's when you complain so much that something that would have gone unnoticed becomes popular. It's named after Barbra Streisand. She complained online that Google Earth could see her house. And because she complained about it everywhere she could it became the highest Google searched item that month. Had she never mentioned it no one have bothered. hahaha
Big flaw in the writing during the Cluedo bit; asking for cards that you have in your own hand is actually a valid tactic and is allowed under the rules of the game.
@TheOrlandoTrustfull Yes but it's still a valid tactic. You can do it regardless of which cards have already been shown. It narrows down your opponent's choice of which one to show if they have more than one of the ones you're actually looking for.
I find it so funny that a Canadian couple in 2022 are watching my (an Englishman) favourite ever sitcom, as if it's brand new. Fantastic. I can't wait for Speed 3, Flight into Terror, Chirpy Burpy Cheap Sheep and Kicking Bishop Brennen Up The Arse. 😂😂😂
Just caught the Al Murray bit . you guys should consider checking out Lisa Lampanelli - a stand up/insult comic - . you two make me laugh each and every time I watch . I thank you for that
I see that you pair have teenagers (and been there yourselves) have you ever thought of giving The Inbetweeners a chance viewing? I'm sure your audience would appreciate your reactions😉
My faves are Fr Liam Finnegan (The Dancing Priest), Father Liam Deliverance (The furniture breaking priest), Fr Austin Purcell (The world most boring priest) and the unseen Fr Clint Power :) Apparently, there were 89 priests in Father Ted, hell, they were all good. Forgot Fr Billy O’Dwyer (The SpinMaster)
The John and Mary bit is recalling a time when the parish priest used to be a figure of some importance, when he'd call around to houses to see how people were doing. Every household wanted to present a picture of perfect domesticity, so a false air of sweetness was usually to be found. Similarly, John and Mary can't stand the sight of each other and are actually attacking one another, but as soon as one of the local priests shows up it's all sweetness and light!
Also divorce had only just been legalised in Ireland at this point, so you had couples who hated each other but were stuck together
@@newuk26 An excellent point! Catholicism had such a staunch hold over the people for so long and it was all starting to come apart in the 90s, with scandal after scandal emerging. Father Ted came along at just the right time and gave us a chance to laugh at it all, long-held beliefs that were just taken for granted and just the silliness of the pageantry and ceremony of it all. As well as portraying a surreal yet also truthful version of an Ireland that was quickly being left behind.
My parents!!!...And not just for the Priest!
@@newuk26 Again....my parents!! It's funny cuz it's true!
@@cloverfield911 Probably goes for every family. Perfect domestic bliss whenever someone is visiting, then letting the facade fall as soon as they've left!
Ah, the first appearance of Bishop Brennan, definitely not the last. The ones with him in are probably the best.
Watching this you realise there's a few things we haven't been introduced to yet that you would be forgiven for thinking are the mainstay of a Father Ted episode: Father Dick Byrne and his crew, the phone call to that priest that's always at an inopportune moment, Father Jack settling into his four word vocabulary.
You address me by my proper title!
Ya little bollocks!
@@foobar476 The phone call is to Father Larry Duff and then there are the unwelcome meetings with Father Noel Furlong.
@@BeardyBaldyBob I’ll kick you up the ar5e!! 🤣😜
Don't call him Len - ye little prick!
I'm so chuffed that near 30 years later Father Ted can still be globally enjoyed.
Thank you for giving me the laughs I've needed after an awful couple of days.
Much love to you both ♥️
Glad you enjoyed it
Next episode, we get to meet Father Dick Byrne and run into a little presentism when we see something that has become politically incorrect now. Also one of my favourite series lines: "I'll give you a clue, you live there"
@@jethro1963 "eh London?"😂
kicking Bishop Brennan up the arse stil my favorite
@@leedavies4589 Me too
My uncle is a priest in rural Ireland. On the western coast. It is fairly accurate. In a sense. Sunday best for church.
Down with this sort of thing!
Just flippin Brilliant, can't stop watching the best comody your Awesome!!!!! 👍
Glad you enjoy it Wayne 😊🍻
Loving these Father Ted reactions, guys. A real treat.
"Down with this sort of thing!"
"Careful now"
Absolutely brilliant guys, “tastes like chicken, smells like fish” I nearly choked 😂😂 thanks guys you are one of my favourite reactors.
Glad you enjoyed it Stephen 😁🍻
I've just realised the voiceover translating the Spanish to English is that of Geoffrey Perkins, now sadly missed comedian & producer.
When the two old ladies start talking about penises, Dougal hides behind his placard. That bit always makes me laugh.
jesus that first couple of seconds scared me 😆
Their protest signs of 'Careful Now' and 'Down With This Sort of Thing', crack me up every time
AESOME episode...... Wait till the 'Holy Stone of Clanrickit' one...hahahahahaha 'That will be an ecumenical matter' hahahahaha
I love the videos , Love the channel and the two of you are fantastic .
Thanks so much
Guys you would absolutely love Porridge starring Ronnie Barker it is set inside prison and is a British classic. The whole series is amazing and they made at least 2 movies as well.
When you have space it would be great to see you both react to it & as it popular you should get good viewing figures. There is even a documentary on RUclips called Porridge the best British sitcom.
‘Careful now’ lol that brings back memories, missed the live last night ☹️ hope to catch you next week 💕
Dougal is just amazing isn't he, I was to young to remember it on TV but always have time nowadays to sit down and rewatch them.
Got my son into Father Ted as well, he thinks it brilliant 🏅
Stay safe.
Down With That Sort of Thing became a catchphrase.
The lady is funny. Lucky man.
They seemed disgusted by the ear wax candles and yet they appear to have one on the top shelf behind them.
🤣🤣
It is a Himalayan Salt Lamp
Ps I'm from Devon in England it looks the same here, we also have a lot of rain lol
I don't know how true this is (because it was a long time ago), or whether I am remembering it right, but decades ago I was having a drink with my dad where I live. A local catholic priest, who was a friend of my dad, was talking to me (he'd had a few holy spirits down him). He stated that a lot of Catholic priests watched this programme because it was so close to the truth of how they live. I've never been a priest, but as someone who has worked in the IT field, I know that the 'IT Crowd', another piss-take comedy, is very accurate to how IT people work or think. So maybe it could be true!
Did you both know Dermot who played Father Ted died the day after filming the final episode aged 45.
Down with this sort of thing
Careful now. Down with dat sort of ting. So irish
Wish my parents were as cool as you guys lol 😆 💕 😂 💙
Lol nice Gomez Addams impression
Drink! Drink!
20:47 I couldn't figure out who Trix was, but apparently how's tricks is a British phrase.
Merry Christmas ⛄⛄ Love you too
Merry Christmas, Kim 🎅
You too are very entertaining
18:20 Give us a B please Bob is from BLOCKBUSTERS which was a game show on ITV
I think that it is a bit of a take off of when Monty Python Life of Brian was first shown in America and the demonstration put on by the catholic church which backfired and helped make the film so popular .
Ye are so funny. Keep it up.
Check out Still Game, a hilarious Scottish show.
oh to be a fly on the wall in your house😂😂
& todays show was brought to you by the letters B, L & N & the number 4
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Cool reaction
The Vicar of Dibley is funny too 😁
We need another episode.
Coming soon. Going through copyright permission
Great news. Can’t feckin waiting much longer.
5:30 You assumed correctly, but Wexford doesn't even qualify as a city in Irish terms, it's a town of around 20,000 people. Ireland has only 5 cities (I wouldn't count Kilkenny as one).
Dave Chappelle the bird revaluation
You two angling for your own show on CBC ? 😂
So how long ago did they meed on PoF?
A long, long time ago in a galaxy far, far away
Something truly strange is going on I saw your video come up in suggestions so I looked back amongst my subscribed notification’s and you weren’t there ?
Has RUclips been unsubscribing things without my permission ? I wondered why I didn’t see your videos anymore? Might be worth looking into
Hmmm. Thanks for the info 👍
🤣🤣🤣🤣
Great Reaction Video as always, Brad & Lucy! Always waiting to See Your Next .. it Looks like You Circumvented, the Copyright issues!! GREAT, Hopefully to See more, perhaps, George Carlin's 'Airline Announcements' , 'Keeping People Alert' & 'Expressions & Sayings' ... Stay Safe&Healthy & Thankyou for Sharing your Smiles & Laughs .. Cheers!!
Saint Mary? :)
Hi guys ❤🇬🇧
Hi Annith 😁🍻
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Love your channel..watch Peter Kay’s car share series..no spoilers..you’ll love it I’m sure🇬🇧😁👍❤️
The league of gentlemen should be top of the list
We did one that introduced us to "Dogging"
Don't know if you ever reacted to the Mrs. Brown's Boys it is an Irish Sitcom and it is hilious. If you have not you should take the time.
First.
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The theme song to Father Ted is called "Songs of Love" by The Divine Comedy. It's a brilliant song.
What happens in this episode is called the "Streisand Effect". It's when you complain so much that something that would have gone unnoticed becomes popular.
It's named after Barbra Streisand. She complained online that Google Earth could see her house. And because she complained about it everywhere she could it became the highest Google searched item that month. Had she never mentioned it no one have bothered. hahaha
So glad that you guys are reacting to Father Ted. Such a funny show!
So glad you two are doing Father Ted. Thank you.
This was my favorite intro so far.
Big love from Spain.
As far as I know the actors playing Jack and the Bishop were the only real actors in the main group. All the rest were comedians
Big flaw in the writing during the Cluedo bit; asking for cards that you have in your own hand is actually a valid tactic and is allowed under the rules of the game.
Ted said that Dougal showed him his cards, pay attention
@TheOrlandoTrustfull Yes but it's still a valid tactic. You can do it regardless of which cards have already been shown. It narrows down your opponent's choice of which one to show if they have more than one of the ones you're actually looking for.
I've got a sore throat still after watching you two last night, now its got worse. Hope you do another Father Ted soon.
Awesome. Check out our Father Ted Playlist here for easy access:
ruclips.net/p/PLug5SerrX4IhdpsL5fleAGXgfnr14ryNM
This episode is hilarious
Your Billy’s is rounder at the top😂
That intro was funnier then the video love it
I find it so funny that a Canadian couple in 2022 are watching my (an Englishman) favourite ever sitcom, as if it's brand new. Fantastic.
I can't wait for Speed 3, Flight into Terror, Chirpy Burpy Cheap Sheep and Kicking Bishop Brennen Up The Arse. 😂😂😂
The Bishop Brennan fella had a part in Babylon 5 as a judge at one point.
He's been in a lot of shows over the years. I recently saw him in a Sweeney episode from the 70's. And he was in an episode of Frasier too!
The actor who plays the Cuban father Jose Hernandez was played by Derrick Branche. He was a classmate of Freddie Mercury.
Mrs Sheridan (the lady on the right going to the cinema) was also the Torot Reading lady in the first episode of Father Ted.
i love you weirdos . keep up the good work .
peace x
Try.... Gimme Gimme Gimme. Another outrageous comedy!
I had a bad experience with the "I'm not a pussy person" quote when I was a toddler in pre school 😂
Epic British/Irish Comedy. Don’t ya just love it? 😂😂😂
Just caught the Al Murray bit . you guys should consider checking out Lisa Lampanelli - a stand up/insult comic - . you two make me laugh each and every time I watch . I thank you for that
Mrs. Doyle reminds me of my Irish grandmother.
Sounds like you have had a couple of those beers before this intro.
That shithole of a cinema is in the town over from my own,it really was as bad as it looks 😅
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And yet that shithole is world famous, small price to pay.
6:06 You were only supposed to laugh three times!
My next half hour sorted 👍🏼
great vid guys .
I see that you pair have teenagers (and been there yourselves) have you ever thought of giving The Inbetweeners a chance viewing? I'm sure your audience would appreciate your reactions😉
Yes, a few have requested them. We have a long list lol
@@bradlucy Well, watch your viewer figures soar.
just wait till you see Father Finton stack:)
My faves are Fr Liam Finnegan (The Dancing Priest), Father Liam Deliverance (The furniture breaking priest), Fr Austin Purcell (The world most boring priest) and the unseen Fr Clint Power :) Apparently, there were 89 priests in Father Ted, hell, they were all good. Forgot Fr Billy O’Dwyer (The SpinMaster)
I had my fun and that’s all that matters
@@-M0LE I took your car and drove it into a big wall :)
You wouldn't find Hitler playing jungle music at 4 in the morning.
YEEESSS!!!! :D
Re intro. We call it kipper knickers or pike pants in the UK 😂😂😂✌️♥️🇬🇧
Not forgetting, wizards sleeve and tuna purse lol 😂
@@stephenmiller195 😂😂😂 I try to forget about the wizards sleeve. I nearly fell in one once. Good job I tied my ankle to the bed post. 😂
@@coot1925 lmfao 🤣
The writers actually invented the word "feck" for the show, and now it's become a mainstream expression across the feckin' globe.
Wait till you get the milk float speed episode haha
Oh my god yes. Still one of my favourite episodes 😂