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Father Murphy

John Murphy, a mining leader, takes a stand against a ruthless boss who leaves children without parents, feeling a sense of responsibility. Disguising himself as a priest, he joins forces with schoolteacher Mae to care for over 25 orphaned children, prioritizing their basic needs.

A mining boss's brutal actions in a small town leave John Murphy feeling guilty, and he takes on a new identity as a priest to safeguard the orphaned children, teaming up with schoolteacher Mae to overcome numerous obstacles and provide for the children's basic needs.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Pilot (1)

1. Pilot (1)

Aired: Nov 2, 1981

A deadly gold rush unfolds in Jackson, as a ruthless hunt for riches sparks a...

Episode 2 Pilot (2)

2. Pilot (2)

Aired: Nov 2, 1981

A visiting priest brings unexpected challenges to Gold Hill, testing the rela...

Episode 5 A Horse from Heaven

5. A Horse from Heaven

Aired: Nov 23, 1981

Eli and Dru embark on a journey to discover educational possibilities for Dru...

Episode 8 False Blessings

8. False Blessings

Aired: Dec 14, 1981

The eccentric owner of Gold Hill bursts onto the scene, delivering a lively m...

Episode 10 Graduation

10. Graduation

Aired: Jan 4, 1982

Will's life takes a drastic turn when he finds a gold nugget, prompting his f...

Episode 11 Will's Surprise

11. Will's Surprise

Aired: Jan 11, 1982

Moses makes a deal with a gambler to turn the school into a temporary casino,...

Episode 15 The Spy

15. The Spy

Aired: Feb 15, 1982

A wealthy widow's plans to adopt a mature boy to inherit her late husband's b...

Episode 16 The Heir Apparent

16. The Heir Apparent

Aired: Feb 22, 1982

Father Parker's faith is put to the test as he struggles to cope with the dev...

Episode 17 In God's Arms

17. In God's Arms

Aired: Mar 1, 1982

A rollercoaster of emotions unfolds as the orphans encounter potential adopti...

Episode 18 The Dream Day

18. The Dream Day

Aired: Mar 13, 1982

A group of kids embark on a daring mission to save Laddie, the beloved horse ...

Episode 19 Laddie

19. Laddie

Aired: Mar 20, 1982

Richard Garrett, the cunning brother of Paul Garrett, arrives in town, seekin...

Episode 20 Matthew & Elizabeth

20. Matthew & Elizabeth

Aired: Mar 27, 1982

A newcomer's arrival in Gold Hill sets off a chain reaction of chaos, as her ...

Info about Father Murphy

Seasons: 2

Current Status: Ended

Network: NBC

Production Country: United States

Genres:Drama, Family, Western