Father Brown
1954, English. Directed by Robert Hamer.
An open and shut case of Guinness! Up to his EARS in chaos... Up to his NECK in laughs
Works of art are disappearing, stolen by a master thief, a master of disguise. Father Brown has two goals: to catch the thief and to save his soul.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Robert HamerDirector
- Alec GuinnessFather Brown
- Joan GreenwoodLady Warren
- Peter FinchGustave Flambeau
- Cecil ParkerThe Bishop
- Bernard LeeInspector Valentine
- Sidney JamesBert Parkinson
- Gérard OuryInspector Dubois
- Ernest ThesigerThe Vicomte
- Ernest ClarkBishop's Secretary
- Everley GreggGoverness
- Austin TrevorThe Herald
- Marne MaitlandMaharajah
Details
- Released
- 8 June 1954
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Robert Hamer, Thelma Schnee, Gilbert Keith Chesterton
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How long is Father Brown?
Father Brown runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does Father Brown have a post-credits scene?
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Father Brown parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Father Brown is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Father Brown on?
Father Brown isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Father Brown?
If you liked Father Brown, try The Return of the Pink Panther, Who's Harry Crumb?, The Pink Panther.
Who directed Father Brown?
Father Brown (1954) was directed by Robert Hamer and stars Alec Guinness, Joan Greenwood, Peter Finch.