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Storyline

John Murphy leads a struggle against a mining boss that causes some children to be orphaned. Assuming responsibility, he poses as a priest to circumvent the authorities. He and schoolteacher Mae struggle to provide everyday needs for two dozen children.

Country: United States

Type: scripted

Status: Ended

Language: English

Release Date: November 3, 1981

Also Known As: Le grand frère, El padre MurphyVater Murphy, Storie della prateria, Father Murphy, Ojciec Murphy, I ragazzi di padre Murphy, Padre Murphy |  See more »

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Company Credits

Production Co: NBC Productions

Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

1981 | 21 Episodes

Season 2

1982 | 13 Episodes

Awards

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Spur Award 1982

Nominee

Winner

Spur Award

Best TV Script

Young Artist Award 1982

Nominee

Winner

Young Artist Award

Best Television Series - Family Enjoyment

Nominee

Winner

Young Artist Award

Best Young Actor in a Television Series

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