(James Stephens): The ambitious assistant to the Archbishop who often provides comic relief. Origins and Legacy
: Father Frank Dowling investigates the apparent suicide of a young man, only to discover a complex web of murder and cover-ups involving high-profile parishioners. Characters Introduced : Father Dowling Mysteries
(Mary Wickes): The sharp-tongued parish housekeeper. (James Stephens): The ambitious assistant to the Archbishop
The "proper feature" likely refers to the two-hour television movie pilot titled " Fatal Confession " , which aired on November 30, 1987, on NBC . The "proper feature" likely refers to the two-hour
(Tom Bosley): A compassionate Chicago priest with a knack for sleuthing.
This feature-length film introduced the main characters and served as the precursor to the television series that began in 1989. Title : Fatal Confession: A Father Dowling Mystery .
(Tracy Nelson): A street-smart nun who assists him with unconventional skills like lock-picking.