Over the years, Father Brown has seen a revolving door of characters, including Bunty Windermere (portrayed by Emer Kenny), Inspector Mallory (Jack Deam) and Mrs McCarthy (Sorcha Cusack). The gentle crime drama also features regular guest appearances from recurring characters like Lady Felicia Montague (Nancy Carroll) and Hercule Flambeau (John Light).
While the beloved BBC crime drama is on hiatus, many fans are revisiting the series and are curious about one character in particular: the enigmatic Lord 'Monty' Montague (Alexander Hanson). Lord Montague is wedded to Lady Felicia, but their relationship is somewhat distant, reports Gloucestershire Live.
The socialite is frequently seen assisting Father Brown (Mark Williams) in Kembleford, but her husband has only ever graced the screen once in the series.
Inside Father Brown Lord Montague's absence from BBC seriesLord Montague made his solitary appearance in Father Brown's 100th episode, The Red Death, in 2022. Monty and Lady Felicia hosted an extravagant masked ball to commemorate the years 1953 to 1954.
However, the event descended into chaos after the Minister of Defence, Sir Charles Hakeworth (Richard Dillane), was murdered. The ball was swiftly locked down as Father Brown endeavoured to identify the culprit.
The Red Death marked Monty's debut and sole appearance in the show, but there is a very good reason for his absence.
Lady Felicia bid farewell to Father Brown as a regular cast member in series five when Monty was appointed governor of Northern Rhodesia, now known as Zambia.
Thus, her husband's absence is also accounted for by his African posting.
Despite residing in Northern Rhodesia, Lady Felicia graces the screen in one episode each series when she returns to the UK.
Regrettably, Monty and Lady Felicia's marriage appears to be fraught with sadness, with the socialite often feeling isolated and seeking solace in affairs and parties.
Inside Alexander Hanson's career away from Father BrownActor Hanson assumed the role of Monty, gaining recognition for his performances in Beech Is Back and Auf Wiedersehen, Pet.
His other screen credits encompass Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan, The Stranger in Our Bed, The Chelsea Detective, Killing Eve and ITV's Victoria.
He's also acclaimed for his stage work, featuring in numerous plays and musicals in London's West End and on Broadway.
His theatre credits include An Ideal Husband, We Will Rock You, The Sound of Music, Cabaret, Aspects of Love and Troilus and Cressida.
The Anglo-Norwegian actor is married to fellow actor Samantha Bond, renowned for her roles in James Bond and Downton Abbey.
The pair tied the knot back in 1989 and have two children, Molly and Tom.
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