The Priest, played by Andrew Scott, delivers some of Fleabag's most memorable lines. Below are 4 of the best The Priest quotes from Fleabag, each with the scene or episode where it appears, plus 4 pieces of trivia about the character.
Best The Priest Quotes
"Kneel."
— The Priest, Season 2 - The Priest during a charged moment with Fleabag
"I'd rather go to hell with you than to heaven without you."
— The Priest, Season 2 - The Priest confessing his feelings
"You know the thing about a fox? A fox cannot help being a fox."
— The Priest, Season 2 - The Priest at the retreat
"It'll pass."
— The Priest, Season 2, Episode 6 - The Priest's final words to Fleabag
The Priest Trivia & Fun Facts
- The Priest is never given a real name in the show and is referred to only as 'The Priest' or 'Hot Priest' by fans.
- He is the only character who notices Fleabag breaking the fourth wall and looking at the camera, which forms a key part of their intimacy.
- Despite his deep feelings for Fleabag, he ultimately chooses his faith and his vocation over their relationship.
- Andrew Scott's performance earned him widespread acclaim and a BAFTA nomination, making Hot Priest a cultural phenomenon.
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