Why Is It Called Dad’s Army? Are any of Dad’s Army Still Alive?

“Dad’s Army” is called so because it revolves around a fictional Home Guard platoon during World War II comprised mainly of older men who were ineligible for military service in the regular armed forces.

The term “Dad’s Army” is a colloquialism that reflects the idea that the members of the platoon, despite their age and lack of military experience, are akin to a group of fathers or paternal figures banding together to defend their country. The show humorously portrays the Home Guard as a group of well-meaning but often bumbling individuals who are determined to contribute to the war effort in any way they can, despite their limitations.

Are any of Dad’s Army Still Alive?

The original cast of “Dad’s Army” has sadly dwindled over the years. However, there may still be surviving members.

The last surviving main cast member was Ian Lavender, who portrayed Private Frank Pike. Lavender passed away on February 2, 2024, at the age of 77.

Frank Williams, who played the vicar, Reverend Timothy Farthing, passed away in 2022.