Filming is set to begin this year on the exciting new series written by Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight. Here’s everything we know so far…
There are a few things Ireland is known for around the world: beautiful scenery, friendly people, and, of course, Guinness.
The black stuff is synonymous with the Emerald Isle, and the story of its creation and the family who brought it to life is nothing short of fascinating.
So, the news that the story of Ireland’s Guinness family is coming to Netflix soon is sure to put a smile on the faces of Guinness fans and Irish history buffs the world over.
An exciting new Netflix collaboration – telling the tale of an Irish dynasty
News broke earlier this week that the story of Ireland’s Guinness family would soon be coming to Netflix. Written by Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight, filming is set to begin on the project later this year.
The story is set in 19th-century Dublin and New York and tells the story of the death of Benjamin Guinness, the man behind the incredible success of Ireland’s iconic Guinness brewery.
Speaking on the project, Netflix said, “It will tell the story of one of Europe’s most famous and enduring dynasties, the Guinness family.”
A family affair – when business and family collide
The series will not only focus on the business aspect of the Guinness legacy. Rather, it will showcase the “far-reaching impact of [Benjamin Guinness’] cunning on the fate of his four adult children, Arthur, Edward, Anne, and Ben’.
A tale of great tragedy intertwined with wealth, power, poverty, and influence, the story of Ireland’s Guinness family is sure to keep Netflix fans hooked to the screen.
Commenting on the series, writer Steven Knight said, “I’ve always been fascinated by their stories and am excited to bring the characters to life for the world to see.”
What we know so far – still in the early days
So, if you’re already excited about the story of Ireland’s Guinness family coming to Netflix, we’ve got all the information you need to know.
The series, House of Guinness, is set to feature eight episodes. Tom Shankland (WΔZ and The Children) will direct the first five, and Mounia Akl (Costa Brava, Lebanon, and Submarine) will direct the final three.
Filming is due to begin this summer in collaboration with television production company Kudos. No expected release date and no cast announcement has been revealed yet. So, we’ll be keeping our eyes peeled for updates and let you know when we find out more!
