Netflix and chill with these Irish selections all holiday season long!
It’s finally Christmas time, so after you’ve gotten all your shopping and wrapping down, curl up on the couch in front of the fire and tune into these Irish selections which are currently available for streaming on American Netflix:
Angela’s Christmas
Based on a story by Irish writer Frank McCourt, this family-friendly flick will warm your heart at Christmas.
Bad Day for the Cut
In the mood for a thriller? Look no further than this Irish film which features an Irish farmer seeking revenge for the murder of his beloved mother.
Black 47
James Frecheville stars as Irish man Martin Feeney, a former British soldier who returns home to Ireland to discover his family members either starved or destroyed by the English. The story follows Feeney as he sets on a path of revenge.
Can’t Cope Won’t Cope
Perhaps considered Ireland’s answer to HBO’s ‘Girls,’ this two-season comedy-drama looks at the complicated relationship between two Irish girls who are trying to get by in Dublin.
Cardboard Gangsters
Featuring John Connors of ‘Love/Hate’ fame, this movie chronicles one Dublin drug dealer’s gritty climb through the ranks.
Conor McGregor: Notorious
Love him or hate him, Conor McGregor is one of Ireland’s most famous exports of recent times. This documentary traces the MMA’s fighter from his humble beginnings to worldwide fame.
Derry Girls
One of our favorites! This smash-hit comedy series features a group of teenage girls as they grow up during the Troubles era in Northern Ireland.
Handsome Devil
This coming-of-age movie features two boarding school roommates, one an outsider and the other a star athlete. Their unlikely friendship gives way to an even more unlikely relationship.
Hardy Bucks
This mockumentary, suitable only for adults, follows a gang of young men in rural Co Mayo as they entertain vague ambitions involving quick cash, women, and fame.
Hostage to the Devil
A look at Irish priest Father Malachi Martin, whose belief in demonic possession led him to conduct several exorcisms.
The IT Crowd
Fans of ‘The Office’ will get a laugh out of this British comedy series that stars a fresh-faced Roscommon native Chris O’Dowd, prior to his ‘Bridesmaids’ fame.
Puffin Rock
One for the kiddos! This feel-good animated series, featuring voiceover work from Irish actor Chris O'Dowd, follows the adventures of Oona and Baba as they explore the beautiful island of Puffin Rock.
Rebellion
History junkies will enjoy this dramatic series about three different women and their families and the choices they make during the Irish rebellion of 1916 in Dublin.
ReMastered: The Miami Showband Massacre
One survivor of the attack on The Miami Showband in 1979 doggedly pursues the truth.
The Siege of Jadotville
This incredible true story tells the tale of how Irish U.N. peace-keeping soldiers came under attack while stationed in Africa.
Song of the Sea
This delightful children's movie is sure to please viewers of all ages. Recounting an ancient Irish tale of the 'selikies,' a family embarks on a fantastic adventure.
The Young Offenders
Two bumbling Cork teens, embarking on an epic bike journey, get involved in a drug deal gone wrong in this quintessentially Irish comedy.
*Originally published in 2019, last updated in December 2021.
What did we miss? What’s your favorite Irish production to watch on Netflix? Let us know in the comments!
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