Hanging Gale

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  • 1995
  • 1 Season
  • 7.9  (197)

Set in Ireland during the Great Famine of the mid-19th century, Hanging Gale is a three-part drama series that follows the story of the Phelan brothers – Liam (Joe McGann), Danny (Mark McGann), and Dinny (Paul McGann) – who are tasked with failing to pay their rent by their landlord, and as a result, are evicted from their farm.

As the Phelans struggle to come to terms with this sudden change of circumstances, they must also face the harsh realities of the famine, which has swept the country and left many people destitute and starving. With no other options available to them, the brothers decide to take matters into their own hands and form a secret society to fight against the injustices and abuses of their landlord, who is portrayed as a heartless and cruel man preying on his vulnerable tenants.

As the series progresses, we see the Phelans become increasingly involved in a bitter and violent struggle against their landlord, as well as the British authorities who are attempting to quell any resistance to the famine relief efforts. Along the way, they encounter a cast of characters, including a sympathetic priest who tries to help the brothers and their fellow farmers, as well as a number of ruthless and cunning enemies who will stop at nothing to maintain their power and control over the land and its people.

Punctuated by moments of heart-wrenching sorrow and brutal violence, Hanging Gale is a deeply emotional and thought-provoking tale of survival and resistance that explores the issues of power, class, and hunger that have plagued Ireland for centuries. With its stunning cinematography and powerful performances from the McGann brothers, the series is a memorable and evocative portrayal of one of the darkest and most challenging periods in Irish history, making it a must-see for anyone interested in this important and complex topic.

Hanging Gale is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (4 episodes). The series first aired on May 2, 1995.

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Seasons
Part 4
4. Part 4
May 23, 1995
Part 4
Part 3
3. Part 3
May 16, 1995
Part 3
Part 2
2. Part 2
May 9, 1995
Part 2
Part 1
1. Part 1
May 2, 1995
Part 1
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Where to Watch Hanging Gale
Hanging Gale is available for streaming on the BBC One website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Hanging Gale on demand at Amazon.
  • Premiere Date
    May 2, 1995
  • IMDB Rating
    7.9  (197)