The Hanging Gale
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Genre | Historical drama |
Written by | Allan Cubitt |
Directed by | Diarmuid Lawrence |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Original language | English |
No. of series | 1 |
No. of episodes | 4 |
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Producer | Chris Parr |
Running time | 50 minutes |
Production company | BBC |
Original release | |
Network | BBC One |
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The Hanging Gale is a historical drama television series produced by the BBC in 1995. The series is set during the Great Famine in Ireland and follows the struggles of the Phelan family as they cope with the devastating effects of the famine.
Plot[edit | edit source]
The series centers on the Phelan family, who are tenant farmers in County Donegal. The family consists of four brothers: Daniel, Sean, Conor, and Liam. As the famine worsens, the Phelans face increasing hardship and are forced to make difficult decisions to survive. The series explores themes of landlord-tenant relations, emigration, and the impact of the famine on Irish society.
Cast[edit | edit source]
- Joe McGann as Daniel Phelan
- Mark McGann as Sean Phelan
- Paul McGann as Conor Phelan
- Stephen McGann as Liam Phelan
- Michael Kitchen as Captain Townsend
- Tina Kellegher as Maeve Phelan
Production[edit | edit source]
The series was written by Allan Cubitt and directed by Diarmuid Lawrence. It was produced by Chris Parr for the BBC. The series was filmed on location in County Donegal, providing an authentic backdrop for the story.
Reception[edit | edit source]
The Hanging Gale received critical acclaim for its portrayal of the Great Famine and the performances of the cast, particularly the McGann brothers. The series was praised for its historical accuracy and emotional depth.
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External links[edit | edit source]
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