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J.K. Simmons Stars in Gripping 1980s Crime Drama

5/29/2025

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Oscar-winning actor J.K. Simmons is set to captivate audiences as Eamon Sweeney in MGM+'s gripping crime drama, The Westies. Set against the gritty backdrop of 1980s Hell’s Kitchen, the series delves into the fierce rivalry between the Irish-American gang and the Italian mafia. Filming kicks off in July in Toronto, promising an intense portrayal from Simmons.

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Story summary

Oscar-winning actor J.K. Simmons is set to captivate audiences as Eamon Sweeney in MGM+'s gripping crime drama, The Westies. Set against the gritty backdrop of 1980s Hell’s Kitchen, the series delves into the fierce rivalry between the Irish-American gang and the Italian mafia. Filming kicks off in July in Toronto, promising an intense portrayal from Simmons.