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Netflix's House of Guinness: Family Rivalry in 19th Century

9/2/2025

Summary

Story summary

Netflix's series *House of Guinness* premieres on September 25, 2025, created by Steven Knight of *Peaky Blinders*.
The story is set in 19th-century Dublin and New York, focusing on the Guinness siblings' power struggle after their father's death.
Unusual will stipulations ignite rivalry, exploring themes of ambition, betrayal, and family dynamics.
The cast features Anthony Boyle, Louis Partridge, Emily Fairn, and Fionn O’Shea, highlighting complex family relationships.

History

Historical Context

The 1845 Irish Potato Famine devastated Ireland, prompting mass emigration and shaping family dynamics. The Guinness family, founders of the Guinness Brewery in 1759, became a significant economic force during this period. Their legacy reflects the ambition and rivalry seen in many immigrant families, particularly in New York, highlighting the long-term impacts of wealth and familial conflict on societal structures.

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Story summary

Netflix's series *House of Guinness* premieres on September 25, 2025, created by Steven Knight of *Peaky Blinders*.
The story is set in 19th-century Dublin and New York, focusing on the Guinness siblings' power struggle after their father's death.
Unusual will stipulations ignite rivalry, exploring themes of ambition, betrayal, and family dynamics.
The cast features Anthony Boyle, Louis Partridge, Emily Fairn, and Fionn O’Shea, highlighting complex family relationships.

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