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Netflix's 'House of Guinness' Soars with 95% Rating

10/5/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Netflix's House of Guinness, Steven Knight's project, premiered September 25 and quickly became a top title, though it trailed Wayward.
The show follows the Guinness family's power struggle after their patriarch's death and holds a 95% Rotten Tomatoes rating.
Knight also develops a Peaky Blinders film and a James Bond reboot; Netflix previews more family dramas, including The Gentlemen seasons.

History

Historical Context

The premiere of Netflix's *House of Guinness* on September 25, 2025, highlights a renewed interest in family dramas, echoing the Guinness family's historical significance. In 1989, a scandal involving the Guinness Book of World Records showcased their cultural influence. This series explores the family's legacy in 19th-century Ireland, reflecting ongoing fascination with powerful families and their internal conflicts.

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Story summary

Netflix's House of Guinness, Steven Knight's project, premiered September 25 and quickly became a top title, though it trailed Wayward.
The show follows the Guinness family's power struggle after their patriarch's death and holds a 95% Rotten Tomatoes rating.
Knight also develops a Peaky Blinders film and a James Bond reboot; Netflix previews more family dramas, including The Gentlemen seasons.

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