Story perspectives

The Yank: New Crime Drama Filming in Connemara

4/15/2026

Summary

Story summary

RTÉ's crime drama *The Yank* is filming in Connemara, Ireland.
The series features Kate Mulgrew as Lieutenant Nora Savage, a former NYPD detective who moves after a traumatic event.
The plot involves her in a murder investigation tied to a climate activist, opposing a powerful environmental magnate.
Eithne Verling makes her TV drama writing debut with this series, created for Mulgrew after their meeting in Galway.
The cast includes Colm Meaney, John Connors, Cillian O'Sullivan, India Mullen, and Jack Rowan.

History

Historical Context

In 2010, the Irish government initiated a tax incentive program to rejuvenate its film industry, leading to productions like *The Yank*. This effort attracted talents such as Kate Mulgrew and highlighted ongoing tensions between environmental activism and corporate interests, echoing historical land use conflicts in Ireland. The initiative underscores the cultural importance of storytelling in addressing contemporary societal challenges while promoting local economic growth.

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Story summary

RTÉ's crime drama *The Yank* is filming in Connemara, Ireland.
The series features Kate Mulgrew as Lieutenant Nora Savage, a former NYPD detective who moves after a traumatic event.
The plot involves her in a murder investigation tied to a climate activist, opposing a powerful environmental magnate.
Eithne Verling makes her TV drama writing debut with this series, created for Mulgrew after their meeting in Galway.
The cast includes Colm Meaney, John Connors, Cillian O'Sullivan, India Mullen, and Jack Rowan.

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