Overview

In this historical miniseries created for BBC Northern Ireland, four brothers struggle to survive during the Irish potato famine of the 1840s while facing persecution from an agent (Michael Kitchen) of their indifferent English landlord. Looking on in horror as their primary food source dwindles, the Phelan brothers (portrayed by real-life siblings Joe, Mark, Paul and Stephen McGann) are torn between nonviolent protest and bloody revolt.

Cast

Joe McGann, Mark McGann, Paul McGann, Stephen McGann, Michael Kitchen, Gerard McSorley, Sean McGinley, Tina Kellegher

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What is "The Hanging Gale" about?

In this historical miniseries created for BBC Northern Ireland, four brothers struggle to survive during the Irish potato famine of the 1840s while facing persecution from an agent (Michael Kitchen) of their indifferent English landlord. Looking on in horror as their primary food source dwindles, the Phelan brothers (portrayed by real-life siblings Joe, Mark, Paul and Stephen McGann) are torn between nonviolent protest and bloody revolt.

When was "The Hanging Gale" released?

The Hanging Gale was released in 1995.

Who stars in "The Hanging Gale"?

The cast includes Joe McGann, Mark McGann, Paul McGann, Stephen McGann.