Movie Description
The Hanging Gale
(1995)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.
Featured Crew
Cast
Sean Phelan
Conor Phelan
Liam Phelan
Daniel Phelan
Captain William Townsend
Coulter
Ferry
Mary Dolan
Joseph Phelan
James Phelan
McCafferty
Meagher
Harkin
Kerryman
Brian Sweeney
Martin Sweeney
Shanahan
Posters
Facts
Original TitleThe Hanging Gale
Status Released
Release Information
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1995-01-01
Original LanguageEnglish
Production CompaniesBBC Northern Ireland,Kensington Films & Television,Little Bird
Genres
- History
- Drama
