How to Get to Heaven from Belfast
| How to Get to Heaven from Belfast | |
|---|---|
| Created by | Lisa McGee |
| Directed by | Michael Lennox |
| Original language | English |
| No. of series | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 8 |
| Production | |
| Executive producers |
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| Producer | Brian J. Falconer |
| Production company | |
| Original release | |
| Network | Netflix |
How to Get to Heaven from Belfast is an upcoming television series for Netflix created by Lisa McGee and produced by Hat Trick Productions.
Premise
[edit]Three friends investigate the mysterious death of a former school mate.[1]
Cast
[edit]- Roisin Gallagher as Saoirse
- Sinéad Keenan as Robyn
- Caoilfhionn Dunne as Dana
- Jeanne Ní Áinle
- Emmett J. Scanlan as Owen
- Tom Basden as Seb
- Ardal O'Hanlon as Seamus
- Michelle Fairley as Margo
- Josh Finan as Jason
- Bronagh Gallagher as Booker
- Darragh Hand as Liam
- Natasha O'Keeffe as Greta
Production
[edit]The eight-part series is written and created by Lisa McGee.[2] In August 2023 the series was announced to be executive produced by Caroline Leddy, Liz Lewin, and Jimmy Mulville for Hat Trick Productions and Channel 4.[3] In March 2024, the series moved to streaming service Netflix. Michael Lennox is director.[4]
On 1 July 2024, Roisin Gallagher, Sinead Keenan and Caoilfhionn Dunne were cast in the lead roles.[5] The cast also includes Jeanne Ní Áinle as well as Emmett J. Scanlan, Tom Basden, Ardal O'Hanlon, Michelle Fairley and Josh Finan.[6][7]
Filming began in Belfast in July 2024.[8][9][10] Filming locations include the Harbourview (formerly Londonderry Arms) Hotel in Carnlough.[11]
Release
[edit]The series is scheduled to be released on Netflix in February 2026.[12]
References
[edit]- ^ Scott Byrne, Ruari (22 August 2024). "How To Get To Heaven From Belfast: New comedy-thriller by Derry Girls creator Lisa McGee to air on Channel 4". Buzz.ie. Retrieved 27 January 2024.
- ^ Shafer, Ellise (21 August 2023). "'Derry Girls' Creator Lisa McGee Sets Comedy Thriller Series 'How to Get to Heaven From Belfast' at Channel 4". Variety. Retrieved 27 January 2024.
- ^ Cormack, Morgan (22 August 2024). "Derry Girls creator Lisa McGee announces new comedy thriller". Radio Times. Retrieved 27 January 2024.
- ^ Shafer, Ellise (15 March 2024). "'Derry Girls' Creator Lisa McGee's New Series 'How to Get to Heaven From Belfast' Moves to Netflix". Variety. Retrieved 15 March 2024.
- ^ Ritman, Alex (1 July 2024). "'Derry Girls' Creator Lisa McGee Unveils Lead Cast for Netflix Comedy Thriller Series 'How to Get to Heaven From Belfast' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 1 July 2024.
- ^ Wilkinson, Amber (7 May 2025). "Rising Stars Ireland 2025: Jeanne Ní Áinle (actor)". Retrieved 7 May 2025.
- ^ Warner, Sam (22 October 2025). "Kin and MobLand's Emmett J Scanlan in newly-confirmed cast for Netflix's Ireland-set comedy thriller". Digital Spy. Retrieved 22 October 2025.
- ^ Calnan, Ellie (14 August 2024). "2024 film and high-end TV productions shooting in the UK and Ireland: latest updates". Screen Daily. Retrieved 14 August 2024.
- ^ Coleman, Maureen (1 July 2024). "How To Get To Heaven From Belfast: Derry Girls writer's new Netflix show begins filming in NI". Belfast Telegraph. Retrieved 14 August 2024.
- ^ "New series from Derry Girls creator to begin filming in Belfast". RTE. 19 March 2024. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
- ^ "Antrim coast hotel transformed for new Netflix series from writer of Derry Girls". loveballymena. 1 July 2024. Retrieved 1 July 2024.
- ^ "Ardal O'Hanlon among starry Irish cast for Lisa McGee's Netflix comedy thriller series". RTÉ. 22 October 2025. Retrieved 22 October 2025.
