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Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Death in Paradise star's forgotten sitcom on Prime Video and he's unrecognisable
A Channel 4 sitcom, starring a Death in Paradise favourite, is now trending on Prime Video despite having been released over a decade ago A sitcom featuring Ardal O'Hanlon that originally aired over a decade ago has found new popularity on Prime Video. London Irish, which first graced Channel 4 in 2013, boasts a star-studded cast including Death in Paradise's Ardal O'Hanlon and Derry Girls' Peter Campion. The show centres around a group of Belfast expats navigating life in London. The series was the brainchild of Lisa McGee, the creative force behind Derry Girls. Despite only running for six episodes and Channel 4 deciding against a second season, London Irish has found renewed interest. Now available on Prime Video, the show has been given the 'trending now' label, demonstrating its enduring appeal 12 years after its initial release. The cast also features Sinéad Keenan, known for her role in Unforgotten, Game of Thrones actor Ker Logan, No Offence's Tracey Lynch, and Kat Reagan, reports Wales Online. Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the creator and star of BBC's Fleabag, also makes a guest appearance in London Irish, portraying a character named Steph in one episode. The synopsis for London Irish reads: "Conor and Bronagh are twenty-something siblings from Northern Ireland who, along with friends Packy and Niamh, are trying to make their way through London life. "The foursome find navigating the big city challenging, particularly as they're playing by their own unique set of rules, leading to all sorts of mischief. "Conor is highly unpredictable and tends to just go with unbelievable things that tend to happen to him while his older sister, Bronagh, is the opposite of him - cynical, dark and fierce. Self-confident Niamh is ambitious and can be ruthless when she doesn't get what she wants. "Packy is the closest thing the group has to a parental figure and tries to keep the others in line but often gets dragged into their madness." Ardal, who portrays Chris in the sitcom, first gained recognition in Father Ted before joining BBC One's Death in Paradise as DI Jack Mooney. He left the popular drama series in 2020, but recently appeared in spin-off series Return to Paradise. His character featured remotely as part of a storyline with DI Mackenzie Clarke (Anna Samson).
Wales Online
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Death in Paradise star's forgotten sitcom is available to stream and he looks so different
Death in Paradise star's forgotten sitcom is available to stream and he looks so different A much-loved sitcom, starring Death in Paradise favourite Ardal O'Hanlon, appears to have been rediscovered by TV fans after being added to Prime Video London Irish aired on Channel 4 (Image: Channel 4 ) A forgotten sitcom starring Ardal O'Hanlon has started trending on Prime Video, despite having premiered over a decade ago. London Irish originally landed on Channel 4 back in 2013, starring many famous faces, including Death in Paradise star Ardal O'Hanlon and Derry Girls' Peter Campion. The series follows the lives of a group of Belfast expatriates living in the UK capital. Created by Lisa McGee - the brains behind Derry Girls - London Irish ran for six episodes, with Channel 4 then confirming there were no plans to bring the show back for a second season. London Irish is now available to stream on Prime Video and it's been awarded the 'trending now' tag, proving its still popular 12 years after its release. Ardal O'Hanlon in Death in Paradise (Image: BBC ) BBC launch huge Oasis coverage ahead of reunion gigs with entire night of music READ MORE: The cast is also made up of Sinéad Keenan, known for starring in Unforgotten, as well as Game on Thrones star Ker Logan, No Offence actress Tracey Lynch and Kat Reagan. Article continues below Phoebe Waller-Bridge, creator and star of BBC's Fleabag, also makes an appearance in London Irish, playing a character named Steph in one episode. A description for London Irish reads: "Conor and Bronagh are twenty-something siblings from Northern Ireland who, along with friends Packy and Niamh, are trying to make their way through London life. "Navigating the big city isn't easy for the foursome, especially because the rules they're playing by - rules that only they get - lead to a whole load of wrongdoings. "Conor is highly unpredictable and tends to just go with unbelievable things that tend to happen to him while his older sister, Bronagh, is the opposite of him - cynical, dark and fierce. Self-confident Niamh is ambitious and can be ruthless when she doesn't get what she wants. "Packy is the closest thing the group has to a parental figure and tries to keep the others in line but often gets dragged into their madness." London Irish stars Ardal as Chris 'Da' Lynch (Image: Channel 4 ) Article continues below Ardal, who plays Chris in the sitcom, initially rose to fame in Father Ted before joining BBC One's Death in Paradise as DI Jack Mooney. He exited the hit drama series in 2020, but recently starred in spin-off series Return to Paradise. His character appeared remotely as part of a storyline with DI Mackenzie Clarke (Anna Samson). London Irish is available to stream now on Prime Video.
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Death in Paradise fans floored as 'favourite' star is in another crime series
Death in Paradise fans have been left floored after discovering that former detective, DI Jack Mooney, is also in another detective series, as they branded him their "favourite" Fans of Death in Paradise have just clocked that their "favourite" sleuth, Ardal O'Hanlon, stars in another detective drama. Ardal was the much-loved DI Jack Mooney on the hit BBC show before he departed Saint Marie to join his daughter in London. Since leaving, he's returned to our screens in the Death in Paradise spin-off, Return to Paradise, featuring the series' first female detective. Yet, it turns out Ardal has also been spotted in a different detective series, Sherlock & Daughter, playing Mr Halligan, the butler. On a Facebook fan page for Death in Paradise, one viewer posted: "I see Ardal O'Hanlon is in Sherlock & Daughter as Holmes' butler." This sparked reactions from other fans, with one saying: "I love Ardal O'Hanlon," and another declaring: "Jack was my favourite detective," reports the Express. A fellow fan agreed: "Mine too." Another excitedly commented: "OMG, I need to watch this now." Sherlock & Daughter's plot summary reveals: "Sherlock & Daughter follows Amelia, a young woman who travels to London seeking her father, Sherlock Holmes, after her mother's murder. "She joins forces with the renowned detective to crack a global conspiracy and uncover the truth behind her mother's killing and her own origins. "Initially, Sherlock doubts Amelia's story, suspecting deceit. The series delves into their complicated dynamic as they collaborate to solve the enigma." Ardal joined Death in Paradise in its sixth series, embodying DI Jack Mooney as a man grappling with his wife's recent passing. He saw his character through to the ninth season, ultimately deciding to leave the show as he came to terms with his loss and chose to return to London with his daughter. Discussing his departure with OK!, Ardal O'Hanlon said, "I suppose I didn't think I'd be doing anything for a fourth series. I really thought three series would be the max, you know." He elaborated on the challenges of the role: "Because it's quite a demanding show... It's a tough old show in terms of being away from home for so long and in terms of the conditions that you film in the heat and the humidity." Ardal also touched on the impact on his family life: "I think [Melanie - his wife] found it very tough because we've got three big grown-up kids living in the house and she's got a lot on her plate, so I think she was finding it tougher as the years went on. And I was missing them all hugely as well, so I think it made sense."
Wales Online
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
BBC Death in Paradise fans only just realise 'favourite detective' is in another crime series
BBC Death in Paradise fans only just realise 'favourite detective' is in another crime series Ardal O'Hanlon is best known for his role as DI Jack Mooney in Death in Paradise, but it seems fans are only just realising the actor also stars in another detective series Fans of Death in Paradise have recently discovered that their "favourite" detective, Ardal O'Hanlon, stars in another detective series. Known for his role as DI Jack Mooney in the popular BBC show, Ardal left the sunny climes of Saint Marie to join his daughter in London. Since then, he has returned to the Death in Paradise universe in the spin-off, Return to Paradise, alongside the series' first female detective. However, it appears that Ardal has also featured in another detective series, Sherlock & Daughter, where he portrays the character of Mr Halligan, a butler. On a Facebook fan page dedicated to Death in Paradise, one viewer noted: "I see Ardal O'Hanlon is in Sherlock & Daughter as Holmes' butler." Responses from other fans included: "I love Ardal O'Hanlon," and "Jack was my favourite detective," reports the Express. Article continues below Another fan exclaimed: "OMG, I need to watch this now." Ardal is in another detective series (Image: BBC ) This Morning host fights tears as Grenfell survivor speaks on losing unborn baby READ MORE: The plot of Sherlock & Daughter revolves around Amelia, a young woman who travels to London in search of her father, Sherlock Holmes, following her mother's murder. She joins forces with the renowned detective to uncover a global conspiracy and solve the mystery of her mother's death and her own origins. Initially, Sherlock doubts Amelia's claims and suspects deceit, leading to a tense relationship as they collaborate on the case. Ardal made his debut as DI Jack Mooney in the sixth season of Death in Paradise, portraying a recent widower grappling with the loss of his wife. Ardal O'Hanlon gracefully exited his role in season nine of 'Death in Paradise', deciding to leave the sun-soaked setting and return to London with his on-screen daughter. Ardal O'Hanlon played Jack Mooney (Image: BBC ) Discussing his departure, Ardal shared with OK! magazine, "I suppose I didn't think I'd be doing anything for a fourth series. I really thought three series would be the max, you know." He reflected on the show's challenges: "Because it's quite a demanding show... It's a tough old show in terms of being away from home for so long and in terms of the conditions that you film in the heat and the humidity." Article continues below Ardal also mentioned the strain on his family life, saying, "I think [Melanie - his wife] found it very tough because we've got three big grown-up kids living in the house and she's got a lot on her plate, so I think she was finding it tougher as the years went on. And I was missing them all hugely as well, so I think it made sense." Fans can continue to enjoy 'Death in Paradise' on BBC iPlayer.
Extra.ie
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Laughing matters: Pope's praise forour top comedians
Father Ted star Ardal O'Hanlon was among a 'conclave of comedians', including fellow Irishmen Tommy Tiernan and Late Late Show host Patrick Kielty, who met the Pope in a private audience. The group of around 100 comics met Pope Francis last June at the Vatican. Others who attended included Whoopi Goldberg, Jimmy Fallon, Chris Rock, Stephen Colbert and Conan O'Brien. The Pope blessed the comedians and their art. 'Continue to cheer people up, especially those who find it hardest to look at life with hope,' he said. Pope Francis meets more than 100 comedians at the Vatican in June 2024. Pic: ABACA/REX/Shutterstock According to the Vatican News, Pope Francis told the comedians they had 'a precious gift,' that could spread peace 'within hearts and between peoples, helping us to overcome difficulties and cope with daily stress.' He said another 'miracle' of comedians was their ability to make people smile, even when tackling serious issues. Tommy Tiernan with Pope Francis. Pic: Vatican News 'You denounce the excesses of power, give voice to forgotten situations, highlight abuses, point out inappropriate behaviour… but without spreading alarm and terror, anxiety or fear,' he told them. Unlike other forms of communication, he argued, humour was 'never against' anyone but was inclusive and proactive, prompting openness, sympathy and empathy. Ardal O'Hanlon with Pope Francis. Pic: Vatican News In fact, the Pope said, 'We can even laugh at God, just as we play and joke with those we love.' Patrick Kielty with Pope Francis. Pic: Vatican News But, he added, 'this must be done without offending the religious feelings of believers, especially the poor.'
