Couch Theatre: House of Guinness
By Demi Taveras
"House of Guinness" (TV-MA) -- From the creator of Netflix's hit series "Peaky Blinders" comes this historical-drama series about the family behind the Guiness Brewing Company, which premiered all eight of its episodes a few months back. After the patriarch of the family, Benjamin Guiness, passes away, his four adult children are left to deal with the impact of the legacy he left behind.
Photo Caption: Danielle Galligan is Lady Olivia Hedges in Netflix's "House of Guinness." Photo Credit: Ben Blackall/Netflix
Add into the mix the Irish Republican Brotherhood, who riot against the Guiness' ties to the English, and you get pure action scenes that elevate the historical drama into something more exciting. Anthony Boyle ("Masters of the Air"), Louis Partridge ("Disclaimer"), Jack Gleeson ("Game of Thrones"), and James Norton ("King & Conqueror") star in the series, which might eventually premiere another season if creator Steven Knight's dreams go according to plan. (Netflix)
"The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular" (TV-PG) -- Disney's annual TV holiday special is back right in time for the Christmas season to officially kick off. Premiering Dec. 2, the special will feature performances from several artists, some of Disney's most popular locations across the nation, and iconic Disney characters who are ready to spread Christmas cheer. You can expect to hear your favorite Christmas songs from celebrities like Gwen Stefani, Coco Jones, Trisha Yearwood and more. "Dancing With the Stars" judge Derek Hough will be hosting, so don't be surprised if you see him busting out his signature sharp moves throughout the special. (Disney+)
"The Family McMullen" (R) -- This comedy-drama film premiering Dec. 5 is the sequel to the 1995 Edward Burns film "The Brothers McMullen." This continuation builds on the same relationship themes of the original film but tells the characters' stories in a more modern way. Burns, Connie Britton ("The Life List"), and Michael McGlone ("The Bachelors") reprise their roles from the original film, while Pico Alexander ("The Honeymoon") and Halston Sage ("Neighbors") join the cast as Burns' children, who move back home with their father after a series of trials and tribulations. As their bonds get tested in ways that only family members know how to do, the McMullens learn important lessons about love and loyalty, leaving them stronger and more solid than ever. (HBO Max)
"Inheritance" (R) -- This spy thriller film premiering Dec. 5 is led by two actors who have recently completed stellar performances in their own respective series. Phoebe Dynevor ("Bridgerton") and Rhys Ifans ("House of the Dragon") play a father-daughter duo who reconnect after Maya's (Dynevor) mother passes away. Sam (Ifans) is determined to have a relationship with his daughter and persuades her to travel with him so that they can run his "information gathering" business together. After her father suddenly disappears, and Interpol claims that Maya is in possession of stolen government property, Maya realizes she was suckered into some shady business. Now it's up to her to figure out whether she wants to inherit the role her father originated or give herself up to Interpol. (Hulu)
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