An "edge of your seat" crime drama that "Martin Scorsese would be proud of" has been hailed as a "masterpiece" and "miles better than Gangs of London" by fans. The series, which first aired five years ago, is now available to stream for free on BBC iPlayer.
What is Kin About?
Kin is an Irish crime thriller that follows a close-knit Dublin family in the wake of a young boy's tragic death. This shocking event sets off a catastrophic chain of events, ultimately sparking a bitter gangland conflict with an international drug cartel. The official logline adds: "But the Kinsellas have something the cartel does not, the unbreakable bonds of blood and family."
Fan Reactions
Viewers have been quick to praise the show. On IMDb, one fan wrote: "Absolutely brilliant, a true adaptation of a crime family in Dublin, nail biting. Absolutely terrific TV." Another concurred: "Utter brilliance from the storyline to the acting. Not a single bad word to say about it."
A third described Kin as an "excellent Irish crime story" that is "extremely addictive, so consequently, I found myself binge watching both series." Others have called it a "masterpiece" and a "gang saga for the age."
Some fans have compared Kin favourably to the award-winning drama Gangs of London, starring Peaky Blinders actor Joe Cole. One viewer remarked: "Love this Irish family gangster revenge series. Not as needlessly bloody as Gangs of London, it is subtly as lethal." On Reddit, another agreed: "Kin is miles better to be honest," while others praised it as more "raw and realistic."
Cast and Future Seasons
Kin boasts an impressive roster of Irish talent, including Peaky Blinders star Emmett J. Scanlan, Small Things Like These actress Claire Dunne, Daredevil's Charlie Cox, and The Commitments legend Maria Doyle Kennedy. The show has been officially confirmed for a third series, set to air on RTE and BBC One, with reports suggesting a debut sometime in 2027.
Kin is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
