Netflix has just unleashed the first tantalising trailer for its upcoming period drama, 'House of Guinness', and it promises a potent brew of power, wealth, and family betrayal.
The series, set to debut on the streaming platform this November, delves into the bitter and often vicious feud that tore apart the legendary Guinness dynasty in late 19th-century Dublin. The trailer opens with a grand spectacle, establishing the immense wealth and global influence of the Guinness empire, built on the world's most famous stout.
But the glittering facade quickly cracks. The central conflict ignites over the future of the family's vast fortune. The first son and heir, Edward 'Ned' Guinness, finds himself pitted against his formidable mother, the Dowager Countess, who is determined to see her younger son, Arthur, inherit the business throne.
The preview is packed with tense family dinners that simmer with resentment, whispered conspiracies in opulent drawing rooms, and the ruthless machinations of high society. It paints a picture of a family drowning in its own privilege, where love is conditional and loyalty is a currency to be traded.
Boasting lavish production values, the series features a stellar cast, including Tom Vaughan-Lawlor and James Murphy as the warring brothers. The show is created by the acclaimed Eoin O'Connor, ensuring a narrative rich with historical intrigue and complex characters.
Mark your calendars. All episodes of this intoxicating saga of ambition and revenge will be available to stream on Netflix from November 15, 2024.
