Disney+ Picks Up Irish Hit 'The Walsh Sisters'

Disney+ has acquired the UK's second window rights for the acclaimed Irish comedy-drama 'The Walsh Sisters.' This acquisition means the show will stream on Disney+ following its broadcast on the BBC.

The series, based on the beloved book collection by Marian Keyes, has already achieved significant success. Season 1 notably became RTÉ's highest-rated drama over the past two years, prompting the greenlighting of a second season which is currently in production.

Cineflix Rights, the distributor, facilitated this deal and others, selling the show to various international broadcasters. These include TV2 in Norway, TV4 in Sweden, and MTV Oy in Finland. Additionally, Pickbox has secured rights for the Balkan region, and Yes for Israel.

'The Walsh Sisters' centers on the vibrant, though dysfunctional, Walsh family of five sisters and their parents in Dublin. The narrative explores their navigation of life's complexities, including secrets and family dynamics.

Season 2 sees the return of the original cast, including Caroline Menton, Danielle Galligan, Máiréad Tyers, Stefanie Preissner, and Louisa Harland as the sisters. Stefanie Preissner also adapts the series from Keyes' novels. Aidan Quinn and Carrie Crowley reprise their roles as the parents.

Sandra Piha of Cineflix Rights expressed excitement about bringing the series to a wider global audience, highlighting the audience's connection to the comedy, drama, and emotion within the Walsh family's lives. The distribution team also finalized deals with TVNZ and BBC (Netherlands), as well as Pickbox and Yes.