Guinness Family Feud Erupts in Netflix's Gripping New Drama

In September 2025, Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight returned with a new family drama, this time set in Dublin. His miniseries, House of Guinness, arrived on Netflix and quickly became a global hit. Within just three days, it was the third most-watched show on the platform, with 35.7 million hours viewed.

The series follows the aftermath of the death of Sir Benjamin Lee, which shakes the Guinness family to its core. His eldest son, Arthur Guinness, played by Anthony Boyle, now carries the pressure of leadership. Meanwhile, his other children, Edward (Louis Partridge) and Anne Plunket (Emily Fairn), are embroiled in a fierce power struggle, each vying for more control. Their youngest brother, Ben (Fionn O'Shea), finds himself trapped in the family's turmoil.

As the Guinness clan tears itself apart, cousin Byron Hedges (Jack Gleeson) and their calculating Aunt Agnes (Dervla Kirwan) add to the drama. Betrayals and political unrest surround the family as the empire their father built begins to crumble.

The eight-episode miniseries has received strong reviews, with critics praising its gripping storytelling and the performances of the talented ensemble cast. While Netflix has not yet confirmed a second season, many viewers are eagerly anticipating the continuation of this captivating saga.