What is the new Netflix show by the Derry Girls writer about?

The new Netflix show, "How to Get to Heaven from Belfast," is a darkly comedic murder mystery about three friends who reunite for a funeral and get pulled into an eerie adventure across Ireland.

When will "How to Get to Heaven from Belfast" be available on Netflix?

"How to Get to Heaven from Belfast" will stream on Netflix starting February 12th.

What themes does "How to Get to Heaven from Belfast" explore?

The series explores themes of dark humor, mystery, motherhood, career challenges, and the dynamics of female friendships.

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Derry Girls Writer's Dark Comedy Hits Netflix

4 Feb

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Summary

A new Netflix series explores dark humor and mystery.
The show reunites friends for a funeral and an adventure.
It reflects on motherhood, careers, and female friendships.

Derry Girls Writer's Dark Comedy Hits Netflix

Award-winning writer Lisa Magee, known for "Derry Girls," presents "How to Get to Heaven from Belfast," a new Netflix series sharing the same darkly comedic DNA.

The show centers on three friends who return home for a funeral, discovering that "all is not what it seems." This revelation pulls them into a creepy, mysterious adventure across Ireland and beyond, rooted in a distinct Northern Irish sense of humor.

Magee draws inspiration from personal experiences, reflecting on her own friendships and the pressures of modern life, including motherhood and career. The series offers three women a chance for one last adventure, exploring relatable stresses and frustrations.