Discover the Latest Must-Watch Period Drama on Netflix: House of Guinness
The ‘best period drama’ available right now on one streaming platform

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Steven Knight's latest period drama, House of Guinness, is gaining acclaim as one of the best in the genre. It follows the Guinness family in 19th-century Dublin, focusing on their struggles after the death of patriarch Sir Benjamin Guinness.
- 01House of Guinness is created by Steven Knight, known for Peaky Blinders and SAS Rogue Heroes.
- 02The series is ranked number 1 in Glossary Magazine's list of captivating period dramas.
- 03James Norton plays Sean Rafferty, a complex character navigating love and ambition within the Guinness family.
- 04The show explores the challenges faced by the Guinness siblings after their father's death.
- 05The setting spans 19th-century Dublin and New York, highlighting family feuds and the brewery's legacy.
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Steven Knight, renowned for his work on British period dramas like Peaky Blinders, has released a new series titled House of Guinness, which is being hailed as one of his best. Cast member James Norton praised the script as 'Steven at his absolute best.' The series, which has been ranked number 1 in Glossary Magazine's list of captivating period dramas, centers on the Guinness family following the death of patriarch Sir Benjamin Guinness. It delves into the lives of his four adult children—Arthur, Edward, Anne, and Ben—as they navigate the challenges of running the world's largest brewery amidst personal and familial conflicts. Norton's character, Sean Rafferty, is a lapsed Catholic from Dublin who becomes entwined with the Guinness family, facing his own struggles with love and ambition. The narrative unfolds against the rich backdrop of 19th-century Dublin and New York, showcasing the complex dynamics within the family and the brewery's operations.
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