Alicia Silverstone's 'Irish Blood' Sets Record as Acorn TV's Biggest-Ever Premiere
The new Irish mystery series 'Irish Blood,' starring and executive produced by Alicia Silverstone, debuted on Acorn TV on August 11 and became the platform's most-watched new series premiere in history. The show also marked the highest subscriber sign-ups in nearly two years on Acorn TV. 'Irish Blood' is a six-part murder mystery that follows Fiona (Silverstone), a Los Angeles divorce attorney who travels to Ireland after receiving a mysterious message from her estranged father, Declan (Jason O’Mara), who had abandoned her and her mother. Upon her arrival, Fiona discovers her father has died under suspicious circumstances and uncovers family secrets involving gambling debts, the Irish mob, and a lie about her father's true intentions. The series features a strong supporting cast, including Ruth Codd and Leonardo Taiwo, and is produced by Shaftesbury and Deadpan Pictures with worldwide distribution rights held by AMC Studios. The series has garnered positive attention, with Silverstone expressing pride in the project and gratitude for the support. The premiere has also spurred a special IFC double feature celebrating Silverstone’s iconic film 'Clueless' and the series debut. Acorn TV, known for its British and international crime dramas such as 'Harry Wild,' 'The Chelsea Detective,' and 'Bloodlands,' continues to expand its acclaimed lineup with upcoming series including 'Art Detectives' and 'Murder Before Evensong.'
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