Dominion Creek, Series 2

Marking the first Western to be made in Ireland, the ambitious, character-driven drama Dominion Creek, Series 2 makes its DVD debut on August 22, 2017 from Acorn TV, an RLJ Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: RLJE) brand. Known as An Klondike in Ireland and winner of four Irish Film and TV Awards for Series 1, including Best Drama, Lead Actor and Script, Series 2 was nominated for a record 10 IFTA awards, including Best Drama, Best Actor, Best Director, and Best Cinematography. The gripping 4-part miniseries stars Owen McDonnell (Single Handed), Seán T.Ó Meallaigh (Vikings, Charlie), and IFTA’s Best Lead Actor winner Dara Devaney(Above Suspicion, Camelot) as the Connolly brothers; three Irish emigrants seeking riches in the American Gold Rush. In Series 2, as the Connolly Brothers continue to grow their influence in Dominion Creek, two new arrivals into town are set to change everything. The storylines and characters draw from historical accounts and are inspired by real life tales of people who experienced the Klondike Gold Rush in the 1890’s. This DVD 2-Disc set features 4 episodes ($39.99, Amazon). Series 2 made its U.S. premiere in April 2017 on Acorn TV. Called a “glorious streaming service… an essential must-have” (The Hollywood Reporter), Acorn TV is North America’s most popular and largest streaming service focused on British and international television.   

Having established themselves as a powerful force to be reckoned with in the town of Dominion Creek, the Connolly brothers stand united against the dangerous turmoil of the Yukon’s remote Klondike Valley during the 1890s gold rush. Eldest brother Tom (Owen McDonnell) emerges as the leader of the Connolly clan and is determined to build an empire for the family, no matter the cost. While kind-hearted Pádraig (Séan T. Ó’Meallaigh) proposes marriage to his sweetheart and continues his humanitarian work, hot-headed Séamus (Dara Devaney) begins to realize that if they are to succeed, he must trust Tom’s ambition.

The brothers anxiously await Captain Pat’s (IFTA winner Ned Dennehy, Peaky Blinders) trial for the murder of Skookum Jim, but a shady judge (Timothy V. Murphy, Appaloosa, Criminal Minds) and his partner (Duane Howard, The Revenant) might prevent justice from being served. Against the growing lawlessness in Dominion Creek, typhoid ravages the town’s residents, and Pádraig is forced to make a choice between his family’s success and the greater good of the community.

Street Date: August 22, 2017           SRP: $39.99         Contains coarse language, graphic violence, nudity, and sexual situations.

DVD 2-Disc Set: 4 episodes – Approx. 215 min. – SDH Subtitles – UPC 054961255290

My Thoughts

This is a great series that gives us a look at life on the Yukon during the Gold Rush. The story is told through the eyes of three Irish brothers named Seamus, Padraig, and Tom Connolly. They strike gold on their claim, but money can tear apart even the closest families. They fight among themselves, but quickly learn they will need to stick together to survive.  Series 2 is broken down into four episodes.

1- Tom survives a mine explosion and opens a bathhouse. Captain Pat is standing trial for murder. 

2- Tom is being blackmailed. Sparks fly between Seamus and Estella, and Kate is drinking heavily.

3 - Seamus learns he's the father of Estella's baby and wants to see him. Jacob has thyroid fever.

4 - Paidraig has been murdered and Chief Isaac stands accused. Tom and Seamus go after Captain Pat, but problems erupt between the brothers.

This is a excellent series for anyone who is a fan of Westerns! I was really impressed with the costume and backdrops. It had a very realistic feel to it. The cast all did a wonderful job as well. It you want to check out this great historical drama for yourself, be sure to grab a copy on Acorn Media or on Amazon.