The mystery drama series filmed in Dublin and Wicklow has earned positive reviews
Neela Debnath Screen Time Reporter
07:52, 15 Dec 2025
The Irish drama came out over the summer(Image: ACORN TV)
If you’re on the hunt for a captivating mystery drama series, look no further than this recent addition featuring a Hollywood star, reports the Irish Mirror.
This show follows in the footsteps of others, including a “brilliant” crime drama, an Irish thriller and a “haunting” drama.
Debuting in the summer of this year, the new series has been met with high praise from audiences on IMDb.
One glowing 10/10 review hailed the show as “excellent”, with the viewer adding: “An added bonus to see beautiful picturesque Ireland. Great acting by all the actors. I love this new show and am looking forward to watching the rest of the season.”
Another top-rated review stated: “It’s refreshing to see a cast containing strong female actors who don’t have to deal with or deal around male leads. Treat yourself and ignore the you’d-be-pretty-if-you’d-smile reviews and watch this for great acting and quality writing.”
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A further 10/10 review saw the viewer pleading for the show’s renewal and singing its praises. The individual commented: “This is very well cast with Ireland as the lead character. The story is very well crafted and we haven’t fought any gaping holes two episodes in.”
Meanwhile, an 8/10 review noted: “Gorgeous. The scenery and cinematography are so thoughtfully done and every frame feels deliberate, like the setting is a character of its own. And the characters are worth watching. The way they interact is layered, subtle, and unfolding in a way that keeps me engaged without being heavy-handed.”
The viewer concluded: “Bottom line: skeptical me is now invested me. This is a definite watch.”
Another review, scoring 8/10, was titled: “Well worth a watch”, with the reviewer elaborating: “I’m always looking for the next mystery drama to fill my time, many end up being forgettable and flat, but this is one of the better ones.”
Irish Blood made its debut on streaming platform Acorn TV in August this year, tracing the journey of an American lawyer who travels to Ireland to uncover why her estranged father abandoned her during her childhood.
Ruth Codd features as a police officer in the drama(Image: ACORN TV)
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The series features Clueless and Batman and Robin star Alicia Silverstone in the lead role as Fiona Fox, an American lawyer seeking answers about her enigmatic family history.
The cast also includes The Siege of Jadotville and Agents of S. H.I. E.L. D. actor Jason O’Mara, Canadian actress Wendy Crewson known for The Santa Clause and What Lies Beneath, acclaimed stage actress Dearbhla Molloy, Peaky Blinders and Jimmy’s Hall star Simone Kirby, The Midnight Club and Celebrity Traitors actress Ruth Codd, Barry John Kinsella, and Leonardo Taiwo.
The six-part series aired over several weeks before concluding. In September, it was announced that Irish Blood had been commissioned for a second series.
In addition to her starring role, Silverstone also serves as an executive producer on the show.
Irish Blood was filmed at various locations across Ireland, including Dublin, County Wicklow and the Causeway coast in Northern Ireland.
Irish Blood is available to streaming on NOW and Acorn TV