Netflix Adds Irish-Language Subtitles to ‘House of Guinness‘ Series
DUBLIN – Netflix has made its new historical drama, House of Guinness, accessible to Irish-language speakers wiht the addition of subtitles as gaeilge, a move hailed as a positive step for the language’s visibility and preservation. The series,which explores the story of the Guinness family dynasty,now offers subtitles in Irish alongside its existing English audio.
The inclusion of Irish-language subtitles reflects a growing demand for content in the language and acknowledges its importance to Irish culture and identity. The move allows viewers who prefer to watch content in irish to engage with the series, which is deeply rooted in Irish history and filmed extensively in Ireland alongside other popular Netflix productions like Wednesday and Vikings: Valhalla.
“The Irish language is such a vital part of the country’s culture and identity, and making the series accessible in this way allows us to celebrate that heritage and reach those viewers who prefer to watch as gaeilge,” said Steven Knight, creator of House of Guinness.
House of Guinness is set in 19th-century Dublin and New York, beginning after the death of Sir Benjamin guinness and focusing on the impact of his will on his four children: Arthur, Edward, Anne, and Ben. The series also portrays the lives of Dubliners connected to the Guinness brewery. The cast includes Anthony Boyle (as Arthur Guinness),Louis Partridge,Emily Fairn,and Fionn O’Shea.
Netflix stated that the addition of Irish-language subtitles aims to honour the show’s Irish roots and provide accessibility for viewers who wish to experience the story in their native language.
