Derry Girls (2018)

Synopsis

Amidst the political conflict of Northern Ireland in the 1990s, five secondary school students square off with the universal challenges of being a teenager.

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Where to watch

Stream

• Netflix
• Netflix Standard with Ads

Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Saoirse-Monica Jackson as Erin Quinn
• Louisa Harland as Orla McCool
• Nicola Coughlan as Clare Devlin
• Jamie Lee O'Donnell as Michelle Mallon
• Dylan Llewellyn as James Maguire
• Tara Lynne O'Neill as Ma Mary Quinn
• Tommy Tiernan as Da Gerry Quinn
• Kathy Kiera Clarke as Aunt Sarah
• Ian McElhinney as Granda Joe
• Siobhán McSweeney as Sister Michael

If you liked Derry Girls, try

• One Tree Hill
• The Mary Tyler Moore Show
• The Practice
• Newhart
• The Secret Life of the American Teenager
• Skins
• Never Have I Ever
• Younger

BingeNext's take

If you’re looking for a show that mixes sharp humor with real heart, Derry Girls is a fantastic pick. Set in 1990s Northern Ireland during a tense political time, it follows five secondary school friends navigating the usual teenage ups and downs. The cast, including Saoirse-Monica Jackson and Nicola Coughlan, brings a lot of energy and charm to the story, making the characters feel like old friends by the time you finish. With just three seasons and 19 episodes, each around 23 minutes, it’s easy to binge without feeling overwhelmed. The show balances comedy and drama in a way that feels honest and warm, perfect for anyone who enjoys character-driven stories with a bit of history in the background. If you liked shows like One Tree Hill or The Secret Life of the American Teenager, this one will likely hit the right note for you.