Hollywood Comes to Town – But Can the Town Handle It?

Some stories are too big to stay buried.

That’s the premise of Small Town, Big Story, a brand-new Sky Original series from the mind of Chris O’Dowd—the man who brought us the much-loved Moone Boy. But this isn’t just another quirky Irish comedy. It’s warm, it’s witty, and it’s packed with drama. A small town with big secrets, a Hollywood production, and a cast that’s impossible to ignore.

Filmed on location in Ireland, this six-part series takes us to the fictional village of Drumbán, a place where rumours spread like wildfire and some things are better left unsaid. But when a film crew rolls into town, the past comes knocking—hard.

What’s been kept under wraps since the eve of the Millennium? And what happens when the town’s best-kept secret is suddenly caught on camera?

A Cast That Means Business

This is no ordinary TV lineup. Headlining the show are two powerhouse performers:

Christina Hendricks (Mad Men, Good Girls) as Wendy Patterson
Paddy Considine (House of the Dragon, Dead Man’s Shoes) as Seamus Proctor

But the supporting cast is just as impressive, featuring some of Ireland’s most exciting talent:

• Eileen Walsh as Catherine Proctor
• Leia Murphy as Joanne Proctor
• David Rawle (Moone Boy) as Sonny Proctor
• Patrick Martins as Jules O’Brien
• Evanne Kilgallon as Shelly McGoldrick
• Andrew Bennett as Barry Battles
• Ruth McCabe as Betty Battles
• David Wilmot (The Wonder, Anna Karenina) as Keith McCurdle

With Chris O’Dowd at the helm as both writer and director, expect a mix of offbeat humour and hard-hitting drama—the kind of Irish storytelling that hits home but keeps you laughing along the way.

When & Where to Watch

The full season of Small Town, Big Story lands on Sky and NOW from February 27th.

• Watch on Sky
• Stream all episodes with a NOW Entertainment Membership—no contract needed

What’s the Big Story in Your Town?

To celebrate the launch, Sky and NOW want to know your town’s biggest story.

Did you spot a Hollywood A-lister in the local pub? Have a random celebrity encounter that’s almost too bizarre to believe? Maybe you once sat next to a rock legend on the bus?

Whatever your brush with fame, we want to hear about it.

Tune in all this week to Morning Glory with PJ & Jim for your chance to win a NOW Entertainment Membership every day. Plus, one lucky listener will bag €500, all thanks to Sky and NOW. All you have to do is flick us a text to 087 181 8100 and let us know your towns big story and you will get yourself in the draw!

So, what’s your town’s big story?

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