The Irish in America: Long Journey Home - Season 1

Season 1

The Irish in America: Long Journey Home is a 6 hour miniseries that chronicles the important role the Irish have played in shaping America. It explores the causes of one of the greatest human migrations in history, and traces the struggles and successes of these millions of immigrants. It has been filmed in Ireland and New York City and distributed by Walt Disney. The soundtrack, by Paddy Moloney of The Chieftains and Elvis Costello won the Grammy Award for Best Traditional Folk Album in 1999, and features music from some of Ireland’s leading talents, including Elvis Costello, Sinéad O’Connor, Van Morrison, and the Chieftains.

Network

Episodes3

DatesJan. 26, 1998 - Jan. 28, 1998

Episodes

Season 1Episode 190 min

The Great Hunger

The Irish immigration explosion following the potato famine of the mid-1800s.

Jan. 26, 1998

Season 1Episode 2120 min

All Across America

Irish immigrants spread out across the United States, taking with them stories of their homeland while creating new myths and heroes.

Jan. 27, 1998

Season 1Episode 3150 min

Up From City Streets; Success

Successful Irish-Americans in theater, business and politics, from Al Smith's governorship to John F. Kennedy's presidency.

Jan. 28, 1998

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