The Weir review: enthralling mix of bar-room banter and absorbing storytelling 

The cast includes Brendan Gleeson, Seán McGinley, Owen McDonnell, Tom Vaughan-Lawlor, and Kate Phillips
The Weir starring Brendan Gleeson. Picture: Rich Gilligan

The Weir starring Brendan Gleeson. Picture: Rich Gilligan

Sun, 17 Aug, 2025 - 05:19
Alan O’Riordan

The Weir

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