TV review: The best thing about 'Scannal' is it’s only 30 minutes long

The truth hardly matters any more. But this show gives a pleasing glimpse of life and morality in 19th century Ireland
TV review: The best thing about 'Scannal' is it’s only 30 minutes long

Waves crash over Ireland's Eye. Picture: Colin Keegan, Collins Dublin

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025 - 12:00
Pat Fitzpatrick

RTÉ is very good at some things. Telling a story is one of them.

And the story on this week's Scannal (RTÉ One and RTÉ Player) is a cracker.

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