
Based on a True Story(2023)
The lives of a realtor, a plumber and a former tennis star unexpectedly collide, exposing America’s obsession with true crime, murder and the slow-close toilet seat.


Three lifelong pals embark on a chaotic quest to solve the mystery of their old friend's suspicious death and keep their own dark secret under wraps.

Roisin Gallagher
Saoirse

Sinéad Keenan
Robyn

Caoilfhionn Dunne
Dara

Darragh Hand
Liam
How to Get to Heaven from Belfast is a mystery, comedy, drama series that first aired in 2026 exploring themes of dark comedy, thriller. Created by Caroline Leddy, it stars Roisin Gallagher, Sinéad Keenan, Caoilfhionn Dunne. Three lifelong pals embark on a chaotic quest to solve the mystery of their old friend's suspicious death and keep their own dark secret under wraps.
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