The Black Donnellys
Overview
The Donnelly brothers—Tommy, Jimmy, Kevin, and Sean—share an unbreakable bond, willing to do whatever it takes to safeguard one another. Their loyalty leads them down a dark path of deception, theft, and even police encounters. Narrated by aspiring mobster Joey "Ice Cream," this gritty drama explores the siblings' swift descent into organized crime, illustrating their transformation from innocent youths to hardened criminals. As they navigate this dangerous new world, the impact on their relationships with friends, family, and romantic partners becomes increasingly complex and fraught with tension.
Episodes
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1
Pilot
In a desperate attempt to rescue his brother Kevin from gambling debts, Jimmy hatches a scheme involving a stolen shipment of high-end shirts. Howeve...
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2
A Stone of the Heart
The Donnelly family grapples with the shocking news of Sean's health crisis while Jimmy languishes in a detention center, consumed by his thoughts. Me...
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3
God Is a Comedian Playing to an Audience Afraid to Laugh
Following the loss of his insurance, Sean finds himself placed in a psychiatric facility. Meanwhile, Jimmy persuades Kevin to step in and help Sean g...
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4
The World Will Break Your Heart
Kate surprises Tommy by requesting him to lead the memorial for Huey at Donnelly’s bar. With the keg empty, Kevin and Joey Ice Cream embark on a qu...
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5
Lies
In an attempt to recover the Donnelly family's owed money, Nicky intimidates their mother, Helen. Meanwhile, Sean returns home, while Jimmy and Joey g...
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6
Run Like Hell
Tommy finds himself entangled in the high-stakes world of betting run by Jimmy and Kevin after discovering that his friend Maxwell is on the verge of ...
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7
The Only Thing Sure
While Jimmy takes measures to safeguard Sean, Tommy teams up with Kevin to gather their debts. Meanwhile, Jenny faces the challenge of keeping the fa...
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8
In Each One a Savior
As Tommy takes charge of the neighborhood, he falls victim to a con while attempting to drive out drug dealers. Meanwhile, Jimmy pressures Jenny for ...
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9
All of Us Are in the Gutter
Kate secures a position for Tommy at a local art studio. Meanwhile, Nicky suggests a business collaboration with the Donnellys, but insists on workin...
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10
When the Door Opens
Dokey puts his alliance with the Donnellys to the test by requesting their help to evict drug users from a rundown building. During the chaotic rescu...
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11
Wasn't That Enough?
Reilly asks for help after he's ordered to vacate his building, prompting Tommy to uncover hidden family history. Meanwhile, Jimmy and Joanie struggle...
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12
The Black Drop
Tommy strikes a bargain with Nicky to learn the truth about his father's murderer. After Dokey shames Jimmy publicly, Tommy and Kevin decide to take a...
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13
Easy Is the Way
Tommy and Jimmy clash over their strategies to rescue the Donnellys. Tommy devises a scheme to help the family escape the town, enlisting the help of...
