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The Black Donnellys

The Black Donnellys

★ 7.6/10•2007•1h 0m•TV-14•Drama•Crime
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Family above all.

Meet the Donnelly brothers: Tommy, Jimmy, Kevin and Sean. There is nothing these four Irish brothers wouldn't do to protect each other, and for them that means lying, cheating, stealing and, occasionally, calling the cops. Narrated by wannabe gangster Joey "Ice Cream," this gritty series bears witness to the Donnelly brothers' sudden involvement in organized crime, focusing on how they go from boys to mobsters, and showing how their new life affects their relationships with friends, family and lovers.

StatusEnded
Runtime1h 0m
LanguageEN
First Air DateFeb 26, 2007

Episodes

Episode 1 - PilotE145m

Pilot

Jimmy's plan to help his brother Kevin out of gambling debt with a truckload of stolen designer shirts backfires, forcing the two to kidnap local mob boss Sal Minnetta's nephew Louie. When Sal's right-hand-man Nicky Cottero decides to take the matters into his own hands, it's up to Tommy, the brainy one of the Donnelly brothers, to choose between fighting for his family and life as an honest man.

Feb 26, 2007

Episode 2 - A Stone of the HeartE245m

A Stone of the Heart

As the Donnellys learn Sean's condition, Jimmy stews in a holding cell. Tommy finds comfort in Jenny Reilly. Nicky Cottero seizes control of the Italian mob.

Mar 5, 2007

Episode 3 - God Is a Comedian Playing to an Audience Afraid to LaughE345m

God Is a Comedian Playing to an Audience Afraid to Laugh

After losing his health coverage, Sean is transferred to the psych ward. Jimmy convinces Kevin to bail him out. Tommy deals with guilt over taking the lives of Sal and Huey.

Mar 5, 2007

Episode 4 - The World Will Break Your HeartE445m

The World Will Break Your Heart

Kate stuns Tommy, asking him to host Huey's wake at the Donnelly's bar. With the taps drained, Kevin and Joey Ice Cream go on a mission to find alcohol, while Jimmy raises Dokey's suspicions.

Mar 12, 2007

Episode 5 - LiesE545m

Lies

Hoping to collect the Donnellys' debt, Nicky threatens their mom, Helen. Sean comes home; Jimmy and Joey collect Louie Downtown's payments; Tommy takes a bribe.

Mar 19, 2007

Episode 6 - Run Like HellE645m

Run Like Hell

Tommy gets pulled into Jimmy and Kevin's bookmaking action when he realizes the guy about to get busted for not paying is his friend Maxwell.

Mar 26, 2007

Episode 7 - The Only Thing SureE745m

The Only Thing Sure

As Jimmy protects Sean, Tommy joins forces with Kevin to collect vig. Jenny struggles to maintain the family's diner and watch over her ailing father.

Apr 2, 2007

Episode 8 - In Each One a SaviorE845m

In Each One a Savior

Emerging as head of the 'hood, Tommy gets scammed while trying to evict drug dealers. Jimmy demands payment from Jenny; Nicky learns the Donnellys are behind Louie Downtown's disappearance.

Apr 9, 2007

Episode 9 - All of Us Are in the GutterE945m

All of Us Are in the Gutter

Kate helps Tommy get a job at an art studio. Nicky proposes a partnership with the Donnellys, but he'll only deal with Tommy, which infuriates Jimmy.

Apr 16, 2007

Episode 10 - When the Door OpensE1045m

When the Door Opens

Dokey tests his partnership with the Donnellys by asking them to clear out a building of junkies. Forced to come to Kevin's rescue, Tommy inadvertently commits murder.

Apr 23, 2007

Episode 11 - Wasn't That Enough?E1145m

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 to situate Whitey's body.

Apr 30, 2007

Episode 12 - The Black DropE1245m

The Black Drop

Tommy makes a deal with Nicky for the identity of his father's killer. When Dokey humiliates Jimmy, Tommy and Kevin retaliate. Jenny finds closure concerning her missing husband.

May 7, 2007

Episode 13 - Easy Is the WayE1345m

Easy Is the Way

Tommy and Jimmy have two different ideas on how to save the Donnellys. Tommy hatches a plan to get the family, along with Jenny and Joanie, out of town.

May 14, 2007

Actors

Jonathan Tucker

Jonathan Tucker

Tommy Donnelly

Tom Guiry

Tom Guiry

Jimmy Donnelly

Olivia Wilde

Olivia Wilde

Jenny Reilly

Billy Lush

Billy Lush

Kevin Donnelly

Michael Stahl-David

Michael Stahl-David

Sean Donnelly

Kirk Acevedo

Kirk Acevedo

Nicky Cottero

Keith Nobbs

Keith Nobbs

Joey 'Ice Cream'

Peter Greene

Peter Greene

Derek 'Dokey' Farrell

Brian Tarantina

Brian Tarantina

Vinnie Culiari

Patrick Brennan

Patrick Brennan

Earl

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