From The Beginning -
from that small island: the story of the irish

Who are the Irish and where did they come from? These are the animating questions at the heart of Episode 1 as we piece together the fascinating jigsaw of Ireland's earliest inhabitants. We look at how the coming of Christianity transformed Ireland and the episode concludes by examining the complex story of the Vikings in Ireland and their legacy.

Duration: 50 minutes and 36 seconds

Episode Number: 101

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About From That Small Island: The Story of the Irish:

Shot on location in 17 countries worldwide, FROM THAT SMALL ISLAND: THE STORY OF THE IRISH is an ambitious, groundbreaking four-part documentary series that tells the story of the Irish from the very first inhabitants to the present day, tracing the ebb and flow of people into and out of the island.

Produced by the same team behind the multi-award-winning 1916: the Irish Rebellion, the series provides a compelling narrative of Ireland and its people.

Narrated by Colin Farrell and featuring an original score by Colm Mac Con Iomaire, FROM THAT SMALL ISLAND is a journey through time, identity and the enduring spirit of a people whose story continues to shape the world.