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‘House of Guinness’ Debuts on Netflix to Mixed Early Reviews

Steven Knight’s stylized period saga fictionalizes a 19th‑century family power struggle, trading strict accuracy for mood and momentum.

Overview

  • Netflix released all eight episodes globally on September 25, 2025.
  • The drama centers on the fallout from Sir Benjamin Guinness’s 1868 death as Arthur, Edward, Anne, and Ben navigate inheritance, politics, and the brewery’s future.
  • Reviews praise the atmosphere, production design, and performances, with frequent comparisons to Peaky Blinders and Succession alongside critiques of melodrama, pacing, and anachronistic music.
  • The series opens with a disclaimer stating it is “inspired by true facts,” blending real figures with invention and referencing the family’s philanthropic legacy such as the Iveagh Trust.
  • No second season has been announced, though creator Steven Knight has signaled interest in continuing the story and Netflix typically waits for viewership data before renewing.