Explore The UnReal World with Visionary Writer Rodney Lee and Director Bonnie Dempsey
Exciting news surrounds the live-action family thriller series “The Unreal,” which is set to return for its second season. Writer Rodney Lee and director Bonnie Dempsey shared insights about the eagerly awaited series during a recent podcast interview. The new season will premiere on October 26th, following its original commissioning by RTÉ.
Overview of “The Unreal”
The storyline centers on the Kelly family, who once discovered they were the fictional characters of a 1980s sitcom. Now, having escaped into the real world, they attempt to lead an ordinary life one year later. Their routine is interrupted when they visit a dilapidated hotel for the 80s Video Collectors Fair.
Key Plot Developments
At the fair, Kevin, one of the Kelly family members, encounters a ghostly boy. This eerie meeting compels the family to embark on a ghost-hunting quest. Kevin’s frightening interaction with the apparition leads to a breathtaking revelation: the ghost bears an uncanny resemblance to him. This twist intertwines with Irish folklore, where the concept of a doppelgänger, or ‘Fetch,’ serves as a symbol of a grim fate to come.
Production Team and Cast
The creative forces behind “The Unreal” include writer Rodney Lee and director Bonnie Dempsey, with production handled by Nuala Carr and David O’Sullivan of Dyehouse Films. The cast features:
- Senan Jennings as Kevin
- Joseph McKucken as Tom
- Kathryn McKiernan as Mary
- Kate Brady as Katie
- Patrick McDonnell
- Daniel Nwambu as Leo
- Lorena Montes
- Don King as Roganvilla
Where to Watch
Fans eager for more can catch up on the first season of “The Unreal,” currently available on the RTÉ Player. As the series continues to weave supernatural elements with comedic adventures, viewers should anticipate heightened stakes as the Kelly family faces their fears in a reality where the lines between fact and fiction blur.
