Crime drama gang, MGM+ just dropped the official trailer for “The Westies,” and it looks like the streamer is diving into one of New York City’s most notorious gangs.
Starring Academy Award winner J.K. Simmons, “The Westies” is a gritty new crime drama inspired by the infamous Irish gang that operated in Hell’s Kitchen during the early 1980s.
The eight-episode series premieres July 12 with a two-episode launch on MGM+.
What To Know
- Premiere Date: July 12, 2026
- Where To Watch: MGM+
- Episodes: 8
- Release Schedule: Two episodes at launch, followed by weekly releases
What Is “The Westies” About?
Set in Hell’s Kitchen during the early 1980s, “The Westies” follows the notoriously violent Irish gang as construction of the Jacob Javits Convention Center creates an opportunity for a major payday.
Despite being heavily outnumbered by New York’s powerful Five Families of the Italian Mafia, the Westies have managed to hold their ground through intimidation, brutality, and strategic alliances.
But trouble is brewing within the gang.
As younger members push for change and longtime leaders fight to maintain control, internal tensions threaten to tear the organization apart.
Meanwhile, the FBI is expanding its investigation into organized crime, putting additional pressure on the Westies and their fragile relationship with the Mafia.
The Cast
The series stars:
- J.K. Simmons as Eamon Sweeney
- Titus Welliver as Glenn Keenan
- Tom Brittney as Jimmy Roarke
- Stanley Morgan as Mickey Flanagan
- Sarah Bolger as Bridget Walsh
- Jessica Frances Dukes as Agent Birdie Polk
- Hamish Allan-Headley as John Gotti
- Vincent Walsh as Eddie Breen
- Allen Leech as Brendan Cahill
- Hillary McCormack as Erin Malone
Watch “The Westies” Trailer
Based on the trailer, “The Westies” looks packed with mob politics, shifting loyalties, and high-stakes power struggles.
With J.K. Simmons leading the cast and a story centered on one of New York City’s most infamous gangs, this MGM+ crime drama could be one to watch this summer.
Will you be watching “The Westies” when it premieres on MGM+?
Drop down in the comments and let me know.
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