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The 12 Best Movies Set in Ireland to Watch This St. Patrick’s Day

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Chris Morgan

Waking Ned Devine (1998)

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Overseas, it was released as Waking Ned, but in North America, the title was Waking Ned Devine. You may remember seeing ads for it, or hearing buzz about the quirky, low-budget Irish comedy film. Indeed, it became an unexpected hit in the United States, owing to its breezy charm.

It’s high concept, to be sure, the kind of movie that probably would be treated with skepticism now. Somebody in a tiny Irish village has won the National Lottery. It turns out to be local recluse Ned Devine, who also died upon finding out he won. Thus begins a ploy by a few of the townsfolk to try and claim Ned’s prize for themselves.

But, you know, in a charming way.

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