4 Irish films you should be streaming on Netflix in March

March is home to Saint Patrick's Day, of course, so it's kind of a big deal. While one can certainly go out and have fun on March 17, the date should also be an important reminder of the island their families came from if they have Irish ancestry. Things were not always easy, and the films below reflect that to various degrees.

The only issue with the group below is that there are no films on Netflix currently that feature luminaries Cillian Murphy, Brendan Gleeson, or Colin Farrell. Should the streamer have added some flicks with these stars during March? Yes, but maybe they could not.

The great part is that good Irish films do not stop with just those actors. There is plenty of talent (both in front of and behind the camera) to go around. You will not be disappointed by these four films.

Four Irish films to stream on Netflix in March

Sing Street

Not overly original, but it does not need to be. This film is about a teenager in Dublin in the mid-1980s who forms a band to try to win the affections of a model. It gets spot-on in its sweetness. It does not strain to be depressing because it isn't. Plus, one of the best relationships in the movie is the way the brothers interact.

To make it even better, Aidan Gillen plays a role as a father, and he is terrific. If you liked Gillen in Peaky Blinders and Game of Thrones, you will like him even more here.

The Siege of Jadotville

Let's be honest. You are either going to love or dislike this film. The story revolves around an Irish battalion of 150 who try to fight off a group of 3,000 mercenaries. They are obviously outnumbered, but can they stay alive?

The film is ultimately about honor and sacrifice. It is also based on a true story. One, in fact, that many people might not know about but should.

The Miracle Club

The talent of the actors in this film is immense. The cast includes Laura Linney, Kathy Bates, and Maggie Smith, among others. The story is fairly unique as well, though there is quite a bit of drama. So, viewer be forewarned.

The plot involves ladies who live in Ballygar who finally get a chance to travel to the French town of Lourdes in hopes of finding a miracle. Before they leave on their trip, Chrissie (played by Linney) shows up from America to attend her mother's funeral. The relationships between Chrissie and the other ladies are strained, and they are forced to find a way through when Chrissie joins them on their trip to Lourdes.

Kneecap

The film is much deeper than one might assume at first glance. A teacher meets some low-lifes, and they form a rap group. Sounds fluffy, right? It is not. The key is they choose to rap only in Irish, and that makes them a lightning rod for people trying to keep the native tongue alive.

There is rock and roll excess, but there is also a lot of wit and surprising warmth. The trio also gets in their own way quite a bit. It is fun but also important.

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