Everything you need to know about Netflix's How to Get to Heaven From Belfast

How to Get to Heaven From Belfast is tipped to become one of Netflix's most popular new series of 2026, with viewers eager to discover more about this gripping eight-part comedy-drama.

From Derry Girls creator Lisa McGee comes a darkly comic crime caper following three women on a frantic quest to unravel the mystery surrounding their friend's puzzling death.

The debut trailer for the Netflix series teases an exhilarating journey as the friends delve into the secrets of a peculiar Irish village, becoming entangled in an extraordinary conspiracy.

Expect McGee's trademark dry wit and cutting humour throughout, with a stellar ensemble cast featuring numerous Irish comedy icons.

With How to Get to Heaven From Belfast launching next week, here's everything we know so far, reports <a href="https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/tv/how-heaven-belfast-release-date-33367412" rel="Follow" target="_self">Belfast Live</a>.

Who stars in How to Get to Heaven From Belfast?

The series follows three childhood friends, now in their thirties, who reunite to probe the death of their fourth companion from their tight-knit circle.

Leading the cast are Roisin Gallagher as Saoirse, Sinéad Keenan as Robyn, and Caoilfhionn Dunne as Dara.

Television audiences will recognise Gallagher from her leading performances in BritBox's The Dry and Sky Atlantic's The Lovers, as well as her appearance in the Prime Video thriller Lazarus, created by Harlan Coben. Keenan boasts an impressive portfolio across British and Irish television, featuring in acclaimed dramas including Unforgotten, Showtrial and Silent Witness, whilst also making a memorable guest appearance in Derry Girls' third series.

Dunne, an award-nominated theatre actress, has graced major productions such as Industry, Andor and A Thousand Blows, alongside the 2019 horror film Saint Maud.

Supporting the central trio are numerous recognisable faces from previous television successes, including fellow Derry Girls stars Saoirse-Monica Jackson and Ardal O'Hanlon in key roles.

The remaining supporting cast includes:

• Jeanne Ní Áinle (Bad Sisters)
• Emmett J. Scanlan (Peaky Blinders) as Owen
• Tom Basden (Plebs) as Seb
• Michelle Fairley (Game of Thrones) as Margo
• Josh Finan (The Responder) as Jason
• Bronagh Gallagher (Brassic) as Booker
• Darragh Hand (Heartstopper) as Liam
• Natasha O'Keeffe (Peaky Blinders) as Greta
• Emma Canning (Dune Prophecy) as young Greta
• James Martin (An Irish Goodbye)
• Kerr Logan (The Night Manager)

What is How to Get to Heaven From Belfast about?

Netflix's official synopsis states: "Clever, chaotic TV writer Saoirse; glamorous, stressed-out mother of three Robyn; and dependable, inhibited carer Dara have been a tight-knit group since school.

"Now in their late 30s, but still as close as ever, these three friends are about to embark on the most thrilling adventure of their lives.

"When an email arrives, telling them about the death of the estranged fourth member of their childhood gang, a series of eerie events at her wake sets them on a dark, dangerous, and hilarious odyssey through Ireland and beyond as each tries to piece together the truth about the past."

Showrunner McGee has also given fans a glimpse of what to expect, telling Tudum: "We got the gang back together - the creative team behind Derry Girls has reunited to bring you How to Get to Heaven from Belfast. This is the show I've always wanted to make; a mash‐up of my two favourite genres, mystery and comedy. We want to keep you guessing and keep you laughing.

"I can't wait for you to meet Saoirse, Robyn and Dara, and go on this wild, weird adventure with them - an Irish odyssey - full of twists, turns, and arguments about eyelash extensions."

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When will How to Get to Heaven From Belfast be released?

All eight episodes of the new comedy-drama will land on Netflix next week, on Thursday, 12th February.

The exact time viewers can start watching will vary depending on their location.

Netflix releases typically go live at midnight Pacific Time, as the streaming giant's headquarters are located in California. This means fans on the East Coast of the United States can expect the series around 3am on Thursday morning.

British viewers should be able to start streaming by 8am, whilst audiences across other European territories will gain access by 9am.

How to Get to Heaven From Belfast releases Thursday, 12th February on Netflix.