

Single-Handed
2007-01-01 · 60 min / episode · ★ 6.8
Single-Handed is an Irish television drama series, first broadcast on RTÉ Television in 2007. Set and filmed in the west of Ireland, it focuses on the life of a member of the Garda Síochána, Sergeant Jack Driscoll. Three two-episode, single-story series aired one each on consecutive nights in 2007, 2008 and 2009. Series Four, consisting of three stories told over six episodes, began in RTÉ One November 2010. The series is partially inspired by garda corruption in County Donegal.
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Owen McDonnellGarda Sergeant Jack Driscoll
David HerlihyGarda Finbarr Colvin
Ruth McCabeEithne Driscoll
Sean McGinleyDennis Costello
Matthew McNultyBrian Doyle
Simone LahbibGemma BurgeTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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