Some Mother's Son

Helen Mirren portrays Kathleen Quigley, a mother of a hunger striker who must grapple with her son's stance.

Fionnula Flanagan plays Annie Higgins, a compassionate woman who supports the hunger strikers' cause.

Aidan Gillen takes on the role of Gerard Quigley, a member of the IRA who becomes involved in the hunger strike.

David O'Hara portrays Frank Higgins, a dedicated supporter of the hunger strikers.

John Lynch plays Bobby Sands, one of the key figures among the hunger strikers.

Tom Hollander appears as Farnsworth, a British official involved in the conflict.

Tim Woodward takes on the role of Harrington, another British official dealing with the hunger strike situation.

Ciarán Hinds portrays Danny Boyle, a figure supporting the hunger strikers' cause.

Geraldine O'Rawe plays Alice Quigley, a character caught up in the turmoil of the hunger strike.

Gerard McSorley appears as Father Daly, a clergyman trying to support the hunger strikers.

Dan Gordon portrays Inspector McPeake, a law enforcement officer dealing with the hunger strike situation.

Grainne Delany plays Theresa Higgins, a supporter of the hunger strikers.