The Pier

After 20 years of no contact with his father, Jack McCarthy (played by Hurley) travels from New York to his father Larry's death bed in Cork. Upon arrival he is furious to find his father alive and well and even more so when he then discovers he can't leave. Soon, father and son are forced to deal with a painful history. At the core of their conflict is Larry's denial about the death of his wife, Jack's mother. The story explores the difficult and painful, but often very hilarious ways they try to communicate. Forging a begrudging peace, the reality of life sets in when Larry discloses to Jack another truth that leads to a final reconciliation.

Cast

Karl Johnson

as Larry McCarthy

Gerard Hurley

as Jack McCarthy

Lili Taylor

as Grace Ross

Mary Foskett

as June Driscoll

David O'Reilly

as Tommy Ahearn

Rory D'Alton

as Jimmy Ahearn

Donal Sweeney

as Barry Dean

Frank Driscoll

as Barty

Con Downing

as Father Kelly

John D'Alton

as Pub Owner

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