"The Black Donnellys" is an American crime drama series about four Irish brothers. Thomas, James, Kevin, and Sean grew up in a poor working-class neighborhood and never knew a life of comfort. Now they are trying to conquer New York, but unwittingly get involved in organized crime. The oldest brother, Tommy, does everything possible to pull his family out of the dirt and restore his good name. The Donnellys remain "good guys" even when surrounded by cruelty and betrayal.