Love/Hate stars Aidan Gillen as John Boy, Robert Sheehan as Darren, and Tom Vaughan-Lawlor as Nidge in this gritty Irish crime drama.
Main cast
- John BoyAidan Gillen1–5Main
- Darren TreacyRobert Sheehan1–2Main
- NidgeTom Vaughan-Lawlor1–5Main
- TommyKillian Scott2–5Main
- SiobhánRuth McCabe1–5Main
Supporting cast
- FranPeter Coonan2–5Supp
- HughieBrian Gleeson3–5Supp
- PatrickJohn Connors3–5Supp
- DebbieCharlie Murphy3–4Supp
Guest & voice
- MickeyPat Shortt1Guest
- DannyBarry Keoghan5Guest
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About this cast
Love/Hate is a critically acclaimed Irish drama series that follows a group of Dublin gangsters navigating violence, loyalty, and betrayal. The show’s main cast includes Aidan Gillen as the ruthless John Boy, Robert Sheehan as the conflicted Darren, and Tom Vaughan-Lawlor as the ambitious Nidge.
FAQs
Who plays John Boy in Love/Hate?
Aidan Gillen portrays the ruthless crime boss John Boy.
Is Love/Hate based on a true story?
No, but it is inspired by real-life organised crime in Dublin.
How many seasons does Love/Hate have?
The series ran for 5 seasons from 2010 to 2014.
Does Robert Sheehan stay for the whole series?
No; his character Darren Treacy leaves after season 2.
Where can I watch Love/Hate?
It is available on RTÉ Player and often on BBC iPlayer (UK).
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026