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Duration
5 minutes
Series Info
Season 1 Episode 15 of 26

Quick Summary

Mum brings Maddie and Triggs down to McGinty's farm so they can hear his world‑famous animal orchestra perform live. Yet the star of the show, Gary the Chicken, stubbornly stays inside his coop and will not come out for the audience.

About This Program

McGinty's Farm is a television programme presented as an episode in the series. It follows the familiar format of a short, self‑contained story centred on a visit to a quirky countryside location. The title itself hints at the setting – a farm owned by the character McGinty – and the episode is built around a single, light‑hearted adventure. The narrative begins with Mum taking her two children, Maddie and Triggs, on a trip to McGinty’s farm. Their purpose for the outing is to listen to the farm’s renowned animal orchestra, a troupe that has earned a reputation far beyond the local area. Anticipation is high as the family arrives, expecting to be treated to the musical performance that has made the farm famous. However, the plan hits a snag when Gary the Chicken, the orchestra’s star performer, refuses to leave his coop. His reluctance creates a clear obstacle for the group, as the success of the concert hinges on his participation. The episode therefore centres on the simple problem of coaxing Gary out, highlighting the characters’ reactions to the unexpected delay. The story remains focused on the farm visit, the children’s excitement, and the singular issue of Gary’s absence. No additional characters or sub‑plots are introduced, keeping the episode tightly wrapped around this one amusing incident at McGinty’s animal orchestra.

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Maddie & Triggs broadcasts on RTE2 at 11:05am, Friday, 13 February 2026. (Subtitles, repeat)

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Production Details

Runtime5 mins