The 12 Absolute Worst Irish Accents In Movies Ever

Ah, the Irish brogue. 

She’s a fickle mistress at the best of times, and a bloody obstacle at others. Everyone who’s worth their weight in salt has tried to master it, but most have failed. 

However, in fairness to them – it makes for some pretty great watching. And we can’t take that away from them.

What we can do however, is slag them mercilessly…

1. Gerard Butler – PS I Love You

He’s Scottish, how could he get it so wrong?!

It was so widely discussed that he even went and apologised to the general Irish public on his behalf.

2. Cameron Diaz – Gangs of New York

In fairness, we’re not really sure what’s worse here – the rubbish accent, or the dreadful wig. 

Go to 1:23 to really get stuck into the good stuff. 

3. Joe Viterelli – Shallow Hal

Or Rosemary’s dad, for anyone who’s seen it. 

It’s potentially the most leprachaun-y of the bunch. Check out 40:50 to see what we mean. 

4. Julia Roberts – Michael Collins

Ah, God bless Julia. She tried. But the Irish brogue has broken even veteran thespians, and the Georgian Actress never stood a chance. 

5. Sean Connery – The Untouchables

Remember what we said about Joe Viterelli being the most leprachaun-y of the bunch? 

We take it all back. 

6. Tom Cruise – Far And Away

Jaysus.