Lisa McGee describes her new series How to Get to Heaven from Belfast as a form of wish fulfilment, reflecting her desire to embark on bold adventures with close friends. Speaking at London’s Langham Hotel ahead of the Netflix debut, she expressed a longing to step into such thrilling, unpredictable journeys herself. The show blends comedy and suspense, drawing on familiar themes from her earlier work while exploring new territory in tone and narrative structure.
The shift from Channel 4 to Netflix marked a significant change in the project’s trajectory, altering its audience reach and production context. Despite the transition’s challenges, McGee remains committed to the story’s emotional core—centered on friendship, identity, and unexpected turns. The series captures the spirit of Belfast with authenticity, offering a mix of humor and heart that resonates with her established storytelling style.