It Happened on Washington Island

Set on a remote Wisconsin island during Prohibition, this story follows teenage immigrant Sean O’Reilly as he adapts to life with his uncle Finn, a charming tavern owner connected to moonshine and moral shortcuts. As Sean experiences first love and a newfound sense of belonging, his presence begins to reveal the emotional consequences of Finn’s secretive life. With Prohibition's arrival, the stakes rise, forcing Finn to confront both his moral choices and his role as a paternal figure for Sean.