'' is a
Disney Film released in
1959 set in rural
Ireland at the beginning of the
19th Century . Based on the books of
Herminie Templeton Kavanagh , the film features
Leprechaun s and a
Banshee . The film's title is a slight modification of one of Ms. Templeton Kavanagh's books, ''
Darby O'Gill And The Good People ''.
The film starred
Jimmy O'Dea and
Sean Connery , and the script was arranged by
Lawrence Edward Watkin .
Actor
Cyril Cusack and Irish Chief Justice (later president)
Cearbhall Ó Dálaigh picketed its launch in
Dublin due to what they felt was ridiculous
Stereotyping of the Irish people. This film has been little-seen or promoted by the Disney organization in recent years, possibly for this reason.
