The Playboy of the Western World · Character
Jimmy Farrell
A local man who joins the crowd at the pub.
minor
Also known as Jimmy, Jimmy Calls
First appearance: act i
Jimmy Farrell's tie to Christy Mahon is one of the pressures that moves The Playboy of the Western World—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.
Jimmy Farrell first appears in 0003 act i.
With Christy Mahon (social): Jimmy Farrell is a local farmer who joins the crowd in idolizing Christy after hearing his tale of killing his father. With Philly Cullen (friendship): Jimmy and Philly are fellow villagers and drinking companions who share gossip and participate in the community's reactions together.
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Character Web
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Relationship types
- Social
- Friendship
- Other
Character groups
- Village community and chorus
- Protagonist
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Open in readerNarrative arc
Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Breaking point
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Follow the arc while readingRelationships
- Christy Mahon
social · positive
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- Philly Cullen
friendship · positive
Relationship notes
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See Jimmy Farrell in act i