‘The Gentlemen’ 2024 Review: Guy Ritchie’s Crime Saga Brilliantly Continues on the Small Screen
Guy Ritchie’s back with more of his signature crime chaos, and this time it’s on Netflix with the 2024 series ‘The Gentlemen’. If you loved his 2019 film, you’re in for a treat. This show keeps the spirit alive but stretches it into something bigger, diving deep into a stylish, messy underworld that’s pure Ritchie.
The story kicks off with Eddie Halstead, played by Theo James. He’s a guy who inherits his dad’s estate and suddenly finds himself tangled in a massive criminal network. Theo James owns this role, bringing a cool, steady vibe that makes you root for him. He’s got this quiet strength we saw hints of in ‘White Lotus’, but here he’s front and center, proving he’s ready to lead. Then there’s Kaya Scodelario as Susie Glass, a tough, sharp woman who runs things with an iron grip. The two of them bounce off each other perfectly—tense one minute, teamed up the next. It’s a dynamic that keeps you hooked.
The cast doesn’t stop there. Daniel Ings plays Freddy Halstead, Eddie’s messed-up brother who’s always one step from falling apart. And Vinnie Jones shows up as Geoff Seacombe, a calm, grounded figure in all the madness. If you know Jones from Ritchie’s classics like ‘Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels’ or ‘Snatch’, you’ll see he’s still got that heavy presence, but this time he’s the rock holding things steady.
What makes this series work is how it takes Ritchie’s fast-talking, twisty style and spreads it across episodes. Every chapter drops you deeper into the plot, with sharp dialogue and wild turns that feel like his movies but with more room to breathe. The English countryside sets the scene—big fancy houses and green fields clashing with the dirty deals going down. It looks great and adds a layer to the story without saying a word.
I won’t pit it against the 2019 film, which had stars like Matthew McConaughey, Charlie Hunnam, and Hugh Grant lighting up the screen. That’s a different beast. This series stands on its own, giving us characters with real depth. We get their backstories, their reasons, and it makes them feel human even when they’re doing crazy stuff. It’s not just a rehash—it’s a fresh take on Ritchie’s world.
The show mixes action, laughs, and some heavy moments in a way that keeps you watching. It’s got those over-the-top bits we love from Ritchie, but it balances them with heart. For me, ‘The Gentlemen’ nails what it sets out to do—expands the crime saga with style and grit. It’s not perfect, but it’s a wild ride worth taking.
SCORE: 8/10
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