Netflix has given fans a sneak peek into the world of crime and drama with the release of the teaser trailer for its upcoming series, ‘The Gentlemen.’ This series is a spinoff of the 2019 movie of the same name, written and directed by the versatile filmmaker Guy Ritchie, who is set to lend his creative touch to the Netflix production.
‘The Gentlemen’ (2019) marked Ritchie’s venture into action comedy, featuring a stellar cast led by Matthew McConaughey as marijuana kingpin Michael “Mickey” Pearson. The film followed Pearson’s endeavors to sell off his criminal empire and included an ensemble cast, showcasing the talents of Charlie Hunnam, Michelle Dockery, Jeremy Strong, Colin Farrell, and Hugh Grant.
In this Netflix spinoff series, Theo James steps into the lead role as Eddie Halstead, a character who inherits a substantial country estate from his father. Unbeknownst to him, the land is entwined with Pearson’s marijuana empire, attracting the attention of criminals from all corners of Britain. Eddie is thrust into a world of crime, forcing him to protect his family while getting entangled in the illicit activities that surround him.
The diverse cast includes Ray Winstone, portraying career criminal and cannabis empire founder Bobby Glass, Kaya Scodelario as Susie, Daniel Ings as Freddy Halstead, Joely Richardson as Lady Sabrina Halstead, Giancarlo Esposito, Peter Serafinowicz, Vinnie Jones, Chanel Cresswell, Max Beesley, Harry Goodwins, and Ruby Sear.
Guy Ritchie, not only credited as the creator and co-writer but also serving as the executive producer, will direct the first two episodes of the series. While Netflix has not revealed the exact release date, ‘The Gentlemen’ is set to start streaming in March, promising audiences a riveting blend of crime, suspense, and unexpected twists.
