Ritchie's 'Gentlemen' Series: Unhinged Crime Fun on Netflix

Guy Ritchie's "The Gentlemen" series offers a unique blend of fast-paced action and dark humor on Netflix, distinguishing itself from heavier crime dramas. The show, a spin-off of Ritchie's 2019 film, is set in the same universe but tells an original story about an aristocrat who discovers his estate houses a massive weed empire.

The ensemble cast features Giancarlo Esposito as Stanley Johnston and Vinnie Jones, with Theo James and Kaya Scodelario reprising their roles from the film. Critically acclaimed with an 84% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the series has eight episodes, each around 50 minutes long.

Fans of the 2019 movie will find nods to the original, though familiarity is not required to enjoy the show. The series improves upon a major movie character with a better story arc. Season 2 of "The Gentlemen" has been confirmed for a 2026 release, with behind-the-scenes glimpses indicating a continuation of the established tone and escalating stakes as Eddie Horniman and Susie Glass navigate further dealings with the Glass family.