The Gentlemen (2024)

TV show · 2024 · Comedy, Drama, Crime · English

Curator score: 5.7/10 (177.6K ratings)

A new class of criminal.

Overview

When aristocratic Eddie inherits the family estate, he discovers that it's home to an enormous weed empire — and its proprietors aren't going anywhere.

Ratings

Production

Moonage Pictures, Miramax

Cast

Theo James, Kaya Scodelario, Daniel Ings, Joely Richardson, Vinnie Jones

Where to watch

Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads

Curator Review

Verdict

A slick, breezy crime caper with Guy Ritchie’s trademark banter, class warfare, and escalating double-crosses. It’s easy to watch and often very funny, but it plays more like a polished spin-off of Ritchie’s greatest hits than a fully distinctive new classic.

Best for

  • Viewers who like fast-talking British crime comedies
  • Fans of stylish, swaggering ensemble capers
  • People who want something entertaining and low-commitment on Netflix

Skip if

  • You want deep character psychology or emotional realism
  • You dislike hyper-stylized dialogue and cartoonish criminality
  • You prefer crime dramas with a slower, more grounded tone

Overview

The Gentlemen turns a familiar Guy Ritchie setup into a glossy, bingeable series: aristocrats, gangsters, and opportunists all circling the same lucrative racket. The appeal is immediate — sharp one-liners, colorful supporting players, and a constant sense that someone is about to get outmaneuvered. Theo James gives the show an easy, self-aware lead performance, and the ensemble helps keep the energy high even when the plotting leans on familiar tricks.

Worth noting

What keeps it from being an outright must-watch is that it often feels engineered for momentum more than surprise. The series is fun, but its rhythms are well worn if you already know Ritchie’s filmography or have seen enough modern crime capers. The class satire is amusing, yet it rarely cuts especially deep. Still, as a polished piece of escapist television, it does the job very well.

Bottom line

If you’re in the mood for a stylish, profanity-laced crime romp with enough momentum to keep you clicking “next episode,” this is an easy recommendation. If you want something more layered, more dangerous, or more emotionally resonant, there are stronger options in the genre.

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Topics

British crime, dark comedy, ensemble cast, stylized violence, class satire, fast-paced, gangster drama, Netflix original, bingeable

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