The Gentlemen: The Trailer for the Netflix Series Based on Guy Ritchie’s Film
Netflix has revealed the release date for The Gentlemen, Netflix’s new British crime series inspired by Guy Ritchie’s 2019 film starring Matthew McConaughey and Colin Farrel. This story of criminals and caviar returns to the small screen and Guy Ritchie himself also returns to direct for a serial story that aims to maintain not only the same title as the original film but also the same objective of telling an engaging story linked to the British underworld. But what do we know so far about this series and when will it be released on Netflix? Let’s find out together by taking a look at the first official trailer of the series.
The Gentlemen: The Plot
The Gentlemen sees Eddie Horniman (Theo James) unexpectedly inherit his father’s large country estate, only to discover it is part of a cannabis empire. Plus, a host of unsavory British underworld figures want a piece of the operation. Determined to free his family from their clutches, Eddie tries to play their own game. However, as he gets sucked into the world of crime, he begins to enjoy it.
Meanwhile, Apple Original Films has acquired Fountain of Youth, Guy Ritchie’s next film, starring John Krasinski and Natalie Portman. Skydance Media will produce it for Apple, along with Vinson Films and Project X Entertainment. The film, written by James Vanderbilt, follows a brother and sister on bad terms who join forces on a global heist to find the mythological Fountain of Youth. They will have to use their knowledge of history to follow the clues, in an epic adventure that will change their lives and perhaps lead them to immortality.
A Refreshing and Promising Cast
Directed by Guy Ritchie, the series features a stellar cast led by Theo James, known for his role in the Divergent saga. Joining him are Kaya Scodelario (The King’s Daughter), Daniel Ings (The Marvels), Joely Richardson (Little Bone Lodge), Giancarlo Esposito (The Mandalorian), Peter Serafinowicz (The Bubble) and Vinnie Jones (Death Pursuit), the latter a frequent collaborator of Ritchie’s on films such as Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels and Snatch. The diversity of talent promises a fresh and exciting interpretation of the criminal world Ritchie has created.
The series distances itself from the original film by introducing a new set of characters and plots. This decision offers the opportunity to explore different facets of Ritchie’s criminal universe, maintaining the interest of fans of the original film and attracting new viewers. Anticipation is high to see how this series will expand and enrich the already intriguing world of The Gentlemen. This new Netflix series is shaping up to be an exciting and promising addition to the “N” giant’s catalog. With a young cast, an intriguing plot, and Ritchie’s direction, the fiction has all the ingredients to become a success.
The Gentlemen: Netflix Release Date
The Gentlemen will debut on Netflix on March 7, 2024.
