The Gentlemen

Aristocrat Eddie Horniman inherits his family's sprawling estate, only to discover it's less a quiet country seat than the front line of a vast cannabis empire. The operation is run by a colorful cadre who treat tradition lightly and risk management seriously, challenging Eddie to pick a side between inherited duty and modern criminal enterprise. The tone mixes sharp wit with criminal hustle, as Eddie and his allies try to figure out how to steer the situation without wrecking the family name. The estate becomes a playground for schemes, loyalties, and mischief. Its contemporary setting blends opulent wardrobes with a sly modern sensibility, letting the show tilt toward satire as well as suspense. The stakes expand beyond personal fortunes as Eddie learns more about the empire's reach and the people who rely on it.

Created by Guy Ritchie and released in 2024, The Gentlemen brings his signature crime comedy sensibility to television. The ensemble cast stars Theo James, Kaya Scodelario, Daniel Ings, Joely Richardson and Vinnie Jones.

As of now there are no major award nominations publicly announced for the series. Still, critics have praised the cast and sharp script, suggesting the show could appeal to crime drama and comedy categories as it builds its audience.

As a 2024 release the series is still forming its cultural footprint. Early threads on social media celebrate Eddie's clashes with the empire and the stylish, speedily paced tone. Visual references to classic British crime stories appear, hinting at a broader influence across streaming crime comedies.

Initial reviews describe the show as a brisk hybrid of wit and grit, with character driven plots and sharp dialogue. It probes themes of inherited power, money and loyalty, while keeping a light touch on moral gray areas that let audiences tag along for both laughs and tense moments.