Not watching Netflix’s eight-episode series The Gentlemen (2024) was never truly an option. Especially since I adored the original 2019 Guy Ritchie movie of the same name, starring Matthew McConaughey.
The Gentlemen (2024) is watchable and Theo James doesn’t do badly as Eddie Halstead, a man unknowingly thrust into the criminal underworld after inheriting a large estate from his father. Nevertheless, the series isn’t devoid of some irritations, minor or otherwise.
For example, things only start to look promising to me at the end of episode one, which for some is reasonable. However, not when you’re accustomed to the pace, story edit and sophistication of the 2019 movie.
Secondly, I found Freddie to be an incredibly annoying liability. Dare I admit, I may have even wished for his character to be killed off because his shenanigans and general attitude were simply too irritating.
My third issue with the series stems from the criminals in charge not being more careful of the obvious weak links in their operation. And yes, I mean the Jimmy character played by Michael Vu. Even though Eddie is new to the world of crime, surely everyone knows that no one is more of a liability than a person who is high on their own supply?
In summary, did The Gentlemen series need to be made? No. Because the general execution, though not terrible, isn’t as engaging, exciting, sophisticated or fun, even with Eddie’s excellent sense of style.
Still, I say watch it if you’re curious enough, and hopefully, you won’t miss too much about the original.
Happy Film Loving,
G
The Movie My Life 
Nothing can beat the film, especially with McConaughey involved. Maybe if we’re all lucky, there’s hope that season two will be better because it’s on the way.
I had no idea another season was coming. I guess I’m happy for those who enjoyed it and hope it’s good.
I enjoyed the movie, but this series seems redundant. Guy Ritchie movies are so fun, and British lol.
Redundant is right, as is ‘fun and British.’ 🤓🥂
I hope he blesses us with something good again and soon.
May be not the series, but I must watch the film!
Absolutely watch the film. 🤓 It’s fun.
I started watching it but Freddie was too much for me. When he killed whoever that villain was who came to the house I turned it off.
😂! I can’t argue with that! He was definitely at ‘peak nuisance’ at that point. 😁
I just started watching this! pretty good so far, his brother is such a loser!
😁! I don’t think anyone is a Freddie fan. I tried to empathise with him because presumably, he’s an addict. But, he sure does make it difficult.
LOL He makes it so difficult.
😂😁