Guy Ritchie, the renowned filmmaker, has ventured into the world of television with his new series, The Gentlemen, which bears the same title as his 2019 film. The series, much like the movie, presents a similar premise but can be enjoyed independently without having seen the original film.

The storyline of The Gentlemen introduces the audience to the central characters swiftly. The narrative revolves around Eddie Halstead, a dedicated young officer who is unexpectedly thrust into the responsibility of managing his family’s ancient estate and dukedom following his father’s sudden demise. His brother, Freddy, finds himself in a predicament due to his compulsive gambling habits and debts owed to dangerous individuals.

The portrayal of antagonists in the series appears to be Ritchie’s response to criticisms of racism directed at the film. The storyline has been modified to feature Liverpool-based adversaries, toning down the previous racial undertones. The narrative unfolds as Eddie endeavors to secure a substantial sum of £8 million within a week to resolve Freddy’s dire predicament.