Fans of Guy Ritchie‘s sharp-witted crime dramas have reason to celebrate as The Gentlemen gears up for its second season on Netflix. The series, inspired by Ritchie’s 2019 film of the same name, will return with another eight-episode run, bringing back fan-favorites Theo James and Kaya Scodelario to the gritty, glamorous world of Britain’s criminal aristocracy.
A Deeper Dive into Crime and Class
In Season 1, viewers were introduced to Eddie Horniman (Theo James), a seemingly ordinary man thrust into extraordinary circumstances when he inherits the title of Duke of Halstead after his father’s death. Along with the title comes a sprawling country estate and an unexpected surprise — a hidden illegal weed farm.
This farm is no small operation; it’s overseen by the sophisticated but ruthless Susie Glass (Kaya Scodelario) and her father, the notorious crime boss Bobby Glass (Ray Winstone).
While initially hesitant to embrace his new criminal role, Eddie finds himself drawn deeper into the underworld, eventually teaming up with Susie to navigate a labyrinth of dangerous gangster families across the UK and Europe.
By the end of the first season, Eddie has cemented his place as a co-owner of the Glass family’s weed empire, setting the stage for even more thrilling exploits in Season 2.
What’s Next for Eddie and Susie?
As the second season looms, speculation about the future of Eddie and Susie’s partnership runs high. Kaya Scodelario hinted at exciting developments in an interview with Tudum, expressing interest in exploring how the business might expand. “It’d be fun to see the business spread a bit more,” she said.
The duo has made it clear that while there is mutual respect and a complex bond between them, their vastly different backgrounds could pose challenges to their relationship.
Theo James also weighed in on the dynamic between Eddie and Susie, suggesting that while there’s a form of love between them, trust will remain elusive. “They’ve grown to love each other in their own way, but they’ll never fully trust each other because they are so different,” he explained, underscoring the tension that promises to drive much of the drama in the upcoming season.
Guy Ritchie Returns to Direct
The second season of The Gentlemen will not only see the return of its core cast but also the man who started it all, Guy Ritchie. Ritchie, known for his distinctive style that blends gritty realism with dark humor, will direct the new season and co-write it with Matthew Read.
The production will be handled by Moonage Pictures, in collaboration with Netflix and Miramax Television, ensuring that the series retains the high production values and sharp storytelling that fans have come to expect.
Filming for the new season is slated to begin next year, with additional casting announcements expected in the coming months. As viewers eagerly await more details, one thing is certain: Season 2 of The Gentlemen is poised to deliver even more of the high-stakes, high-class crime drama that made the first season a hit.
What to Expect
While plot details for the second season remain under wraps, fans can anticipate more of the clever dialogue, intricate plotting, and stylish action that have become hallmarks of Ritchie’s work. Whether it’s expanding their criminal empire or facing new threats, Eddie and Susie’s journey promises to be as unpredictable as it is thrilling.
With Guy Ritchie at the helm and a talented cast ready to dive back into the world of British crime, The Gentlemen Season 2 is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated TV returns of the year.
