The Gentlemen Show Cast Guide

Guy Ritchie’s The Gentlemen show is set in the same universe as the original 2019 movie but revolves around a new set of characters played by talented cast members. Although Netflix’s The Gentlemen shares narrative and thematic similarities with its parent film, it follows a standalone narrative that spans eight episodes. Like every Guy Ritchie movie, The Gentlemen has everything from snappy dialogue to intentionally convoluted storytelling, from quick match cuts to rich character beats.

While the series is relatively low on action compared to the director’s other works, it makes up for it with its intriguing political undertones. Owing to this shift in its storytelling, Netflix’s The Gentlemen is arguably more character-driven than many of Ritchie’s previous films. Since the show’s characters and the actors who play them are instrumental in effectively selling its crime drama, it is hard not to wonder which actor/actress plays whom in the series’ overarching narrative.

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Theo James as Eddie Halstead

Best known for the Divergent movie series

Actor: Born in High Wycombe on 16 December 1984, Theo James is of Greek and Scottish descent and was raised in Askett. After training at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, he made his acting debut in 2010 with the TV series A Passionate Woman, in which he appeared in two episodes. Although he went on to star in several shows and movies in the years that followed, his breakthrough role was in Divergent, where he portrayed Tobias “Four” Eaton.

Notable movies & TV shows: After taking on one of the leading roles in the first Divergent film, he went on to reprise his role in the sequels The Divergent Series: Insurgent and The Divergent Series: Allegiant. In recent years, the actor has garnered more attention for his portrayal of Henry DeTamble in The Time Traveler’s Wife. Many would also recognize him from his role as Cameron Sullivan in The White Lotus.

Character: In The Gentlemen, Theo James plays Eddie Halstead, who inherits his late father’s “Duke of Halstead” title and a 15,000-acre estate. To his dismay, his newfound wealth comes with its own set of attachments when his brother confesses that he is buried in debt, and he also finds a hidden drug empire functioning inside his father’s land. Although he is initially overwhelmed by these developments, he eventually learns to dig his heels in the ground and embrace his responsibilities as the new Duke.

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Kaya Scodelario as Susie Glass

Best known for roles in Skins, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Maze Runne

Actor: Kaya Rose Scodelario-Davis was born in Haywards Heath, West Sussex, on 13 March 1992. The actress started acting from an early age by participating in school plays and dramas. Despite having no professional acting experience, she landed a role in the British coming-of-age series Skins. After briefly appearing as Effy Stonem in Skins‘ season 2, she rose to fame when she became one of the leading cast members of the series in seasons 3 and 4.

Notable movies & TV shows: Kaya Scodelario’s role as Effy helped her garner immense acclaim and fame at a young age. It paved the way for her mainstream roles in popular movie franchises like Pirates of the Caribbean and The Maze Runner. In 2020, she was also the main character in Netflix’s ice-skating drama Spinning Out and is also recognizable for playing Claire Redfield in Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City.

Character: Scodelario’s character in Netflix’s The Gentlemen, Susie Glass, is Bobby Glass’ daughter. While her father sits in prison, she fearlessly looks after his drug empire. When Eddie struggles to understand his place in the criminal world after inheriting his father’s property and the shady business that ensues in its premise, Susie helps him navigate the murky waters of underworld politics.

Giancarlo Esposito as Stanley Johnston

Best known for antagonistic roles in Breaking Bad and The Boys

Actor: Born in Copenhagen, Denmark, Giancarlo Esposito was six when he moved to Manhattan with his family. Although he started acting in the early 1950s itself, he did not land his breakout role until 1988. The role that helped him achieve new fame and recognition was in Spike Lee’s School Daze in which he portrayed the leader of the black fraternity “Gamma Phi Gamma.“

Notable movies & TV shows: Although Giancarlo Esposito has played diverse roles over the years, he is best known for his portrayal of antagonists. While many shows and movies have contributed to his brand image as a compelling villain, Esposito’s most iconic role is Gustavo “Gus” Fring in the hit television series Breaking Bad. He further cemented his place as an ideal villain by starring as Moff Gideon in The Mandalorian and Stan Edgar in The Boys.

Character: Giancarlo Esposito’s The Gentlemen character is also an antagonist who is deadset on acquiring Bobby Glass’ business. He is American and, like Esposito’s Breaking Bad character, already has his own meth empire. However, he wishes to expand the roots of his business and sees Eddie’s estate as an opportunity to achieve his goal.

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Ray Winstone as Bobby Glass

Best known for The Departed, Beowulf, and Black Widow

Actor: Ray Winstone was born on 19 February 1957 in London. Before acting, he fought professionally as a boxer for nearly a decade. After winning several bouts as a fighter, he dipped his feat into acting by joining the Corona Stage Academy in Hammersmith in his later teens. His big break came in the 1980s when he portrayed Will Scarlet in Robin of Sherwood.

Notable movies & TV shows: Over the years, Winstone has worked with several renowned directors, like Steven Spielberg and Martin Scorsese. Although he has myriad roles under his belt, he is best known for portraying tough-as-nails characters like Mr. French in The Departed, Gort in Snow White and the Huntsmen, and the titular character in Beowulf. Many would also know him for his portrayal of Dreykov in the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Black Widow.

Character: The Gentlemen presents Ray Winstone as Bobby Glass, who pulls all the strings from behind the scenes while sitting in the comfort of his prison. He started his marijuana business by solving the British aristocracy’s biggest issue — abundance of land but little liquid money. By using their land for his drug business, he provides them with a share of his profits and continues growing his empire while maintaining a symbiotic relationship with the aristocracy.

The Gentlemen Supporting Cast & Characters

Daniel Ings as Freddy Halstead: Best known for playing Luke in Lovesick and Mike Parker in The Queen, Daniel Ings plays Eddie’s brother, Freddy, in The Gentlemen.

Vinnie Jones as Geoff Seacombe: Vinnie Jones, of the Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, Snatch, X-Men: The Last Stand, and Gone in 60 Seconds fame, portrays the “Gamekeeper” Geoff Seacombe in Guy Ritchie’s The Gentlemen.

Max Beesley as Henry Collins: Max Beesley, previously known for starring in The Outsider, Suits, Hijack, and Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre, plays Henry Collins in The Gentlemen. Collins is a boxing promoter who initially promises to launder Eddie’s money but later tries to acquire Bobby Glass’ business.

Harry Goodwins as Jack: Susie’s younger brother and Bobby’s son, Jack, is played by Harry Goodwins in The Gentlemen. Before the Guy Ritchie series, Goodwin appeared in shorts like Sunset Drive and Contrariety.

Joely Richardson as Lady Sabrina Halstead: Eddie and Freddy’s mother, Lady Sabrina, is portrayed by Joely Richardson (best known for The Patriot, 101 Dalmatians, The Blacklist, and Lady Chatterley) in The Gentlemen.

The Gentlemen

Based on the film of the same name, the Gentlemen is a crime drama series created for Netflix by Guy Ritchie. The series follows Eddie Horniman, who inherits his father’s estate, only to discover he has inherited a vast cannabis empire – and all of the rivals that come with it.

Cast

Theo James , Kaya Scodelario , Daniel Ings , Joely Richardson , Giancarlo Esposito , Peter Serafinowicz , Vinnie Jones

Seasons

1