Two projects share the name The Gentlemen, but their casts are entirely separate. The 2019 film brought together Matthew McConaughey, Charlie Hunnam, and Michelle Dockery in a Guy Ritchie crime story about a cannabis empire. Seven years later, Netflix launched a television series set in the same world, built around a new set of characters played by Theo James, Kaya Scodelario, and Vinnie Jones. No actor from the original film appears in the series.
The confusion is understandable. Both carry the same title, both are produced under the Guy Ritchie banner, and both depict the British criminal underworld with a similar tone. But the 2024 series is not a sequel, a remake, or a continuation of the 2019 story. It follows Eddie Horniman, a soldier who inherits his father’s estate and discovers that the land is tied to a cannabis operation run by the Glass family. The characters, the conflicts, and the cast are all new.
Below is a full breakdown of who appears in each version, how the two casts compare, and what is known about the future of the franchise.
Who Is in the Cast of The Gentlemen (2024 Netflix Series)?
Matthew McConaughey, Charlie Hunnam, Michelle Dockery, Jeremy Strong, Colin Farrell
Theo James, Kaya Scodelario, Daniel Ings, Joely Richardson, Vinnie Jones
0 — entirely new cast; no actors from the film appear in the series.
10+ recurring roles led by Theo James and Kaya Scodelario.
- The Gentlemen (2024) is a Netflix original series, not a direct adaptation of the 2019 film, but set in the same universe.
- The 2019 film cast is not returning for the series — the series features a completely new set of characters.
- The ‘The Gentlemen 2’ search query refers to a planned sequel film, not the 2024 series — but the series was developed instead of a direct sequel.
- Michelle Dockery plays Rosalind Pearson in the 2019 film, which may be the ‘wife’ referenced in searches.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Film Release Year | 2019 |
| Film Director | Guy Ritchie |
| Film Lead Actor | Matthew McConaughey |
| Series Release Year | 2024 |
| Series Platform | Netflix |
| Series Lead Actor | Theo James |
| Series Showrunner | Guy Ritchie (executive producer) |
The series launched on Netflix on 7 March 2024. Its full cast includes more than twenty named roles across the first season, with Theo James as the lead and Kaya Scodelario as Susie Glass, the daughter of crime boss Bobby Glass. Daniel Ings plays Freddy Horniman, Eddie’s volatile brother. Joely Richardson portrays Lady Sabrina Horniman, the family matriarch. Vinnie Jones appears as Geoff Seacombe, a trusted enforcer. Giancarlo Esposito plays Bobby Glass, the head of the Glass crime operation. Further supporting roles include Ray Winstone as Stanley Johnston, Max Beesley as Henry Collins, Peter Serafinowicz as Tommy Dixon, and Jasmine Blackborow as Charolette “Charlie”. The full cast listing is available on IMDB for The Gentlemen (TV Series 2024– ).
What is the Cast of The Gentlemen (2019 Film)?
The 2019 film assembled a large ensemble cast under Guy Ritchie’s direction. The story centres on Michael “Mickey” Pearson, an American expatriate who has built a marijuana empire in London and is looking to sell. The film’s cast is led by Matthew McConaughey, with Charlie Hunnam, Michelle Dockery, Jeremy Strong, Henry Golding, Colin Farrell, Hugh Grant, and Eddie Marsan in key roles. The full IMDB cast listing for The Gentlemen (2019) includes more than two dozen credited actors.
Matthew McConaughey as Michael “Mickey” Pearson
McConaughey plays the central figure of the 2019 film, an American who has built a highly profitable cannabis business in the UK and is attempting to sell it on his own terms.
Charlie Hunnam as Raymond “Ray” Smith
Hunnam portrays Mickey Pearson’s right-hand man, a calm and capable fixer who handles the day-to-day operations of the empire and acts as a mediator when conflicts arise.
Michelle Dockery as Rosalind Pearson
Dockery plays Mickey’s wife, Rosalind. She is an intelligent and resourceful figure who runs a high-end restaurant and is deeply involved in her husband’s affairs. This is the character most likely to be the “wife of Michael Pearson” that users search for.
Jeremy Strong as Matthew Berger
Strong plays an American billionaire who is interested in purchasing Mickey’s cannabis operation. His character introduces a layer of corporate negotiation into the criminal underworld.
Colin Farrell as Coach (Geoff)
Farrell appears as a boxing coach who runs a local gym and becomes entangled in the main plot after one of his fighters is involved in an incident. His character is referred to as “Coach” in the film and is sometimes called “Geoff” in promotional materials.
The 2019 film also features Henry Golding as Dry Eye, Hugh Grant as Fletcher (a private investigator), Eddie Marsan as Big Dave, Tom Wu as Lord George, Jason Wong as Phuc, Chidi Ajufo as Bunny, and Samuel West as Lord Pressfield. The full ensemble includes more than twenty credited actors, many of whom appear in only a few scenes. The TV Guide cast page for The Gentlemen provides a full roster of the film’s credited roles.
Is the Cast of The Gentlemen TV Series the Same as the Movie?
No. The 2024 Netflix series uses an entirely different cast. None of the actors who appeared in the 2019 film return for the series. The characters are also different: the series introduces Eddie Horniman, Susie Glass, and the Glass crime family, whereas the film focused on Mickey Pearson and his associates. The two projects share a title and a similar aesthetic, but the cast and character sets are completely separate.
No, the 2024 series features an entirely new cast
The series was developed as a new story within the same fictional universe, not as a direct sequel. Guy Ritchie serves as an executive producer on the series, but the narrative follows a different protagonist. The Netflix Tudum article on The Gentlemen series cast confirms the full list of new actors and characters.
The Gentlemen 2 (2025): cast rumours and confirmed returns
A sequel to the 2019 film has been discussed, but no cast has been officially confirmed. The Netflix series was developed in place of a direct film sequel, which has led to confusion among users searching for “The Gentlemen 2”. At the time of writing, there is no publicly verified cast list for a potential second film. The series itself has not yet been renewed for a second season, though the first season concludes with room for continuation.
Vinnie Jones appears in the 2024 series but not in the 2019 film. Because Jones is a well-known figure in Guy Ritchie’s earlier films such as Snatch and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, some viewers assume he is reprising a role from the 2019 film. In fact, he plays a new character, Geoff Seacombe, created specifically for the series.
When Did the Key Casting and Release Events Happen?
- January 2019 — The Gentlemen film begins production with Matthew McConaughey, Charlie Hunnam, and Michelle Dockery cast in lead roles.
- 1 January 2020 — The Gentlemen (2019) is released in UK cinemas.
- March 2021 — Netflix announces development of The Gentlemen TV series.
- November 2022 — Theo James and Kaya Scodelario are announced as the lead cast for the Netflix series.
- 7 March 2024 — The Gentlemen (2024 TV series) premieres on Netflix.
The Wikipedia page for The Gentlemen (2019 film) provides a full production timeline for the original movie. The Netflix series page details the development of the 2024 adaptation.
Are Any 2019 Film Cast Members in the 2024 Series?
| Established Information | Information That Remains Unclear |
|---|---|
| No actors from the 2019 film appear in the 2024 series. The series features an entirely new cast. | A sequel to the 2019 film was discussed but no cast has been officially confirmed. The Netflix series does not replace the planned film sequel. |
Why Does the 2024 Series Have a Different Cast?
The recasting is a deliberate creative decision. The series follows a new character, Eddie Horniman, rather than continuing Mickey Pearson’s story. Instead of producing a direct sequel to the 2019 film, the franchise expanded into a television series with a fresh narrative arc. The confusion between “The Gentlemen 2” and the Netflix series arises because both projects were in development at roughly the same time, and many users searching for a film sequel discover the series instead.
Vinnie Jones returns to the Guy Ritchie cinematic universe through the series — he previously appeared in Snatch and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels — but his role in the 2024 series is a new character, not a carryover from the film. This adds to the perception that the two casts are connected when they are not.
The Netflix page for The Gentlemen (2024 series) describes the show as a new story set in the same world, confirming that the cast and characters are distinct from the film.
What Do Official Sources Say About the Cast?
“The Gentlemen Cast Is Full of Nobility and Scoundrels” — confirms the full 2024 series cast.
Netflix Tudum (Official Source)
Full cast list for The Gentlemen (2019) including Matthew McConaughey, Charlie Hunnam, Michelle Dockery.
IMDB (2019)
Full cast list for The Gentlemen (TV Series 2024–) including Theo James, Kaya Scodelario.
IMDB (2024)
The ScreenRant cast guide for The Gentlemen (2019) provides a detailed breakdown of the film’s characters and actors.
What Is the Bottom Line on The Gentlemen Cast?
The 2019 film and the 2024 Netflix series share a title, a producer, and a criminal-world setting, but they are two separate projects with entirely different casts. No actor from the film appears in the series. The film is led by Matthew McConaughey, Charlie Hunnam, and Michelle Dockery; the series is led by Theo James, Kaya Scodelario, and Vinnie Jones. Anyone looking for a continuation of the 2019 story will not find it in the Netflix series. The The Gentlemen (2024 Netflix series) cast and characters page provides the most up-to-date information on the series cast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who plays the wife of Michael Pearson in The Gentlemen?
Michelle Dockery plays Rosalind Pearson, the wife of Michael “Mickey” Pearson in the 2019 film.
Is Vinnie Jones in the 2019 Gentlemen film?
No, Vinnie Jones did not appear in the 2019 film. He plays Geoff Seacombe in the 2024 Netflix series.
Who plays Matthew in The Gentlemen?
Jeremy Strong plays Matthew Berger in the 2019 film. There is no character named Matthew in the 2024 series.
Does the 2024 series have the same characters as the film?
No. The series introduces new characters including Eddie Horniman, Susie Glass, and Freddy Horniman. None of the film’s characters appear in the series.
Who plays Coach in The Gentlemen 2019?
Colin Farrell plays Coach (also referred to as Geoff in some materials) in the 2019 film.
Who plays Dry Eye in The Gentlemen?
Henry Golding plays Dry Eye, a rival gangster, in the 2019 film.
Is there a season 2 of The Gentlemen Netflix series?
Netflix has not officially renewed the series for a second season as of early 2025. The first season premiered on 7 March 2024.
Who plays Fletcher in The Gentlemen 2019?
Hugh Grant plays Fletcher, a private investigator who narrates much of the film, in the 2019 version.
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Toby Marsh is Senior Reporter at Castradar.uk, covering film and TV stories across the UK.