The Gentlemen (2020)
Film · Action, Comedy, Crime
Stream itif you enjoy high-octane, stylish British crime capers with sharp dialogue and interlocking double-crosses.
Fast-talking and stylistically violent, this is a high-energy crime caper that prioritizes wit and swagger over gritty realism. It is perfect for those who enjoy punchy dialogue and complex, interlocking criminal plots.
What it is about
American expat Mickey Pearson has built a highly profitable marijuana empire in London. When word gets out that he’s looking to cash out of the business forever it triggers plots, schemes, bribery and blackmail in an attempt to steal his domain out from under him.
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What The Gentlemen is like, and who it is for
What it is like to watch
Watching this is a high-energy experience defined by rhythmic, profane dialogue and a playful, non-linear narrative structure. The film maintains a brisk pace, frequently breaking the fourth wall or using unreliable narration to frame its violent outbursts. It feels polished and smug, prioritising aesthetic cool and clever wordplay over any sense of gritty realism or emotional depth.
Who it is for, and who should skip it
This is tailor-made for fans of intricate underworld politics who prefer their crime with a heavy side of irony and tailored suits. It is less suitable for those who find Guy Ritchie’s signature hyper-masculine swagger tiresome or the frequent use of coarse language grating. One honest caveat is that the plot relies heavily on lengthy exposition scenes that can feel self-indulgent.
The right evening for it
It suits a lively Friday night in with a drink, providing loud, raucous entertainment that demands your attention but doesn't require deep emotional investment. It is a quintessential 'lads' night' film that values wit and style above all else.
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Trailer · Official Trailer
How The Gentlemen leaves you
One line on the mood it ends on, with no plot. Some people count that as a spoiler, so it stays hidden until you ask.
You will likely feel energised by the film's infectious confidence, leaving you with a sense of slick, cynical satisfaction and a lingering appreciation for its sharp, rhythmic insults.
How The Gentlemen ends
Spoilers. The whole ending, in a few lines. Nothing shows until you ask and then confirm.
The film ends with Mickey Pearson turning the tables on Matthew Berger, refusing the sale of his empire and forcing Berger into a freezer until he pays £270 million in compensation for his sabotage. Pearson also demands a pound of flesh from Berger as penance for the attack on Rosalind. Although Fletcher attempts to escape the country after his failed blackmail attempt, his taxi is driven by Raymond, revealing that Fletcher is now a prisoner.
Simultaneously, The Toddlers intercept Russian assassins sent to kill Pearson, accidentally saving him during the ambush. This resolution leaves the Pearsons in control of their cannabis business, while Coach and his fighters remain loyal to Raymond's operations.
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More clips
Clip · One Rule In The Jungle
The Gentlemen soundtrack
Music by Chris Benstead
The Gentlemen (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Chris Benstead · 2019 · 17 tracks
Listen on Apple Music- 1Play a Game With Me
- 2A Proper Handsome C**t
- 3Gala Dinner
- 4Big Dave
- 5The Unique Method
- 6White Widow Super Cheese
- 7Young and Foolish Dragon
- 8The Toddlers
- 9Grub in the Tub
- 10Drug Den
Album and songs from Apple Music.
Questions people ask
- Is The Gentlemen an epic film?
- Yes. On Watchlist Boosted it is tagged Epic, with a funny streak. Fast-talking and stylistically violent, this is a high-energy crime caper that prioritizes wit and swagger over gritty realism. It is perfect for those who enjoy punchy dialogue and complex, interlocking criminal plots.
- How long is The Gentlemen?
- The Gentlemen runs 113 min and was released in 2020.
- Where can I watch The Gentlemen in Germany?
- In Germany, The Gentlemen is included with Netflix (all plans), Superfresh Amazon Channel, Magenta TV+.
- Where can I watch The Gentlemen in the UK?
- In the UK it is not included with any subscription service at the moment. JustWatch lists rental and purchase options.
- Who composed the music for The Gentlemen?
- The music for The Gentlemen is by Chris Benstead. The soundtrack album, The Gentlemen (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), has 17 tracks.
- What songs are on the The Gentlemen soundtrack?
- The Gentlemen (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) has 17 tracks, including “Play a Game With Me”, “A Proper Handsome C**t”, “Gala Dinner”, “Big Dave” and “The Unique Method”, and more. It is on Apple Music.
- Is The Gentlemen worth watching?
- Stream it: if you enjoy high-octane, stylish British crime capers with sharp dialogue and interlocking double-crosses. IMDb users rate it 7.8 out of 10 from 469,676 votes, Rotten Tomatoes gives it 75%, Metacritic 51 and TMDB users 7.7.
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