Published by Mason Oldridge, 18 March 2024
CONTAINS SPOILERS!
Guy Ritchie’s action film is adapted into a Netflix series as a new fast-paced crime caper.
The series maintains a similar plot to the original film. Aristocratic middle child Eddie returns home as his father lays on his deathbed and the whole family are stunned to learn that he has inherited the estate and Duke title, much to the fury of eldest child Freddy, who reveals being passed over means he can’t pay his debts. Upon learning he owes £8 million to a Scouse crime lord, Eddie is forced into a dangerous world to protect his brother. Furthermore, he learns a weed operation is running on the property, headed by Susie of the notorious Glass crime family, and must work with her to remove his family’s involvement.
As Eddie is thrust into a world he is not accustomed to, the series is gripping from its incredible first episode, which culminates in the intense scene of Freddy having to dance like a chicken. Viewers will know they are in for a good run as the verbal abuse leads a high-on-cocaine Freddy to shoot Tommy in the head.
High octane drama continues throughout the episodes as Eddie and Susie continue with their dodgy dealings; the chemistry between them can be accredited to the compelling performances of Theo James and Kaya Scodelario.
The ending is also strong as Eddie decides to go into business with Susie, eliminating all rivals in the process. Fans are going to want a season two to see the continued business of Eddie and Susie, as well as how Bobby held off The Gospel.
There is also a nice sprinkling of comedy throughout the series too, notably Geoff’s excessive nursing of wildlife and the elderly lord’s naked psychotic episode.
On a whole, the action thriller is a great blend of dramatic and easy viewing… and we want more!
9/10