Guy Ritchie has been keeping busy across both film and television lately, with projects like MobLand on Paramount+, Young Sherlock on Prime Video, and the hit Netflix series The Gentlemen all landing in recent years. That last one, of course, spins out of Ritchie's 2020 movie of the same name, which dove into the murky world of Britain's aristocratic weed trade. The Netflix show just wrapped its second season, and a third is already in the works, with some fresh faces and departures announced for the next chapter.
While the series shares the same gritty universe as the film, it tells a brand-new story with a different cast and characters. Theo James steps in as Eddie Horniman, the accidental crime boss, and Kaya Scodelario shines as his sharp-witted assistant, Sussie Glass. Season 2 had a bit of a rocky start in the ratings but bounced back quickly, pulling in nearly 10 million views in a single week.
Now, two months after the binge-worthy drop of all eight episodes, fans of the original movie have something shiny to look forward to. Lionsgate Home Entertainment has announced a Collector's Edition 4K Blu-ray SteelBook of the 2020 crime thriller. According to the listing on Blu-ray.com, the set comes with two discs and a pair of art prints that nod to the film's signature sharp-dressed style. It's set to hit shelves—or rather, Amazon—on December 15, making it a perfect holiday gift for any fan.
What's the Movie About?
For those who came to the franchise via the Netflix series, the original film is a standalone story that doesn't require any prior viewing. It stars Matthew McConaughey as Mickey Pearson, an American expat who's built a thriving cannabis empire in London and decides to sell it. But his exit plan goes sideways, triggering a cascade of blackmail, double-crosses, and turf wars. The ensemble cast includes Charlie Hunnam, Henry Golding, Michelle Dockery, Jeremy Strong, Eddie Marsan, Colin Farrell, and Hugh Grant.
The movie was a hit with both critics and audiences, grossing over $126 million worldwide on a reported $22 million budget. It holds a 75% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes, with praise for its sharp dialogue, eccentric characters, and unpredictable twists—all of which make it endlessly rewatchable. If you're in the mood for more streaming recommendations, check out our list of Netflix shows you won't be able to pause.
For those who can't get enough of Ritchie's style, there's also his King Arthur epic, which is leaving Tubi next year. And if you're into crime thrillers with a twist, you might enjoy Bruce Willis's time-bending thriller Looper, now streaming on Netflix.
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