7 Easter Eggs Connecting The Gentlemen TV Series & Movie
Today, we're diving into 'The Gentlemen,' the stylish crime saga by Guy Ritchie, focusing on the clever easter egg parallels between the 2019 blockbuster movie and its gripping 2024 Netflix series spin-off.
But before we move forward, spoiler alert. There might be some details best enjoyed by watching them first. Don’t say we didn’t warn you!
Though the TV show introduces us to new characters and a self-contained story, it's rich with nods to the original film.
Let's uncover these seven intriguing parallels that connect the two.
1. Gangster in the Freezer
While Freddy Horniman, played by Daniel Ings, finds himself iced for four million pounds in debt, plus interest, to Liverpudlian gangsters, Matthew Berger, played by Jeremy Strong in the movie, faces a similar frosty fate for betrayal.
Mickey Pearson, played by Matthew McConaughey, forces him into a freezer unless he pays up 270 million pounds for trying to take over his business.
The Gentlemen (2024) from Netflix
2. Humiliation by Poultry
In a bizarre twist of fate, Freddy Horniman's debts lead to a humiliating settlement: he's made to don a chicken costume while dancing in a demeaning video.
This echoes a similarly eccentric form of humiliation in the movie, where Big Dave is blackmailed into a compromising video involving a pig.
3. White Widow Super Cheese
In the Netflix series, Eddie Horniman, Theo James’ character, stumbles upon a unique cannabis strain, White Widow Super Cheese, cultivated by the quirky botanist Jimmy.
This signature strain links back to Mickey Pearson’s empire from the movie, as it's the same variety he famously distributed.
The show teases a connection between Eddie's newfound operation and Mickey's legacy, sparking curiosity over their intertwined worlds without confirming anything outright.
4. Blackmailing Journalist Redux
The series introduces us to Frank, a journalist who tries to leverage scandal for profit, directly mirroring Fletcher's role in the film, played by Hugh Grant.
Both characters exploit their media influence for blackmail, tying the series and movie together through a shared theme of journalistic power and moral ambiguity.
This parallel not only connects the two narratives but also comments on the dangerous game of information warfare within Guy Ritchie's criminal underworld.
5. Luxurious Barbecue
Bobby Glass, from behind bars, enjoys a luxurious barbecue setup, a scene that mirrors the garden cookout in the movie as housed by Charlie Hunnam’s character Raymond Smith.
Both scenes depict characters in the drug trade indulging in high-end leisure, underscoring the contrast between their criminal activities and personal pleasures.
6. The Gym HQ
In the heart of the series, Theo James’ character, uncovers his family's ties to the criminal underworld, including a surprising alliance with Susie Glass, portrayed by Kaya Scodelario.
Their first meeting? In a gym, Susie and her brother, Jack Glass, strategize amidst the sounds of clashing gloves and grunts of exertion.
Jack, a budding boxer, hones his skills here, reminiscent of Coach and his crew, the Toddlers, from the film.
Colin Farrell's Coach kept his gang in line with strict discipline and boxing gloves, emphasizing the series' nod to the original's blend of crime and sport.
7. Women and Supercars
Eddie's venture into criminal tasks includes dealing with Mercy, a vicious car dealer as her front business with a shady underbelly of a criminal empire herself.
This echoes the women-only garage being run by Rosalind Pearson in the movie.
The End
And there you have it—seven easter eggs that tie the vibrant tapestry of Guy Ritchie's 'The Gentlemen' series back to its cinematic roots.
Each parallel not only serves as a nod to fans but also enriches the new narrative, weaving connections that enhance our appreciation of both the movie and the series.
Do you think the characters from the TV show and movie cross paths in a future Guy Ritchie work? Should the acclaimed director expand The Gentlemen cinematic universe?
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