Theo James breaks down the darker second season of The Gentlemen

The short version

• The second season of Guy Ritchie's action dramedy 'The Gentlemen' premiered on Netflix.[The Hollywood Reporter]
• The season follows major plot turns, including the death of Eddie Horniman's wife Bella and a forced execution by his brother Freddy in the finale.[The Hollywood Reporter]
• Actor Theo James discussed exploring character corruption as the series prepares for its already renewed third season.[The Hollywood Reporter]

Key facts

• Season two of Guy Ritchie's action dramedy 'The Gentlemen' premiered on Netflix on a Thursday.[The Hollywood Reporter]
• Eddie Horniman's new wife, Countess Isabella 'Bella' Soranza de Parme, is killed when a hidden bomb detonates on her seaplane during their honeymoon.[The Hollywood Reporter]
• In the season finale, Freddy beheads Gospel John under coercion from Eddie.[The Hollywood Reporter]
• 'The Gentlemen' has already received a renewal for a third season.[The Hollywood Reporter]
• Theo James stated that the creative team initially referenced the series 'Moonlighting' when developing the dynamic between Eddie and Susie.[The Hollywood Reporter]

Sources

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