Theo James to star in 'The Gentlemen' series on Netflix

Deadline reported Thursday that James, 37, will play the lead role in the drama series.

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The Gentleman was written and directed by Guy Ritchie, based on the 2019 film of the same name

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and starring Matthew McConaughey, Charlie Hunnam, Henry Golding, and Michelle Dockery.

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The series follows Eddie Halstead (James).

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He inherited his father's estate

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He sits atop the cannabis empire owned by Mickey Pearson, played by McConaughey in the film.

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Variety has confirmed James' casting.

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Indiewire says production on the series will begin in London next week.

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