Guy Ritchie’s 9/10 Crime Thriller Becomes Netflix’s Biggest Hit Despite 45% Audience Drop Off
By Adam Blevins
Published Sep 8, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
Adam Blevins is a seasoned entertainment journalist who has contributed to various platforms, including Agents of Fandom, Collider, and ScreenRant. He specializes in covering movies, TV shows, and gaming, with a particular interest in box office numbers, streaming trends, and superhero/sci-fi news.
Here’s a summary of the story:
- 2026 has been a mix of successes and challenges for Guy Ritchie.
- His Netflix series, The Gentlemen, returned for Season 2 last Friday, despite a significant drop in views compared to the first season (45%).
- Despite this, The Gentlemen Season 2 is still Netflix’s #1 show globally.
- The series is a spin-off from Ritchie’s 2020 film, The Gentlemen, featuring a new cast.
- Season 2 received critical acclaim, scoring an 82% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Key Takeaways:
- The Gentlemen Season 2’s initial viewings attracted only 6.7 million users, a notable decline from Season 1’s 12.2 million.
- Despite the drop, the show’s popularity on Netflix remains strong.
- Guy Ritchie continues to make his mark in the streaming world with this hit series.
