The Gentlemen cast is led by Theo James as Eddie Horniman and Kaya Scodelario as Susie Glass. Daniel Ings, Ray Winstone, Joely Richardson and Vinnie Jones complete the core group around the Horniman estate and the Glass family business.
Netflix has also confirmed a larger Season 2 ensemble. This guide separates the established characters from the new actors joining the series, while keeping the focus entirely on cast and roles.
Readers comparing British Netflix ensembles can also visit our Bodies cast guide and Obsession cast guide.
The Gentlemen cast list at a glance
| Actor | Character / role |
|---|---|
| Theo James | Eddie Horniman |
| Kaya Scodelario | Susie Glass |
| Daniel Ings | Freddy Horniman |
| Ray Winstone | Bobby Glass |
| Joely Richardson | Lady Sabrina |
| Vinnie Jones | Geoff Seacombe |
| Giancarlo Esposito | Stanley Johnston, known as Uncle Stan |
| Harry Goodwins | Jack Glass |
| Michael Vu | Jimmy Chang |
| Max Beesley | Henry Collins |
| Hugh Bonneville | Lord Hawthorne, Season 2 |
| Michele Morrone | Cico Maldini, Season 2 |
The core cast of The Gentlemen
Theo James as Eddie Horniman
Eddie is the younger Horniman brother who unexpectedly becomes the Duke of Halstead. James plays him as controlled, observant and increasingly comfortable using authority. He is the central point connecting the aristocratic family with the criminal operation beneath its estate. The actor is also known for The White Lotus, The Divergent series and Sanditon.
Kaya Scodelario as Susie Glass
Susie manages the day-to-day business built by her father, Bobby Glass. Scodelario gives her a polished but unsentimental presence. Susie is often the person who understands the practical consequences of every decision before Eddie does. The actor is also known for Skins, The Maze Runner films and Crawl.
Daniel Ings as Freddy Horniman
Freddy is Eddie’s older brother and the family member who expected to inherit the title. Ings makes him funny, unpredictable and frequently self-destructive, while still showing why Eddie feels responsible for him. The actor is also known for Lovesick, The Crown and I Hate Suzie.
Ray Winstone as Bobby Glass
Bobby is Susie’s father and the senior figure behind the Glass family operation. Winstone plays him with relaxed authority, making it clear that imprisonment has not removed his influence. The actor is also known for Sexy Beast, The Departed and Black Widow.
The Horniman family and estate cast
Joely Richardson as Lady Sabrina
Lady Sabrina is Eddie and Freddy’s mother, the Dowager Duchess of Halstead. Richardson gives the character a composed exterior with enough sharpness to suggest that she understands far more than she initially says. The actor is also known for Nip/Tuck, The Patriot and One Day.
Vinnie Jones as Geoff Seacombe
Geoff is the long-serving gamekeeper at Halstead Manor. Jones plays him as the estate’s dependable protector and keeper of family knowledge. His quiet loyalty makes him one of Eddie’s most useful allies. The actor is also known for Snatch and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels.
Jasmine Blackborow as Charlotte Horniman
Charlotte is part of the wider Horniman family and returns in Season 2. Blackborow’s presence helps keep the aristocratic family side of the series connected as Eddie’s business expands.
The Glass operation and rival figures
Harry Goodwins as Jack Glass
Jack is Susie’s younger brother and a boxer. Goodwins gives him a different energy from the more disciplined members of the Glass family, combining confidence, ambition and impulsiveness.
Michael Vu as Jimmy Chang
Jimmy is the operation’s specialist grower. Vu plays him as good-natured and highly skilled, even when his distracted personality creates problems.
Giancarlo Esposito as Stanley Johnston, known as Uncle Stan
Stanley Johnston is an extremely wealthy American with a fascination for British aristocracy. Esposito gives the character his familiar measured intensity, making even polite conversations feel strategic. The actor is also known for Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul and The Residence.
Peter Serafinowicz as Tommy Dixon
Tommy Dixon is a volatile criminal figure whose actions create an early crisis for the Horniman family. Serafinowicz makes him menacing without losing the exaggerated humour of the series. The actor is also known for Shaun of the Dead and The Tick.
Max Beesley as Henry Collins
Henry Collins is a boxing promoter with military experience and a dangerous private agenda. Beesley gives him charm on the surface and threat underneath. The actor is also known for Hijack, Homeland and Suits.
The Gentlemen Season 2 cast additions
Season 2 brings back Theo James, Kaya Scodelario, Daniel Ings, Ray Winstone, Joely Richardson, Vinnie Jones, Jasmine Blackborow, Michael Vu, Harry Goodwins, Ruby Sear, Pearce Quigley and Giancarlo Esposito.
- Hugh Bonneville plays Lord Hawthorne.
- Michele Morrone plays Cico Maldini.
- Amra Mallassi plays Amir.
- Maya Jama plays Aisha.
- Benjamin Clementine joins the Season 2 cast.
- Benedetta Porcaroli joins the Season 2 cast.
- Sergio Castellitto joins the Season 2 cast.
- Tyler Conti joins the Season 2 cast.
- Chris Eubank Jr. appears as part of the expanded ensemble.
Not every new character name had been disclosed when the Season 2 cast was announced. The confirmed lineup nevertheless shows that the series is expanding beyond the Season 1 circle while keeping Eddie, Susie, Freddy and both families at its centre.