Overview

• Sean Bean stars as Ronnie Phelan, the retiring head of a Liverpool crime family, with James Nelson-Joyce and Jack McMullen as rivals for his empire's succession.
• Set in Liverpool and Marbella, the series uses its locations to emphasize cultural and atmospheric contrasts in the Phelan family's dual lives.
• Critics have commended the performances, particularly by Nelson-Joyce, whose portrayal of Michael Kavanagh adds emotional depth and complexity.
• The drama has been compared to The Sopranos and The Godfather, though some reviews highlight its implausible plot and overly serious tone.
• Themes of toxic masculinity, family loyalty, and moral ambiguity underpin the narrative, with a focus on Michael's internal conflicts and personal dilemmas.