Industry
Industry

Industry

2026TV ShowReturning Series4 SeasonsEnglish

In the cutthroat world of international finance, a group of young graduates compete for a limited set of permanent positions at a top investment bank in London. The boundaries between colleague, friend, lover, and enemy soon blur as they immerse themselves in a company culture defined as much by sex, drugs and ego as it is by deals and dividends.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes88%
Metacritic75/100
Google Users82%
Director: Lena Dunham, Tinge Krishnan, Ed Lilly, Al MackayGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

Industry is a British-American drama series that follows a group of ambitious young graduates competing for a limited number of permanent positions at a top investment bank in London. As they navigate the high-stakes, cutthroat world of finance, they grapple with intense pressure, ethical dilemmas, and the blurred lines between their professional and personal lives. The show offers a raw and unflinching look at the toxic culture of the financial industry and the personal toll it takes on those trying to succeed.

Critical Reception

Industry has been widely praised for its sharp writing, dynamic performances, and authentic portrayal of the high-pressure world of investment banking. Critics have highlighted its ability to balance intense drama with moments of dark humor, and its exploration of themes like ambition, identity, and morality within a cutthroat corporate environment. The series has been lauded for its diverse cast and its realistic depiction of the challenges faced by young professionals.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp, witty dialogue and compelling performances.
  • Lauded for its realistic and often brutal depiction of the finance industry.
  • Appreciated for exploring complex themes of ambition, identity, and morality.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciate the show's fast-paced narrative, compelling characters, and its insider look into the world of investment banking. Many viewers find the show addictive and engaging, though some note its intense and sometimes overwhelming portrayal of the industry's pressures.

Fun Fact

The series was inspired by the experiences of its creators, who worked in the finance industry before transitioning to television writing.

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