This is a show about a group of crooks who the viewer chooses to like because they out-smart the crooks we all love to hate, which includes the banksters, the elitists, and some members of the police and secret service that have forgotten who they are supposed to serve.In a large number of episodes two sets of people are getting conned. One is explained to the viewer as "The Mark", the one that isn't explained to the viewer, until the end, is you! The stories are well written so that the viewer can't see exactly what is happening until the last few minutes when all is revealed and you often end up thinking "damn, I should have seen that coming". After watching a few episodes you will know the con is on the viewer as well, but it is still a challenge to work out what is really happening.If you enjoy a puzzling type of show you will love Hustle.
... View MoreI have watched almost every show of this series and I LOVED it!! Seeing Robert Vaughn has been a treat (I am old enough to remember him in the Man from Uncle), and Adrian Lester is spot on for this role. Every show I am waiting to see who they will con, usually bad guys, and how it goes. The show is cleverly written, well acted and directed. It is not typical by any means. Not something you can multitask and watch either since they have twists and turns in it you do NOT want to miss. I like the addition of the brother and sister following losing the first gal (who was also brilliant)...but bringing in the newbies and showing them the ropes was cool. Also, if you watch the series and get to know the cast, be SURE to watch the last show at the end, it is SUPER. I will miss this show, glad for reruns, for sure! Good job cast!!
... View MoreHustle is one of the best TV shows that exists at this time. Its an honest opinion from someone who have seen 24, Homeland, Chuck, Prison break,Sherlock and many more. However, each TV series has its pros and cons. But in this show you can find absolute fun and not a boring moment. You will love Marc Warren without any hesitation. I have seen 3 seasons in a row and missing Adrian Lester and I don't know why he is not in the show. This TV series has wit, lots and lots of tricks, a whole bunch of teasing which anyone will find absolutely hilarious. Robert Vaughn gets loads of respect for his presence in the show. He plays the big daddy who has experience in conning almost anyone. Glenister is dazzling as a technical genius and the truth is whatever he is expected to do in the TV series is believable. He not only does the computer, he has to act and react to convince. Jamie is like a filler in each episode and later I believe she has gained a reputation of being very important. This show reminds me Oceans movie big time. Its my second British TV series and I have become a fan of their accent. If you haven't seen it, just take a ride with the first episode. Trust me, every one loves a great con.
... View MoreI don't think I can verbalise or express through words how much I love this show. I genuinely hope they don't stop this series until they have exhausted every possible con or character they have on the show.Their cons are always elaborate and intricate, even if it's a simple one. The characters all have a past that makes you want to find out more about them, especially Mickey Stone of course. Though even dear old Albert Stroller and quirky Danny Blue have some interesting pasts too.I'm sure someone else has mentioned this already, but I'll say it again. The fact that this show breaks the fourth wall and addresses the viewer directly is what makes Hustle stand out from all the other con/grifter shows. It's funny, entertaining, amusing... whatever you make of it, it's a positive feedback. You never get lost within the con because you know what they're doing every step of the way. Even when they have untold surprises and twists, you will understand exactly what happened at the end. I have to admit with the Americanised version of Hustle: Leverage, it got me a little mixed up here and there a few times and I had to rewind and see it again to get it. With Hustle, I don't.Hustle is a damn good show.
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