Michael “Mickey” Pearson is a fictional character appearing in the 2019 film The Gentlemen, from which he serves as the protagonist. He is portrayed by Matthew McConaughey.
Biography[]
He is a wealthy drug lord who heads one of the most prominent marijuana drug empires in Europe. He originally hails from the United States, but moved to the United Kingdom to study at Oxford on a full scholarship, where he began selling weed to his fellow students. As head of the empire, Mickey oversees various aspects of the business, including production, shipping, and maintenance, and must also navigate conflicts with rival drug lords.
Mickey is married to Rosalind, who is a successful businesswoman in her own right and runs a car shop staffed by women. The two have been happily married for a while and Mickey dreams of retiring soon to spend more time with her. However, his plans are complicated by a potential sale of his empire to American drug lord, Matthew Berger, for 400 million pounds. When Mickey encounters unexpected challenges, he and his right-hand man Raymond must work together to uncover a larger scheme before the deal falls through.
Mickey's wealth affords him many luxuries, including caviar and fine wine. He is a savvy and cutthroat businessperson, much like his wife Rosalind.
Personality[]
He is a cool and poised character who is skilled in speaking and outwitting others. He is charming and has a great sense of humor, but he is also strong and fierce. He understands that in his line of work, appearing vulnerable is not an option, so he always maintains his composure. He sees himself as a powerful lion in the jungle and believes that to truly be a ruler, one must embody the role with confidence and authority, as any hesitation or doubt can lead to destruction.
Appearances[]
- The Gentlemen (2019)
Michael “Mickey” Pearson is a fictional character appearing in the 2019 film The Gentlemen, from which he serves as the protagonist. He is portrayed by Matthew McConaughey.
Biography[]
He is a wealthy drug lord who heads one of the most prominent marijuana drug empires in Europe. He originally hails from the United States, but moved to the United Kingdom to study at Oxford on a full scholarship, where he began selling weed to his fellow students. As head of the empire, Mickey oversees various aspects of the business, including production, shipping, and maintenance, and must also navigate conflicts with rival drug lords.
Mickey is married to Rosalind, who is a successful businesswoman in her own right and runs a car shop staffed by women. The two have been happily married for a while and Mickey dreams of retiring soon to spend more time with her. However, his plans are complicated by a potential sale of his empire to American drug lord, Matthew Berger, for 400 million pounds. When Mickey encounters unexpected challenges, he and his right-hand man Raymond must work together to uncover a larger scheme before the deal falls through.
Mickey's wealth affords him many luxuries, including caviar and fine wine. He is a savvy and cutthroat businessperson, much like his wife Rosalind.
Personality[]
He is a cool and poised character who is skilled in speaking and outwitting others. He is charming and has a great sense of humor, but he is also strong and fierce. He understands that in his line of work, appearing vulnerable is not an option, so he always maintains his composure. He sees himself as a powerful lion in the jungle and believes that to truly be a ruler, one must embody the role with confidence and authority, as any hesitation or doubt can lead to destruction.
Appearances[]
- The Gentlemen (2019)