Anya Taylor-Joy's New Show Is an Adrenaline-Pumping Crime Thriller in the Style of Guy Ritchie

Lucky, starring Anya Taylor-Joy, premiered on Apple TV. The actress, known for her roles in The Queen's Gambit and Furiosa, served as an executive producer on the project, which was offered to her by Reese Witherspoon's production company, Hello Sunshine.

Jonathan Tropper, one of the creators of the action-packed crime series Banshee and Warrior, is the showrunner.

This lively, stylish crime thriller has a touch of Guy Ritchie aesthetics and masterfully keeps you on the edge of your seat.

What Is 'Lucky' About?

Lucky Armstrong has been a swindler since childhood, protected by her father, who is now in prison. She and her husband, Cary, stole $10 million and celebrated their success in Las Vegas, planning to start a new life together.

The next morning, however, she wakes up to find her husband and the money gone. The hotel is surrounded by FBI agents, and she is being hunted by the same dangerous men whose money the couple stole.

Now, Lucky must save herself, find Cary, and survive using all the skills her father taught her.

'Lucky' Has an Uncompromising Pace and Style That Is Worthy of Guy Ritchie

The series starts at a breakneck pace – in the first episode alone, the main character escapes armed men and immediately faces new problems.

The episodes feature a constant change of locations, ranging from hotels to deserts to strangers' houses to the coast. The creators don't let viewers catch their breath – the fast pace continues throughout almost every episode.

It's reminiscent of Guy Ritchie's best crime thrillers – the same energetic presentation, stylish characters, and unexpected twists. However, the series doesn't strive for realism, it's more like Ocean's Eleven, where dynamism is more important than verisimilitude.

Anya Taylor-Joy' Role in 'Lucky' Showcases Her Talent in a New Way

Following her role in The Queen's Gambit, Anya Taylor-Joy proved that she can be both a chess genius and an action heroine. In Lucky, she plays a survivalist who makes quick decisions and uses the damsel in distress trope to her advantage.

Taylor-Joy jokes that she films in the desert too often – in Furiosa, Dune, and now Lucky – but it's in this project that her character has the opportunity to reveal vulnerability and humanity.

Lucky is one of the most energetic and stylish crime TV series in recent years, gripping viewers from the first minute.

What Did Critics & Viewers Think of 'Lucky'?

• Lucky has 79% from critics on Rotten Tomatoes.

• On IMDb, the series has a score of 6.8/10.

Where to Watch 'Lucky'?

Lucky is available to stream on Apple TV.