Ewan McGregor’s upcoming historical drama looks great for the actor while also serving as a reminder to revisit an underrated Netflix show from 2021.

Ewan McGregor’s upcoming historical drama, A Gentleman in Moscow, is a staunch reminder that viewers should revisit the Scottish actor’s underrated Netflix drama from 2021. Some of the best Ewan McGregor movies and TV shows have seen the actor take on drastically different roles, which have ranged from people struggling with substance abuse to powerful Jedi to even Satan. However, A Gentleman in Moscow, still remains a firm reminder to rewatch the actor in what is not only one of his most distinct roles, but also one of his least appreciated shows from 2021.

A Gentleman in Moscow blends fact with fiction in a quirky yet dramatic historical drama that showcases McGregor in a way that few projects have. In A Gentleman in Moscow‘s eight episodes, audiences see McGregor as the fictional Count Alexander Rostov, a Russian aristocrat who is banished to the attic of a hotel room during the October Revolution by a Bolshevik tribunal. While the miniseries is brand new, it’s already enjoying critical plaudits for its blend of humor and drama, and the performance of McGregor. However, A Gentleman in Moscow has similarities to another underrated McGregor TV show from 2021.

A Gentleman In Moscow Is A Reminder To Watch Ewan McGregor In 2021’s Halston

Both characters share similarities while demonstrating McGregor’s range.

Although A Gentleman in Moscow and Halston cover two completely different eras, their shared similarities lie in both shows’ off-beat protagonists, and their retelling of historical events and/or figures. A Gentleman in Moscow isn’t necessarily based on a real person, but it is set during th October Revolution – that is, one of the key movements of the Russian Revolution led by Vladimir Lenin which lasted from 1917 to 1923, and Halston is a dramatized account of the career and personal life of American fashion designer Halston.

Although A Gentleman in Moscow‘s protagonist, Alexander, is a fictional character, McGregor’s performance in the first episode of A Gentleman in Moscow demonstrates the show’s ability to masterfully weave real-life events with fiction in a way that is both entertaining and provocative. McGregor’s work in Halston benefits from similar treatment, as the show makes references to real-life people and events, while also heightening the drama and suspense for increased audience engagement. Despite the two shows’ similarities, Halston still never quite received the attention it deserved.

Why Halston Deserves More Attention Among Ewan McGregor’s Past Roles

McGregor’s Emmy-winning role as the conflicted Halston is decidedly distinct from his typical hero roles.

While Halston makes changes to real-life events, the show does so in an effort to tell a more engaging and entertaining story. As such, Halston deserves reassessment for its ability to highlight the importance of one of the most influential fashion designers of the last few decades. Furthermore, McGregor’s Primetime Emmy-winning performance is another strong reason to revisit the 2021 drama miniseries. Despite its critical accolades, the show is largely unknown in McGregor’s filmography, but A Gentleman in Moscow‘s fledgling popularity could compel audiences to revisit the TV show.