Welcome to the Wild World of Industry

Alright folks, buckle up because Industry is back for Season 4! And you know what that means—it’s time for some serious acting shenanigans as HBO continues its journey through the luxurious lives of London stockbrokers. But here’s the kicker: this season is all about giving actors a fresh start and flipping their public personas upside down!

New Faces, New Vibes

Now, let’s chat about the talented cast. We’ve bid adieu to some of the series’ familiar faces, like our favorite Instagram influencer Myha’la and the ‘I-should-be-Bond’ Harry Lawtey. Instead, we kick off this season with a big ol’ dose of “who’s that?”

Enter Charlie Heaton—yep, the guy who moonlights as Jonathan Byers from Stranger Things. Picture it: the Season 4 opener titled “PayPal of Bukkake” (yes, you read that right!) starts with a somewhat scandalous close-up of him, sparking curiosity faster than you can say “huh?”

Financial Drama Mixed with a Dash of Intrigue

Heaton’s character, Jim Dycker, is just your average, everyday investigative financial journalist. As he attempts to charm a gorgeous woman named Haley Clay—played by the incredible Kiernan Shipka—we cruise through a wild and boisterous nightclub scene that’s so on-brand for the young professional crowd!

Picture this: Jim awkwardly muttering that he doesn’t want to take advantage of her while Haley diabolically teases him with juicy comments about her ex’s opinions on her anatomy. Talk about a plot twist!

Industry’s Talent Playground

But let’s not kid ourselves. The real treat of this season is how Industry has become HBO’s go-to hub for actors looking to shed their old skins and try on something brand new. Just ask co-creator Mickey Down, who’s practically giddy with excitement at watching these actors stretch their wings. After all, who says you can’t play a financial journalist after being a beloved child star?

Past Meets Present: A Star-Studded Lineup

Take, for example, Kit Harington stepping away from his dramatic sword-swinging days as Jon Snow and diving into the extravagant world of Henry Muck, a snazzy tech CEO living the high life. And, spoiler alert: he doesn’t just return for Season 4, but his entrance is saved like the cherry on top of a very decadent cake!

By the end of the premiere episode, we see him looking all moody and fabulous atop a grand piano, crushing pills like some sort of tragic, modern-day Casanova. Don’t you just love it when actors reveal deeper layers of their craft?

What’s Next for Our Favorite Stars?

With Heaton and Shipka both embracing their new personas, it’s thrilling to think of what they’ll unwrap over the course of the season. And we’ve got fresh faces joining the fun—let’s not forget Toheeb Jimoh from Ted Lasso now playing Harper’s new employee. Talk about a makeover!

In Conclusion: The Future is Bright

So, while Industry may not have cracked the Da Vinci Code of wealth and society just yet, it sure knows how to create a canvas for great actors to paint their new identities. Here’s to hoping it lasts for seasons and seasons of drama, intrigue, and perhaps a few questionable choices!

Catch new episodes of Industry Season 4 every Sunday at 9 p.m. ET on HBO and HBO Max. Don’t miss it!