
The HBO drama Industry, created by Mickey Down and Konrad Kay, has evolved over four seasons from a clever, fast-paced story into a surprisingly engaging exploration of capitalism. While previous seasons examined the clash between ethics and money, this season focuses on how love and sex are affected by the pursuit of profit. The premiere immediately makes it clear that the creators view this combination negatively, pairing Mad Men‘s Kiernan Shipka and Stranger Things‘ Charlie Heaton in a messy, dishonest, and ultimately failed encounter. Industry portrays a world where naiveté is quickly destroyed by the overwhelming force of greed.