Kit Harington portrays Henry Muck in the fourth season of HBO's "Industry," where the character experiences a significant decline, marked by drug use and a descent into what creators describe as "supernatural despair." The second episode of the season, titled "The Commander and the Grey Lady," available on HBO Max, showcases Muck's unraveling after his failed entrepreneurial ventures in the previous season, according to HBO.

Mickey Down and Konrad Kay, the creators of "Industry," have placed Muck, a character described as a "silver spoon-fed aristocrat," into a series of dramatic situations, including a humiliating public appearance during his campaign to become a Conservative Party member of parliament, HBO reported. The storyline delves into the character’s past traumas as a contributing factor to his current state.

The season explores themes of personal and professional failure, using Muck's experiences to examine the pressures and expectations placed on individuals within high-stakes environments. Harington's portrayal aims to capture the character's vulnerability and descent into despair, offering a critical commentary on privilege and its potential consequences.

"Industry" is known for its depiction of the cutthroat world of finance and the personal lives of young professionals navigating this landscape. The show's fourth season continues to explore these themes through Muck's storyline, highlighting the psychological toll of ambition and the search for meaning.