Paramount+’s electrifying crime drama MobLand is officially back for a second season, following a record-breaking debut that saw it become the streamer’s second most-watched original series, with over 26 million viewers tuning in. Starring Tom Hardy as the steely fixer Harry Da Souza, Pierce Brosnan as the cunning patriarch Conrad Harrigan, and Helen Mirren as the formidable matriarch Maeve Harrigan, the British gangster epic has captivated audiences with its blend of psychological depth, brutal violence, and intricate family dynamics. The Season 1 finale, “The Beast In Me,” aired on June 1, 2025, leaving fans reeling with a blood-soaked showdown and a shocking betrayal that sets the stage for an even darker Season 2, expected to premiere in late 2026. As the tagline teases, “It’s Just Beginning,” the next chapter promises a fresh wave of secrets, betrayals, and unexpected twists.
A Finale That Changed Everything
MobLand, created by Ronan Bennett and co-written with Jez Butterworth, dives into the gritty underbelly of London’s criminal underworld, focusing on the Harrigan crime family and their rivalry with the Stevenson gang. Season 1, which premiered on March 30, 2025, followed Harry Da Souza (Hardy), a street-smart fixer navigating the escalating war between the Irish-rooted Harrigans and the south London Stevensons, led by Richie (Geoff Bell). The season’s explosive finale saw the Harrigans decimate the Stevensons, with Kevin Harrigan (Paddy Considine) delivering a fatal shot to Richie’s eye, effectively ending the feud. However, the victory came at a cost: Conrad and Maeve were imprisoned after being framed, and Harry was stabbed in the chest by his wife, Jan (Joanne Froggatt), in a moment of panic, leaving his fate uncertain.
The finale also dropped a bombshell about family ties. Eddie Harrigan (Anson Boon), long believed to be Kevin’s son, learned that Conrad, not Kevin, is his biological father, creating a rift with Maeve, who he now knows isn’t his grandmother. This revelation, coupled with Kevin’s ambition to seize control of the family empire, sets up a volatile power struggle for Season 2. Producer David Glasser confirmed at a red-carpet event that the entire core cast—Hardy, Brosnan, Mirren, Considine, Froggatt, and Boon—will return, promising continuity in the high-stakes drama. “Same team, same everybody,” Glasser assured, fueling anticipation for how these fractured relationships will unfold.
What to Expect in Season 2
While Paramount+ has not announced an official release date, the rapid production timeline of Season 1—filmed from November 2024 to March 2025—suggests Season 2 could arrive by late 2026, following a similar schedule. The new season is expected to shift focus from the Harrigan-Stevenson war to internal family tensions, with Kevin plotting to exploit cracks in the Harrigan empire while Conrad and Maeve navigate their imprisonment. Brosnan, in an interview with Entertainment Weekly, hinted at Conrad’s fiery resolve: “The future is golden for [Conrad]. He’s gonna get out of prison and hunt down the little s—bags who did him injustice.”
Harry’s survival seems assured, as Hardy told The Hollywood Reporter that the series has potential for multiple seasons, with plans to explore the international scope of organized crime, touching on drug and weapons trafficking across Europe, Africa, and South America. This global ambition could introduce new adversaries, possibly rival crime families in other countries, adding a fresh layer of intrigue. Eddie’s evolving role, torn between loyalty to Conrad and alienation from Maeve, will likely be a focal point, with actor Anson Boon describing the dynamic as “absolutely terrifying” due to the complex power plays at stake.
The supporting cast, including Lara Pulver as Bella, Mandeep Dhillon as Seraphina, and Jasmine Jobson as Zosia, is expected to return, with new characters potentially joining to escalate the conflict. Guy Ritchie, who directed the first two episodes of Season 1, may helm additional episodes, joined by directors Anthony Byrne and Daniel Syrkin, ensuring the show’s signature blend of slick action and dark humor. The series’ music, composed by Matt Bellamy and Ilan Eshkeri, with tracks like Fontaines D.C.’s “Starburster” and The Prodigy’s “Firestarter,” will likely continue to amplify its gritty atmosphere.
A Global Phenomenon
MobLand’s first season broke records, logging 8.8 million viewers in its first seven days and ranking in Nielsen’s Top 10 SVOD Original Series for six weeks. Its 75% Rotten Tomatoes score reflects strong critical reception, though some reviews noted uneven pacing and overly theatrical performances from Brosnan and Mirren. Fans, however, have embraced the series’ soapy yet gripping narrative, likening it to The Sopranos for its character-driven storytelling. Posts on X praise Hardy’s intense portrayal of Harry, with one user calling him “a wolf in fixer’s clothing,” while others debate the show’s soap-opera tendencies versus its raw criminal edge.
With Season 2 poised to delve deeper into the Harrigans’ fractured dynamics and Harry’s precarious loyalties, MobLand is set to maintain its grip on audiences. The promise of new betrayals and global stakes ensures that this London underworld saga is far from over.
