Over the past few weeks, MobLand has quietly become one of Paramount+'s most popular shows. This crime drama starring Tom Hardy really stepped up for the streamer. It filled a gap for many viewers who wanted a strong mob story. I think it is safe to say that a second season renewal is likely. The show feels like it has found its audience very quickly.
The series stars Tom Hardy as Harry Da Souza. Harry is a fixer for the powerful Harrigan crime family. Conrad (Pierce Brosnan) and his wife Maeve (Helen Mirren) lead this family. Their son Kevin (Paddy Considine) is also a key player. The Harrigans are fighting a bitter war with a rival London gang called the Stevensons. Their drug empire is at stake. Things get much worse once the Stevensons’ heir is found dead. It is a show packed with tension and big names.
Guy Ritchie is an executive producer and directed the first two episodes. Ronan Bennett, known for Top Boy, created the show. He first thought of this project as a spin-off from Showtime's Ray Donovan. Somewhere along the way, possibly when Paramount and Showtime merged, the idea changed. It became a standalone series. Then, MobLand debuted to 8.8 million viewers in its first week. This put the series among the top three most-watched shows on Paramount+. It sits right there with Taylor Sheridan’s Landman and 1923. This kind of viewership is seriously impressive for a new show.
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As I write this, MobLand season one is still airing. Its finale is set for Sunday, June 1. We are all waiting to see who makes it out alive. In the second to last episode, the Harrigan family was still trying to find a mole in their organization. Conrad and Maeve were arrested before they could find answers. Now, Harry and his team must work to free the Harrigans and stop the Stevensons from reaching them. It sounds like a tense ending is coming.
So far, all four of the show’s main stars Tom Hardy Pierce Brosnan Helen Mirren and Paddy Considine are available to come back. Geoff Bell’s Richie Stevenson the patriarch of the rival gang is also still alive as the season ends. While I can’t say who survives until the final episodes I have a feeling Tom Hardy’s Harry will be okay. It looks like he is part of the plans for season 2.
Tom Hardy himself spoke about the future of the show in April. “The plan is definitely to see more seasons,” Hardy told The Hollywood Reporter. He then raised an interesting question. “The question is: Does it become international? There are international elements to organized crime, which are touched on in season one and the control of drugs and ammunition and weapons and people and all kinds of things that go through Europe and from Africa through to South America, Pakistan and the variable commodities that move around Europe. There are families that are involved in each European country that are vying for power to have that status to be able to move these kind of commodities through and who polices that and how that fits into a world stage.” These are certainly very big ideas. Given MobLand’s success so far I think Paramount will listen to him.
Producer David Glasser also weighed in on a possible second season. He confirmed "Yes there will be. Same team same everybody. And Guy and the directors Anthony Burns. Same actor same actors.” This sounds like very good news for fans. It means the core team will be back to deliver more of what we love. I am always happy when a successful show keeps its creative team together. It helps keep the quality consistent. This also hints that many of our favorite characters will survive to see another day. I am really hoping this means we will see more of the Harrigan family and their ongoing struggles.
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If MobLand does get renewed which seems almost certain we can expect many key cast members to return. Of course, Tom Hardy as Harry Da Souza would be back. Helen Mirren as Maeve Harrigan and Pierce Brosnan as Conrad Harrigan are also likely to come back. Paddy Considine as Kevin Harrigan Mandeep Dhillon as Seraphina Harrigan Joanne Froggatt as Jan Da Souza and Daniel Betts as Brendan Harrigan are also expected. It’s always a little scary in crime dramas because not all characters survive. But it seems the main players are set for more action.
Ronan Bennett created and wrote MobLand. Jez Butterworth co-wrote it. These are talented people who know how to tell a gripping story. Their combined experience really shows in how well the show has been put together. The series has a strong foundation for future seasons. I believe the show could easily introduce new characters. These new characters could connect to the international crime elements Hardy mentioned. It would keep the story fresh and expand the world we have seen so far.
The success of the show comes from its strong cast and writing. The performances from Tom Hardy Helen Mirren and Pierce Brosnan are incredible. They really bring their characters to life. This makes us care about what happens to them. The intense storylines and high stakes also keep me on the edge of my seat. I find myself thinking about the plot twists long after an episode ends. This is what makes a show truly memorable. It shows that MobLand has found a winning formula that resonates with viewers.
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MobLand has quickly become a big win for Paramount+. It demonstrates the platform's ability to create original series that capture a wide audience. The show's success helps to grow the streamer's reputation. It shows that Paramount+ is a place for high-quality, engaging content. I think this also helps to attract new subscribers who are looking for shows like this.
The fact that Tom Hardy and the producers are already talking about international plans is exciting. It means they have a long-term vision for MobLand. This is not just a one-off series. It has the potential to grow into a major franchise. Expanding the story globally could bring in even more viewers. It could also open up new storylines and character arcs. I am eager to see how they would handle such a broad scope. It sounds like a fantastic direction for the show to take.
Ultimately, MobLand is a show that grabbed attention from the very beginning. Its strong debut numbers and consistent viewership prove it. The positive comments from the cast and crew about a second season are very encouraging. I am certain that fans will be thrilled to see the Harrigan family and Harry Da Souza continue their adventures. I believe this series has a bright future ahead of it. It’s definitely one to keep an eye on.