MobLand Strikes Gold: Tom Hardy's Crime Drama Gets Second Season

Olivia Bennett, 6/24/2025Paramount+ celebrates the success of "MobLand," starring Tom Hardy and Pierce Brosnan, as it secures a second season after garnering 26 million views. The crime drama, praised for its stellar cast and unique storytelling, is a cultural phenomenon in both the US and UK.

The series has absolutely exploded since its debut. Picture this: 26 million views in just over two months, making it Paramount+'s second most successful launch ever (only "Landman" did better, but who's counting?). It's been dominating Nielsen's Top 10 Streaming Originals for five straight weeks — no small feat in 2025's oversaturated streaming landscape.

Let's talk about that cast, shall we? Tom Hardy, Pierce Brosnan, and Dame Helen Mirren — a triumvirate of talent that could probably read the phone book and still snag an Emmy nomination. But "MobLand" gives them so much more to work with: a deliciously twisted tale of warring mob families that's equal parts Shakespeare and Scorsese.

The show's particularly struck a chord in the UK (shocking, right?). Between Guy Ritchie's unmistakable directorial fingerprints and that distinctly British sensibility, it's practically colonized the #1 spot across the pond. Though honestly, with that ensemble cast — including the brilliant Paddy Considine, Joanne Froggatt, and Lara Pulver — success seemed almost inevitable.

Chris McCarthy, Paramount's Co-CEO and President of Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios, couldn't contain his enthusiasm. And really, who could blame him? The show's become their crown jewel faster than you can say "fuggedaboutit."

Here's a delightful tidbit — the path to getting "MobLand" made reads like something straight out of a Hollywood comedy. David C. Glasser, CEO of 101 Studios, apparently spent weeks "traversing the UK countryside" trying to track down Guy Ritchie. (One imagines him trudging through the rain, clutching a script, while Ritchie watched from behind his curtains...)

The show's actually evolved quite a bit from its original concept. What started as potentially Britain's answer to "Ray Donovan" morphed into something entirely unique — proof that sometimes the best stories write themselves. Though having Jez Butterworth on board certainly didn't hurt. Fresh off his success with "The Agency," Butterworth initially balked at television work. But Paramount+ and 101 Studios apparently have quite the persuasive pitch deck.

As production ramps up for Season 2 (rumored to start filming this autumn), one thing's crystal clear: "MobLand" isn't just another entry in the crowded crime drama genre — it's becoming the kind of cultural touchstone that defines an era. In an industry where success often feels as fleeting as last season's fashion trends, that's worth celebrating.

And darling, in Hollywood, celebration usually means a green light for Season 3 before Season 2 even wraps. But let's not get ahead of ourselves... yet.

Well, darlings, Hollywood's latest love letter to organized crime has just secured its future, and the numbers are nothing short of spectacular. Paramount+ has officially greenlit a second season of "MobLand" — proving that audiences still can't resist a well-tailored suit with a side of danger.The series has absolutely exploded since its debut. Picture this: 26 million views in just over two months, making it Paramount+'s second most successful launch ever (only "Landman" did better, but who's counting?). It's been dominating Nielsen's Top 10 Streaming Originals for five straight weeks — no small feat in 2025's oversaturated streaming landscape.Let's talk about that cast, shall we? Tom Hardy, Pierce Brosnan, and Dame Helen Mirren — a triumvirate of talent that could probably read the phone book and still snag an Emmy nomination. But "MobLand" gives them so much more to work with: a deliciously twisted tale of warring mob families that's equal parts Shakespeare and Scorsese.The show's particularly struck a chord in the UK (shocking, right?). Between Guy Ritchie's unmistakable directorial fingerprints and that distinctly British sensibility, it's practically colonized the #1 spot across the pond. Though honestly, with that ensemble cast — including the brilliant Paddy Considine, Joanne Froggatt, and Lara Pulver — success seemed almost inevitable.Chris McCarthy, Paramount's Co-CEO and President of Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios, couldn't contain his enthusiasm. And really, who could blame him? The show's become their crown jewel faster than you can say "fuggedaboutit."Here's a delightful tidbit — the path to getting "MobLand" made reads like something straight out of a Hollywood comedy. David C. Glasser, CEO of 101 Studios, apparently spent weeks "traversing the UK countryside" trying to track down Guy Ritchie. (One imagines him trudging through the rain, clutching a script, while Ritchie watched from behind his curtains...)The show's actually evolved quite a bit from its original concept. What started as potentially Britain's answer to "Ray Donovan" morphed into something entirely unique — proof that sometimes the best stories write themselves. Though having Jez Butterworth on board certainly didn't hurt. Fresh off his success with "The Agency," Butterworth initially balked at television work. But Paramount+ and 101 Studios apparently have quite the persuasive pitch deck.As production ramps up for Season 2 (rumored to start filming this autumn), one thing's crystal clear: "MobLand" isn't just another entry in the crowded crime drama genre — it's becoming the kind of cultural touchstone that defines an era. In an industry where success often feels as fleeting as last season's fashion trends, that's worth celebrating.And darling, in Hollywood, celebration usually means a green light for Season 3 before Season 2 even wraps. But let's not get ahead of ourselves... yet.