MobLand Season 2 Renewed: The Harrigan Family’s Uncertain Future
Paramount+ has confirmed the renewal of the crime drama series MobLand for a second season. Created by Ronan Bennett, the show explores the turbulent dynamics within the Harrigan crime family, featuring a standout cast including Pierce Brosnan as Conrad Harrigan, Helen Mirren as Maeve Harrigan, and Tom Hardy as Harry Da Souza, the family’s indispensable fixer.
Recap of Season 1
In Season 1, the Harrigans grappled with escalating tensions with the rival Stevenson crime family. The climax saw Harry Da Souza working to prevent a full gang war, although violence ultimately erupted. The season concluded on a cliffhanger, leaving Harry wounded and the Harrigan family’s future uncertain.
According to producer Jez Butterworth, Harry’s injury was not fatal, but it reveals the lengths to which personal relationships have disintegrated under pressure. The new leader, Kevin (Paddy Considine), emerges from his father’s shadow, setting the stage for potential changes in leadership dynamics and power struggles within the organization.
Potential Story Arcs in Season 2
1. Family Drama and Power Dynamics
As Kevin takes the helm, he faces various challenges, including reconciling past mistakes and navigating familial loyalty. The implications of his leadership style could either stabilize or fracture the Harrigan empire. Eddy Harriagan (Anson Boon), revealed to be Conrad’s illegitimate son and groomed for leadership by Maeve, presents a considerable threat to Kevin’s authority. With a violent past that includes inciting conflict, Eddie’s ambition poses a looming danger for the family’s stability.
2. Political Ambitions
Bella Harrigan (Lara Pulver), Kevin’s wife, has ambitions of her own, potentially seeking to extend the family’s influence into political realms. Her connections may offer the Harrigans new pathways for power, suggesting an evolution from mere criminal pursuits to establishing a more systematic grip over London’s power dynamics.
3. Internal Betrayals
Maeve, now embroiled in complex motivations, might pivot against her husband, Conrad. Her grooming of Eddie indicates darker intentions as she seeks to reclaim power for herself. If she perceives Eddie as a legitimate heir, the potential fallout could lead to betrayals that redefine alliances within the Harrigan family.
4. A New Rising Star?
Seraphina, Conrad’s daughter, is poised for greater significance in Season 2. Her ambition suggests she could become a key player, particularly in the power vacuum left by the current leaders. With both Conrad and Maeve incapacitated, her aspirations could turn her into a sought-after ally—potentially reshaping the Harrigan family’s operations.
5. Conrad’s Emergence
Conrad Harrigan, despite being imprisoned, retains an impressive reputation among his peers. His final scenes show him still respected, raising questions about his future role. Will he capitalize on family chaos to reclaim control, or will he allow his descendants to forge their own paths?
Conclusion
As MobLand prepares for its second season, the intricate web of family ties, betrayals, and power grabs sets the stage for heightened drama. The questions that arise from Season 1 only deepen: How will Kevin manage the legacy of his parents? Can Harry extricate himself from the criminal underworld for good? Will Maeve’s ambitions culminate in sinister outcomes for the Harrigans? The narrative threads woven through these character arcs promise an exciting and unpredictable Season 2.
Available to stream on Paramount+, MobLand offers viewers a gripping exploration of family loyalty and criminal enterprise. The upcoming season will likely build upon the established tensions, offering fans a compelling return to the Harrigan legacy.
