Tom Hardy’s ‘Taboo’ Surges in Popularity Thanks to Free Streaming!

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A critically overlooked yet award-nominated series starring Mad Max: Fury Road actor Tom Hardy, known as Taboo, has been experiencing success through free streaming. With just one season completed so far, this period psychological thriller places Hardy in the role of James Keziah Delaney, a complex and intensely driven character who returns to 1812 London to revitalize his father’s shipping empire after his death.

First released in 2017, the drama series Taboo was brought to life by Steven Knight, Tom Hardy, and his father Chips Hardy from the creators of Peaky Blinders. Starring a talented ensemble including Leo Bill, Jessie Buckley, Oona Chaplin, Stephen Graham, Jefferson Hall, and David Hayman alongside Hardy, this captivating show truly embodies its name as it immerses viewers in the grim realities of 19th-century London, revealing the deep-seated political and business corruption, violent gangs, and widespread suffering that characterized the city during that era.

Currently, “Taboo” ranks among the top 10 shows on Freevee, climbing as high as number 4! For a quick overview of the series, you can find the official synopsis provided below.

In the year 1814, James Keziah Delaney, who had been presumed deceased, comes back to London from Africa to claim his father’s shipping business. But upon arrival, he discovers that things are not as they seem. Many adversaries surface in an attempt to make life tough for him in England. Besides aspiring to develop a maritime empire equal to the powerful East India Company, Delaney seeks vengeance for his father’s murder. This pursuit is likely to involve intrigue, deception, and violence. Simultaneously, he must navigate treacherous paths to avoid facing a death sentence himself.

Will We Ever See ‘Taboo’ Season 2?

Despite not being widely recognized by audiences, the show “Taboo” received recognition from awarding bodies, including nominations at the Primetime Emmy Awards and Satellite Award. The series garnered a high approval rating of 91% from viewers on Popcornmeter and 76% from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics’ consensus states that after a slow beginning, “Taboo” becomes engrossing as a complex, dark, and frequently violent period drama, with Tom Hardy’s captivating performance being the most notable aspect.

Although no specific release date has been set, producer Dean Baker confirmed in 2023 that the second season of “Taboo” is under development. As reported by Radio Times, Baker shared that they are actively creating Season 2 and aim to delve deeper into Dickensian themes, such as “Great Expectations,” with Steve, Ridley, and Tom. Both Tom Hardy and Steven Knight have expressed enthusiasm for the continuation of the series, with Knight stating in 2022 that they both want to proceed and there’s interest from many parties to do so. The challenge lies in finding suitable schedules and deciding where the story should progress next.

Currently, Tom Hardy is set to deliver thrilling action on Netflix in the upcoming film “Havoc,” and he’s also teaming up with James Bond actor Pierce Brosnan for the Paramount+ series, titled “MobLand.” On a separate note, writer Steven Knight has achieved success with his new period drama series, entitled “A Thousand Blows.

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2025-03-13 18:04