Tom Hardy Confirms Taboo Season 2 Is Coming—And He’s Writing It!

Fans of Tom Hardy’s dark and atmospheric period thriller Taboo have long been clamoring for its return. The series, which debuted in 2017, was lauded for its gripping narrative and Hardy’s commanding performance as James Keziah Delaney, a mysterious adventurer who finds himself entangled in a web of political corruption and violent gang conflicts in 19th-century London. Now, after years of speculation and false starts, Hardy has confirmed that Taboo Season 2 is officially in the works.

Speaking with LadBible about his new Paramount+ series MobLand, Hardy revealed that the highly anticipated follow-up to Taboo is finally coming to fruition. “We’re writing that at the moment,” Hardy shared, leaving fans hopeful that the wait for more of Delaney’s chaotic journey will soon be over. While he didn’t confirm whether longtime collaborator Steven Knight would be involved again, it’s widely expected that Knight, who co-created the series with Hardy and his father, Chips Hardy, will return to helm the second season.

A Steady Demand for More Taboo
Since its debut, Taboo has garnered a loyal fanbase, particularly thanks to its intense performances and its atmospheric portrayal of a turbulent era in British history. Hardy’s portrayal of James Delaney, who returns to London from Africa in 1814 to claim his father’s shipping empire, was both menacing and magnetic. The character’s dark and vengeful path through conspiracy and betrayal captivated audiences, and despite the lengthy hiatus, there has always been an undercurrent of demand for more from the show.

Critics and fans alike gave the first season solid praise, with the show achieving a 76% score on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and a 91% audience score. Taboo even earned Emmy nominations and accolades at the Satellite Awards. The series has seen renewed success with its recent launch on Freevee, where it found new audiences eager for more of Delaney’s dark world. These factors, along with Hardy’s confirmation, suggest that the time is finally right for Taboo to make its return.

What to Expect from Taboo Season 2
Taboo follows the return of James Delaney, presumed dead, to a corrupt and dangerous London, where he must contend with political intrigue, gang violence, and a thirst for vengeance against those who wronged him and his father. Delaney’s ultimate goal is to build a shipping empire to rival the East India Company, but his path is marked by betrayal, bloodshed, and a growing number of enemies determined to see him fail. With Season 1’s complex storytelling and tense character dynamics, fans are eagerly awaiting how the series will unfold in its second chapter.

Though details about the upcoming season remain scarce, the confirmation that it’s officially in the works is enough to get fans buzzing with anticipation.

Hardy’s Continued Commitment to the Small Screen
While fans eagerly await Taboo Season 2, Hardy is not slowing down in his commitment to television. His new Paramount+ series, MobLand, has already debuted its first season and has been confirmed for a return. Starring Hardy alongside Pierce Brosnan, Helen Mirren, and Paddy Considine, MobLand follows Hardy as a street-smart “fixer” caught between two warring crime families. The series showcases Hardy’s knack for playing morally complex characters, and with Season 1 already airing, it’s clear that Hardy is poised to spend more time on the small screen in the near future.

With Taboo Season 2 now confirmed, fans can finally look forward to the continuation of one of Hardy’s most intriguing projects. While we wait for more updates, one thing is certain: Hardy’s presence on television continues to captivate audiences, offering them a compelling mix of grit, complexity, and unforgettable performances.