'Gritty' gangster series starring Tom Hardy is 'addictive' and the 'best series of 2025'

An epic gangster series has been hailed as the "best series of 2025", and fans say it's "addictive".

MobLand is a British crime drama television series created by Ronan Bennett and starring Tom Hardy, Pierce Brosnan, Helen Mirren, and Paddy Considine, among an ensemble cast. Guy Ritchie, Anthony Byrne, Daniel Syrkin, and Lawrence Gough serve as directors, with Bennett writing all ten episodes alongside Jez Butterworth. The series first aired in March 2025, and now a second series has been confirmed, with filming set to begin in February 2026.

The series synopsis reads: "The Harrigans, a London crime family, find themselves in a battle with the Stevensons that could end syndicates and their lives. Harry Da Souza is a street-smart and formidable fixer employed by the Harrigan family to navigate and mitigate the escalating conflict threatening their empire. As tensions between the families intensify, Harry is tasked with protecting the Harrigans' interests and preventing an all-out gang war."

One Google reviewer described the series as "a modern masterpiece in the gangster genre" they added: "This is hands-down the best gangster show to hit TV in years. It's gritty, stylish, and absolutely electric from the very first scene. Think Peaky Blinders-but modern. If you loved the brutal elegance of the Shelby family, you're going to be hooked on this. Guy Ritchie knocks it out of the park yet again. His signature blend of wit, tension, and unpredictable storytelling is in full force. The dialogue crackles, the visuals are stunning, and the characters are unforgettable-flawed, fierce, and fiercely loyal."

Another described it as "an instant classic - gritty, gripping, and utterly addictive". They went on: "Mob-Land is everything you want in a crime drama and more. From the first episode, the series pulls you into a world of power, loyalty, and betrayal with incredible style and intensity. Tom Hardy is again amazing! his performance is raw, and unforgettable. The entire cast is phenomenal, especially Pierce Brosnan and Helen Mirren, who bring a commanding presence and emotional depth to the crime family's heart."

On IMDb a user said MobLand was "the best show of the year" then added: "I hope we get multiple seasons of it. It's a gritty drama with plenty of action and twists to keep you entertained throughout each episode. I really can't recommend this show enough."

MobLand is available to stream on Paramount+ and Amazon Prime.