Lionessis sustaining fan interest as Season 2 of theTaylor Sheridanshow has reportedly set a new streaming record at Paramount+. This continues an impressive trend as the first season premiered in June 2023 with akiller recordof its own. Season 2 premiered with two episodes on October 27, returning audiences to the high-stakes espionage world revolving around the titular all-female covert unit. The core cast led byZoe Saldanareturns for the new season along withNicole Kidman,Michael Kelly,LaMonica Garrett,Laysla De Oliveira, andMorgan Freeman, among others.
Per data from Paramount+, as exclusively revealed byThe Wrap,LionessSeason 2 premiere numbers were big enough to make it one of the most successful shows in Paramount+’s history. No less than3 million households tuned in for the premiere episode,which sawLionessroar past other notable titles to snap 4th place on Paramount+’s list of highest season premieres. This reflects a slight but significant 2% jump from Season 1’s numbers, which peaked at 2.9 million viewers for the premiere episode. The numbers were calculated within 7 days between the two-episode premiere and right before episode 3’s release on November 3.
Lioness’ streaming success also spilled over to social media, with increased engagement signifying the show’s growing popularity. About 36 million social media views were recorded, reflecting a 116% increase from Season 1. Additionally, engagements were up by 87%. On thecritical side of things, the numbers are equally laudable, with Season 2 now standing tall with a perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes rating, a significant improvement from Season 1’s 56% rating. It all bodes well for the series’ future and should the momentum be sustained across the new season, then audiences will have even moreLionessentertainment to enjoy with a potential third season.
Everything Taylor Sheridan Touches Turns To Gold
It goes without saying that in Sheridan, we have a modern creative legend who continues to outdo himself after the thumping success ofYellowstone. It’s no mean feat to have one’s creations constantly generate significant interest in the highly saturated world of TV. Sheridan has yet to make a bad show, which makes him a priceless asset to Paramount+, as the streamer’s most successful titles comprise Sheridan’s creations. Along withLioness, the streamer’s top 5 premieres list includes two other shows by the creative genius - theSylvester Stallone-ledTulsa Kingand theYellowstoneprequel,1923.
Sheridan’s talent is as good as they come, a sentiment thatLionessactorMichael Kellyshares as he recently described him as the “god of television.” In his latest interview with Collider, Kelly expressed immense admiration for the filmmaker, saying: “Working with him, you’re just in awe. He’s operating on another level, and I think he’s damn close to as genius as you’re gonna get. I don’t think it’s ever been done before that someone’s had seven, eight, or 10, I don’t know how many shows he has on, and they’re all hits. I don’t think anyone’s ever done it. So, Paramount, you’re welcome. You’ve got the god of television. Way to go.”
LionessSeason 2 airs episodes weekly on Sundays through to December 8.
Special Ops: Lioness is a Paramount+ original series starring Zoe Saldana and Nicole Kidman. The series centers on a marine and a CIA agent who work together with the daughter of a dangerous terrorist group to destroy the organization. Taylor Sheridan (Yellowstone co-creator) and Jill Wagner created the series, which was directed by Paul Cameron and Anthony Byrne.
