After years of silence and speculation, Taboo Season 2 is finally set to return in 2025, bringing back the enigmatic and fearsome James Keziah Delaney, portrayed by Tom Hardy. The first season ended with Delaney and his small band of followers setting sail to the west, hinting at a deeper conspiracy involving the East India Company, the American spy network known as “Colonnade,” and his mysterious heritage linked to Nootka Sound.
Season 2 picks up with James Delaney arriving on the American coast, navigating treacherous alliances, and stepping further into the shadowy world of espionage, mysticism, and political intrigue. Haunted by visions, secrets of his past, and the blood on his hands, Delaney’s journey becomes even more dangerous as he uncovers hidden truths about his mother, his lineage, and the powerful supernatural forces that follow him.
In America, Delaney confronts new enemies — rival factions who want the Nootka land, rogue agents from the East India Company, and a brutal new adversary who sees Delaney as a threat to his own rising empire. Meanwhile, his allies struggle to hold power in London, where betrayals, uprisings, and scandal threaten to collapse the fragile order they left behind.
The season delves deeper into Delaney’s psychological torment and the price of his pursuit of vengeance and truth. We see him forced to confront the consequences of his actions and question whether his path leads to freedom or destruction. The themes of identity, legacy, and rebellion remain central, with darker turns and more violent confrontations than before.
With stunning cinematography, haunting atmosphere, and a gripping narrative, Taboo Season 2 promises to elevate the stakes, exploring new territories both physical and spiritual. Tom Hardy’s performance once again anchors the series, delivering raw intensity and enigmatic charm. As war brews across continents and the lines between good and evil blur, Delaney’s return is not just a continuation — it’s a reckoning. Season 2 marks the next chapter in a saga of darkness, power, and the enduring fight for control.
