The second season premiere of Paramount+’s CIA thriller “Lioness” attracted 12.4 million people worldwide. The series, starring Zoe Saldaña and Nicole Kidman, has experienced significant growth since its return to streaming on October 27.
The show’s viewership increased 14% weekly, with household figures rising from 4.8 million to 5.4 million. This accomplishment extends creator Taylor Sheridan’s winning streak, as his previous series, “Yellowstone,” just got 21 million viewers for its latest season debut.
“Lioness” features CIA operative Joe McNamara (Saldaña), who oversees a program targeting terrorist organizations using strategic female infiltrations. The second season intensifies the stakes, delving into the complexities of counter-terrorism operations while emphasizing personal and professional demands.
The series is based on a real-life CIA program and stars Laysla De Oliveira, Michael Kelly, and Morgan Freeman. New episodes continue to air regularly, with the season finale set for December 8.
Sheridan’s television empire continues to grow, with hit shows such as “Tulsa King,” “Mayor of Kingstown,” and “Lawman: Bass Reeves” already making headlines. His recent series “Landman” became Paramount+’s most-watched series launch in two years, with 5.2 million people.
Viewership statistics were gathered using Paramount+ streaming information and linear preview ratings from VideoAmp, which tracked live and seven-day viewership on eight cable networks during the week of November 10.
As “Lioness” grows in popularity, it cements Sheridan’s reputation for making exciting, high-stakes television dramas that appeal to people worldwide.
