Sean Bean is back in gritty gangster form, and audiences can't get enough. His latest series, This City Is Ours: A Crime Family Saga, has quietly become one of the most popular shows on AMC+, holding a steady top-five position on the platform's U.S. chart for an entire week. According to FlixPatrol data, the show ranked No. 2 on April 28, held No. 3 for four consecutive days from April 29 through May 2, slipped to No. 5 on May 3, then climbed back to No. 4 on May 4. That kind of consistency is rare in a crowded field of crime, horror, and prestige dramas all vying for the same adult audience.
Set in Liverpool, the series follows crime boss Ronnie Phelan (Bean) as he begins to step back from his empire, triggering a violent succession crisis. His son Jamie Phelan (Jack McMullen) and trusted lieutenant Michael Kavanagh (James Nelson-Joyce) battle for control of the city's cocaine trade. The real tension comes from Michael's romance with Diana Williams (Hannah Onslow), which forces him to confront whether a man built by crime can ever choose a future outside it. The cast also includes Julie Graham, adding depth to this sprawling family saga.
The show's critical reception has been stellar, with a 93% critics' score and 92% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. That buzz has helped it stand out on AMC+, where it launched in the U.S. on March 5, 2026, with weekly episodes. The series originally premiered on BBC One on March 23, 2025, running eight episodes through May 11, 2025. It was renewed for Season 2 in May 2025, with filming beginning in October 2025. No decision has been made yet about a third season.
For fans of gritty crime dramas, This City Is Ours offers a fresh take on the genre, blending family loyalty with brutal ambition. If you're looking for similar intensity, check out Tom Hardy's 'Taboo', another gritty crime drama that pushes boundaries. The show's success also echoes the streaming power of British detective dramas, as seen with 'Death in Paradise' Season 15 hitting Prime Video charts.
Beyond the U.S., This City Is Ours is also trending on Streamz in Belgium, signaling growing global momentum. With its strong ratings, gripping storytelling, and a cast led by the ever-compelling Sean Bean, this crime family saga is proving to be a sleeper hit that's here to stay. Stay tuned for more updates as the series continues its rise.
