S02E06 - The Cracks in Power!

Another very good episode this season! Not much action this time around, although Guy Ritchie, as always, makes sure the episode ends with a bang!

After their hasty retreat, the Harrigans have now found themselves in Mallorca, at Serafina’s stepfather’s house, trying to pick up the pieces in their war against Frank. On the plane, Conrad demands an explanation from Serafina, who reveals that she approached Kat to make her believe she was on her side, allowing her to anticipate Kat’s next move. Thanks to this strategy, she learned that an attack on the Harrigan home was imminent and managed to warn them in time. Everyone made it out, that is, except Conrad’s dogs, who are sadly no longer with us after an enraged Frank sent them… to meet their maker!

And so, the family tries to regroup far from the battlefield, with the balance of power shifting and trust becoming one of the most dangerous currencies in their world.

Serafina, Mallorca and an Offer That Isn’t Quite So Innocent

Moving the action to Mallorca gives the episode a different atmosphere. For a while, we leave behind the constant gunfire and executions to watch the Harrigans try to figure out who betrayed them, whom they can still trust, and how they can regain control. But when it comes to this family, even a stay in a luxurious villa can turn into a family council with more knives than there are on the table

Serafina takes the initiative and presents Conrad with a proposal that could radically change the family’s future. Her stepfather, Charlton, has powerful connections and access to business infrastructure that could provide the Harrigans with an international network for transportation and distribution, backed by a level of protection that would be difficult for the law to penetrate. Instead of relying exclusively on violence and their traditional criminal activities, they could build a much larger and better-protected empire.

Conrad, however, has no interest in becoming a respectable businessman hiding behind companies and political connections. His identity is tied to the underworld and to the belief that the Harrigans were born criminals and will die criminals. His refusal is characteristic, but it also reveals the problem: the world around him is changing, his rivals are gaining access to increasingly powerful resources, and he seems to view the family’s survival as a matter of pride.

Maeve, meanwhile, is far from enthusiastic about the new alliance. The presence of Priyanka and Serafina, together with Charlton, serves as a reminder that the family now has an alternative path available to it, one that does not necessarily run through her influence. And the more Conrad appears to sideline her in the family’s own discussions, the clearer it becomes that the woman who has pulled the strings for years may no longer have absolute control.

Harry and Maeve: This Time, the Warning Is Crystal Clear

One of the episode’s strongest scenes is Harry’s confrontation with Maeve over what happened in Ireland and the danger she exposed Gina to. Sending Eddie after the Irishman known as Medusa was not simply another job on behalf of the family. It was a situation that brought Harry’s daughter dangerously close to a world he had been trying to keep her away from.

Harry doesn’t mince his words. He tells Maeve that if she ever tries to hurt his daughter again or use her as a pawn in her plans, he will kill her. This is not an ordinary argument between two people with different opinions. Harry is drawing a line, and he does so in a way that even Maeve cannot misunderstand.

It is interesting to see Harry, a man who has spent years managing other people’s violence, openly turning against those he is supposedly serving. His loyalty to the Harrigans remains, but it is no longer unconditional. When the family’s demands conflict with his daughter’s safety, his priorities are clear. The question is whether he will be able to maintain this stance when Maeve decides to respond.

Eddie, Medusa and a Lie That Convinces No One

Maeve doesn’t need much effort to realise that Eddie isn’t telling her the truth. The young man tries to present his mission against Medusa as a successful operation, inventing a story about how he killed the Irishman and what was supposedly said just before his death.

According to Eddie’s account, Medusa stammered when he learned that Maeve had sent him. The problem is that Maeve didn’t know Medusa personally, nor did she have any particular reason to expect such a reaction. The mission was a test: she wanted to see whether Eddie could finally prove that he possessed the courage and determination required in her world.

But, as we saw in the previous episode, things did not go as she had hoped. Eddie failed to meet her expectations, and now he is trying to cover up that failure with a story that reveals his insecurity far more than any supposed bravery.

Maeve sees through the lie immediately. She knows Eddie is trying to impress her and realises that she cannot rely on him in the way she had hoped. The interesting part, of course, is that she bears considerable responsibility for the situation he now finds himself in. She pushed him into a mission he may not have been ready for, and now she has to face the consequences.

Gina Finally Embraces Her Father

If there is one relationship worth watching closely in Season 2, it is the relationship between Harry and his daughter. After the events in Ireland, Gina has every reason to feel anger, disappointment and fear. Her father isn’t simply a man with a dangerous job. He is a professional in the business of violence, something she has been forced to witness firsthand.

This time, however, Harry doesn’t try to solve the problem with a lie or an easy excuse. He gives her the chance to ask whatever she wants about his life, how he ended up in this world, and why he cannot simply walk away from it all. It is a conversation that should have happened much earlier, but honesty has never exactly been Harry’s strong suit when it comes to his personal life.

The moment when Gina finally embraces him is brief but emotionally significant. It doesn’t mean she has forgotten what happened or suddenly accepted her father as a hitman. It does mean, however, that beneath the anger there is still a need for a relationship that has not been irreparably lost.

For Harry, that embrace may be worth more than any victory in the Harrigans’ war. It reminds him that there is still something in his life he hasn’t completely destroyed. And the deeper he sinks into the family’s criminal reality, the more important this fragile connection becomes.

The Photograph That Exposes the Police

Amid everything else, Harry once again proves that his mind can be just as dangerous as his hands. The photograph he took with the team of detectives turns out to be crucial, revealing that the surveillance operation is not unfolding the way the police believe it is. The Harrigans are not merely the targets of the investigation; they have started monitoring and mapping the movements of those who are supposed to be hunting them.

This realisation undermines the credibility of the police team and leads its superiors to remove it from the case, leaving the investigation in a particularly difficult position. For Harry, it is further proof that he can be two steps ahead of his opponents, even when they believe they have the upper hand.

And this is where Harry differs from many of the people around him. He doesn’t need to pull the trigger to win a battle. Sometimes, all he has to do is let others believe they are in control until they realise they have already fallen into his trap. Clever boy!

The removal of the police team does not, of course, mean the Harrigans are free from danger. On the contrary, weakening this particular investigation could create room for new moves from Kat and Frank, while corruption and the troubling relationship some officers have with violence remain a separate chapter in the story.

Frank and the Dark Side of Power

Frank continues to be one of the season’s most unpredictable figures. The attack on the Harrigan home and the execution of Conrad’s dogs are not simply attempts to inflict losses. They are calculated moves designed to humiliate his opponent, strip away his sense of security and show him that nothing he considers his own is safe anymore.

Meanwhile, his relationship with police officer Colin Tattersall reveals a particularly disturbing side of his character. Tattersall does not simply treat violence as a professional tool. He appears to be drawn to it, something Frank recognises and tries to exploit. Their relationship is built on a shared, dark understanding of power, with each man able to offer the other access to what he desires.

The problem for the Harrigans is that Frank doesn’t need to confront them with guns alone. He can use people within the institutions, exploit their weaknesses and turn every move the family makes into an opportunity for another attack.

The Finale with Jan and Donnie

And then we come to Jan, who steals the show in the episode’s finale. Donnie, who is working with Kat and is now in a difficult position, tries to get close to her again. Frank wants to use Harry’s wife as bait to force Harry to show up and confront him. Harry, for his part, has already realised that Jan is in danger and has sent Zosia to protect her.

Jan, however, refuses to accept Harry’s protection. She has reached the point where she has told him that if he continues interfering in her life, she will kill herself. It is a tragic situation: Harry is trying to save her, but she sees every intervention as yet another attempt to control her. At the same time, Donnie is beginning to realise that his cover is falling apart and that he cannot keep playing everyone against one another without consequences.

Jan agrees to meet Donnie, creating the impression that she may want to hear his side of the story or give him one final chance. But Guy Ritchie once again plays with our expectations. Instead of showing up at the agreed meeting place, Jan goes to Donnie’s house and waits for him there.

Donnie enters and leaves a message for Kat, saying that Jan has probably figured out the truth. That is when Harry’s wife emerges with the gun he had given her for protection. She shoots Donnie in the throat, and he falls to the floor as Jan stands there, shocked by what she has just done.

The scene works so well because the murder is not presented as a triumphant moment. Jan is not a professional killer who calmly walks away from the scene. She is a woman who has reached her breaking point and has been forced to cross a line she had previously rejected. The gun Harry gave her for protection becomes the weapon she uses to kill a man she once trusted.

And here lies the irony: Jan wanted to distance herself from Harry’s violent world, but she has now made a choice that could pull her even deeper into it. Donnie was connected to Kat and Frank, so his death is not something that will go unnoticed. Jan may believe she has solved one problem, but in reality, she has just created another.

What Are the Critics Saying?

The overall reception of Season 2 remains positive. On Rotten Tomatoes, the season has a 90% critics’ score, based on 21 reviews, while audience approval stands at 78%, with more than 100 ratings. Critics who appreciate the series continue to recognise Guy Ritchie’s distinctive cinematic style, the strong cast, and the combination of dark humour, family conflict and brutal action.

However, the sixth episode was not universally regarded as one of the season’s strongest. Ready Steady Cut gave it 3.5/5, noting that it is a quieter episode, focused on emotionally charged conversations and character relationships. The review acknowledges that the dialogue remains engaging, but suggests that the series works best when the plot is constantly moving forward.

Personally, I don’t necessarily see the slower pace of “A Different Corner” as a negative. After the bloody confrontation in the previous episode, we need some time to see the consequences of the characters’ choices. Harry’s relationship with Gina, his confrontation with Maeve and Jan’s decision are developments that need room to have an emotional impact.

What interests me most is that the series does not rely exclusively on twists and executions. Beneath the violence lies a story about people trying to control everyone around them, only to discover that they cannot even control their own lives. And that, especially in Harry’s case, may be the most interesting aspect of Season 2.

What to Expect in S02E07 — Ace of Spades

The seventh episode is titled “Ace of Spades” and is scheduled to premiere on October 30, 2026. The official synopsis remains fairly general, hinting at the clash between the two criminal families and the consequences of a war that threatens to destroy their empires.

The biggest question, of course, concerns Jan. Donnie has now been exposed, and Kat will have to realise that something has gone wrong. Will Jan try to hide the body and cover her tracks, or will she be forced to ask for help? I would really like to see Zosia return to the forefront here. Harry’s assistant knows exactly how this world works and, if Harry finds out what happened, she could be the person who takes charge of cleaning up the scene and protecting Jan. This, of course, is my own prediction, not a confirmed development.

Equally interesting is how Harry will react when he learns that his wife killed Donnie. On the one hand, he will have every reason to try to protect her. On the other, Jan has made it clear that she doesn’t want him in her life. Will he be able to help her without making her feel that she is once again under his control? And could Donnie’s murder be precisely what forces Jan to realise just how close she has now come to the world she wanted to leave behind?

In Mallorca, Conrad’s refusal to accept Charlton’s proposal leaves the family without an easy way out. Serafina insists that she is trying to secure the Harrigans’ future, but her previous contact with Kat continues to raise doubts. Personally, I’m not yet ready to accept that her explanation tells the whole story. She may genuinely have tried to protect the family, but she could also be withholding crucial information that will prove decisive later on.

Meanwhile, Maeve remains a force to be reckoned with within the family, despite the upheaval caused by recent developments. During the discussion around the table, Conrad appears to take her side, confirming that their alliance remains strong, even if they do not always agree on how the Harrigans should proceed. Maeve’s real problem lies elsewhere: Eddie has failed to prove himself to be the man she hoped he would become, while Harry has made it absolutely clear that he will not tolerate any further moves against his daughter. As the war against Frank escalates, it remains to be seen whether Maeve can maintain her influence and turn her alliance with Conrad into an advantage for the family.

Finally, Frank and Tattersall remain a dangerous alliance. If Donnie’s death is confirmed and reaches their ears, it could prompt another attempt to use Jan as leverage against Harry. With the Harrigans scattered, the police investigation weakened but not eliminated, and personal relationships falling apart, the stage is set for another escalation.

“A Different Corner” may not have the relentless pace of the previous episode, but it delivers something equally important: it moves the pieces across the chessboard and shows us that the Harrigans’ war is no longer just about who will survive. It is about who can hold on to power, who will betray whom first, and how far each person is willing to go to protect what they love.

Gina’s embrace, Harry’s threat to Maeve and Jan’s murder of Donnie are three very different moments connected by one common theme: the consequences of violence on personal relationships. Harry is trying to save his family, but every time he does, he risks destroying something else in his life.

And now that Jan has crossed her own line without Harry by her side, I’m even more interested in the next episode. Because the question is not just who will win the Harrigans’ war against Frank. It is whether there will be anything left worth saving when it is over.