Lioness (American TV series)
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Lioness, also marketed as Special Ops: Lioness, is an American spy thriller television series created by Taylor Sheridan that premiered on July 23, 2023, on Paramount+. The second season premiered on October 27, 2024. The series was renewed for a third season in August 2025.
Infobox
Also known as
Special Ops: Lioness
Genre
mw- Action drama Spy thriller
Created by
Taylor Sheridan
Showrunner
Taylor Sheridan
Written by
Taylor Sheridan Thomas Brady
Starring
Zoe Saldaña Laysla De Oliveira Dave Annable Jill Wagner LaMonica Garrett James Jordan Austin Hébert Jonah Wharton Stephanie Nur Hannah Love Lanier Nicole Kidman Morgan Freeman Thad Luckinbill Michael Kelly Genesis Rodriguez
Composer
Andrew Lockington
Country of origin
United States
Original language
English
No. of seasons
2
No. of episodes
16
Executive producers
Taylor Sheridan Jill Wagner David C. Glasser David Hutkin Bob Yari Zoe Saldaña Nicole Kidman Geyer Kosinski
Running time
38–57 minutes
Production companies
Bosque Ranch Productions Cinestar Blossom Films 101 Studios MTV Entertainment Studios Paramount Television Studios
Network
Paramount
Release
July 23, 2023 (2023-07-23) –present
Tables
First released
First released
Season
First released
Episodes
Last released
1
1
Season
1
Episodes
8
Episodes
July 23, 2023 (2023-07-23)
Originally released
September 3, 2023 (2023-09-03)
2
2
Season
2
Episodes
8
Episodes
October 27, 2024 (2024-10-27)
Originally released
December 8, 2024 (2024-12-08)
| Season | Episodes | Originally released | ||
| First released | Last released | |||
| 1 | 8 | July 23, 2023 (2023-07-23) | September 3, 2023 (2023-09-03) | |
| 2 | 8 | October 27, 2024 (2024-10-27) | December 8, 2024 (2024-12-08) | |
· Episodes › Season 1 (2023)
1
1
No.overall
1
No. inseason
1
Title
"Sacrificial Soldiers"
Directed by
John Hillcoat
Written by
Taylor Sheridan
Original release date
July 23, 2023 (2023-07-23)
Joe McNamara, leader of the CIA's Lioness program, oversees a mission in Syria that goes awry, resulting in the death of an undercover operative. Meanwhile, Cruz Manuelos escapes an abusive relationship in Oklahoma by enlisting in the Marines. Years later, Joe recruits Cruz for a covert operation targeting Asmar Ali Amrohi, a suspected terrorist financier. Cruz successfully initiates contact with Amrohi's daughter, Aaliyah, marking the beginning of her deep-cover assignment.
Joe McNamara, leader of the CIA's Lioness program, oversees a mission in Syria that goes awry, resulting in the death of an undercover operative. Meanwhile, Cruz Manuelos escapes an abusive relationship in Oklahoma by enlisting in the Marines. Years later, Joe recruits Cruz for a covert operation targeting Asmar Ali Amrohi, a suspected terrorist financier. Cruz successfully initiates contact with Amrohi's daughter, Aaliyah, marking the beginning of her deep-cover assignment.
No.overall
Joe McNamara, leader of the CIA's Lioness program, oversees a mission in Syria that goes awry, resulting in the death of an undercover operative. Meanwhile, Cruz Manuelos escapes an abusive relationship in Oklahoma by enlisting in the Marines. Years later, Joe recruits Cruz for a covert operation targeting Asmar Ali Amrohi, a suspected terrorist financier. Cruz successfully initiates contact with Amrohi's daughter, Aaliyah, marking the beginning of her deep-cover assignment.
2
2
No.overall
2
No. inseason
2
Title
"The Beating"
Directed by
John Hillcoat
Written by
Taylor Sheridan
Original release date
July 23, 2023 (2023-07-23)
Joe subjects Cruz to intense SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape) training to prepare her for the mission's challenges. Concurrently, Joe navigates family issues, including her daughter Kate's suspension from school and her husband Neal's emotional strain from his medical practice. Despite the rigorous training, Cruz deepens her relationship with Aaliyah, who invites her to spend more time together, a sign of growing trust.
Joe subjects Cruz to intense SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape) training to prepare her for the mission's challenges. Concurrently, Joe navigates family issues, including her daughter Kate's suspension from school and her husband Neal's emotional strain from his medical practice. Despite the rigorous training, Cruz deepens her relationship with Aaliyah, who invites her to spend more time together, a sign of growing trust.
No.overall
Joe subjects Cruz to intense SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape) training to prepare her for the mission's challenges. Concurrently, Joe navigates family issues, including her daughter Kate's suspension from school and her husband Neal's emotional strain from his medical practice. Despite the rigorous training, Cruz deepens her relationship with Aaliyah, who invites her to spend more time together, a sign of growing trust.
3
3
No.overall
3
No. inseason
3
Title
"Bruise Like a Fist"
Directed by
Anthony Byrne
Written by
Story by : Taylor Sheridan and Thomas BradyTeleplay by : Taylor Sheridan
Original release date
July 30, 2023 (2023-07-30)
Cruz attends a party hosted by Aaliyah in Chesapeake, Maryland, following Joe's guidance to gather intelligence. Joe and Kaitlyn Meade discuss the mission's progress and potential risks, considering the possibility that Aaliyah's openness might be a trap. Cruz navigates the social dynamics carefully, aiming to solidify her position within Aaliyah's circle.
Cruz attends a party hosted by Aaliyah in Chesapeake, Maryland, following Joe's guidance to gather intelligence. Joe and Kaitlyn Meade discuss the mission's progress and potential risks, considering the possibility that Aaliyah's openness might be a trap. Cruz navigates the social dynamics carefully, aiming to solidify her position within Aaliyah's circle.
No.overall
Cruz attends a party hosted by Aaliyah in Chesapeake, Maryland, following Joe's guidance to gather intelligence. Joe and Kaitlyn Meade discuss the mission's progress and potential risks, considering the possibility that Aaliyah's openness might be a trap. Cruz navigates the social dynamics carefully, aiming to solidify her position within Aaliyah's circle.
4
4
No.overall
4
No. inseason
4
Title
"The Choice of Failure"
Directed by
Anthony Byrne
Written by
Taylor Sheridan
Original release date
August 6, 2023 (2023-08-06)
Joe learns of Aaliyah's arranged marriage to Ehsan Al Rashdi, a Saudi royal, raising suspicions about the union's true purpose. Cruz faces a dangerous situation when she's drugged and kidnapped at a club, but is rescued by the Lioness team. This incident leads to doubts about her readiness, but Cruz provides critical information about Aaliyah's upcoming wedding in Dubai, reaffirming her value to the mission.
Joe learns of Aaliyah's arranged marriage to Ehsan Al Rashdi, a Saudi royal, raising suspicions about the union's true purpose. Cruz faces a dangerous situation when she's drugged and kidnapped at a club, but is rescued by the Lioness team. This incident leads to doubts about her readiness, but Cruz provides critical information about Aaliyah's upcoming wedding in Dubai, reaffirming her value to the mission.
No.overall
Joe learns of Aaliyah's arranged marriage to Ehsan Al Rashdi, a Saudi royal, raising suspicions about the union's true purpose. Cruz faces a dangerous situation when she's drugged and kidnapped at a club, but is rescued by the Lioness team. This incident leads to doubts about her readiness, but Cruz provides critical information about Aaliyah's upcoming wedding in Dubai, reaffirming her value to the mission.
5
5
No.overall
5
No. inseason
5
Title
"Truth Is the Shrewdest Lie"
Directed by
Paul Cameron
Written by
Taylor Sheridan
Original release date
August 13, 2023 (2023-08-13)
Cruz continues to build rapport with Aaliyah, accompanying her on shopping trips and social events. Joe and the team closely monitor their interactions, analyzing Aaliyah's connections for links to terrorist activities. Tensions rise as Cruz balances maintaining her cover with the moral complexities of her assignment.
Cruz continues to build rapport with Aaliyah, accompanying her on shopping trips and social events. Joe and the team closely monitor their interactions, analyzing Aaliyah's connections for links to terrorist activities. Tensions rise as Cruz balances maintaining her cover with the moral complexities of her assignment.
No.overall
Cruz continues to build rapport with Aaliyah, accompanying her on shopping trips and social events. Joe and the team closely monitor their interactions, analyzing Aaliyah's connections for links to terrorist activities. Tensions rise as Cruz balances maintaining her cover with the moral complexities of her assignment.
6
6
No.overall
6
No. inseason
6
Title
"The Lie Is the Truth"
Directed by
Paul Cameron
Written by
Taylor Sheridan
Original release date
August 20, 2023 (2023-08-20)
Cruz spends a weekend with Aaliyah at a mansion in East Hampton, deepening their bond. Joe faces scrutiny from higher-ups, including Secretary of State Edwin Mullins, for unsanctioned operations. Cruz's growing closeness to Aaliyah, culminating in their passionate kiss before stepping back, causes Cruz to grapple with the implications of her undercover role.
Cruz spends a weekend with Aaliyah at a mansion in East Hampton, deepening their bond. Joe faces scrutiny from higher-ups, including Secretary of State Edwin Mullins, for unsanctioned operations. Cruz's growing closeness to Aaliyah, culminating in their passionate kiss before stepping back, causes Cruz to grapple with the implications of her undercover role.
No.overall
Cruz spends a weekend with Aaliyah at a mansion in East Hampton, deepening their bond. Joe faces scrutiny from higher-ups, including Secretary of State Edwin Mullins, for unsanctioned operations. Cruz's growing closeness to Aaliyah, culminating in their passionate kiss before stepping back, causes Cruz to grapple with the implications of her undercover role.
7
7
No.overall
7
No. inseason
7
Title
"Wish the Fight Away"
Directed by
John Hillcoat
Written by
Taylor Sheridan
Original release date
August 27, 2023 (2023-08-27)
As Aaliyah's wedding approaches, Cruz is invited to join the festivities in Dubai. Joe and the team prepare for the mission's final phase, coordinating logistics for Cruz's extraction after the operation. After a night of sex with Aaliyah, Cruz confronts her feelings, questioning the morality of her assignment and her loyalty to the mission. Joe reminds Cruz that she has already killed many fathers in combat, and that Aaliyah's father has been funding "every conflict in the Middle East since 9-11".
As Aaliyah's wedding approaches, Cruz is invited to join the festivities in Dubai. Joe and the team prepare for the mission's final phase, coordinating logistics for Cruz's extraction after the operation. After a night of sex with Aaliyah, Cruz confronts her feelings, questioning the morality of her assignment and her loyalty to the mission. Joe reminds Cruz that she has already killed many fathers in combat, and that Aaliyah's father has been funding "every conflict in the Middle East since 9-11".
No.overall
As Aaliyah's wedding approaches, Cruz is invited to join the festivities in Dubai. Joe and the team prepare for the mission's final phase, coordinating logistics for Cruz's extraction after the operation. After a night of sex with Aaliyah, Cruz confronts her feelings, questioning the morality of her assignment and her loyalty to the mission. Joe reminds Cruz that she has already killed many fathers in combat, and that Aaliyah's father has been funding "every conflict in the Middle East since 9-11".
8
8
No.overall
8
No. inseason
8
Title
"Gone Is the Illusion of Order"
Directed by
John Hillcoat
Written by
Taylor Sheridan
Original release date
September 3, 2023 (2023-09-03)
Cruz attends Aaliyah's wedding in Mallorca, Spain, intending to neutralize Asmar Ali Amrohi. She faces unexpected challenges, including Ehsan discovering her true identity and confronting her just as she is finally alone with the target, Asmar. Cruz kills both men but is emotionally shattered, leading to a confrontation with Joe during extraction. The operation's fallout prompts Joe to reconsider her role in the Lioness program, while Cruz severs ties, condemning the mission's ethical costs.
Cruz attends Aaliyah's wedding in Mallorca, Spain, intending to neutralize Asmar Ali Amrohi. She faces unexpected challenges, including Ehsan discovering her true identity and confronting her just as she is finally alone with the target, Asmar. Cruz kills both men but is emotionally shattered, leading to a confrontation with Joe during extraction. The operation's fallout prompts Joe to reconsider her role in the Lioness program, while Cruz severs ties, condemning the mission's ethical costs.
No.overall
Cruz attends Aaliyah's wedding in Mallorca, Spain, intending to neutralize Asmar Ali Amrohi. She faces unexpected challenges, including Ehsan discovering her true identity and confronting her just as she is finally alone with the target, Asmar. Cruz kills both men but is emotionally shattered, leading to a confrontation with Joe during extraction. The operation's fallout prompts Joe to reconsider her role in the Lioness program, while Cruz severs ties, condemning the mission's ethical costs.
| No.overall | No. inseason | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | |
| 1 | 1 | "Sacrificial Soldiers" | John Hillcoat | Taylor Sheridan | July 23, 2023 (2023-07-23) | |
| Joe McNamara, leader of the CIA's Lioness program, oversees a mission in Syria that goes awry, resulting in the death of an undercover operative. Meanwhile, Cruz Manuelos escapes an abusive relationship in Oklahoma by enlisting in the Marines. Years later, Joe recruits Cruz for a covert operation targeting Asmar Ali Amrohi, a suspected terrorist financier. Cruz successfully initiates contact with Amrohi's daughter, Aaliyah, marking the beginning of her deep-cover assignment. | ||||||
| 2 | 2 | "The Beating" | John Hillcoat | Taylor Sheridan | July 23, 2023 (2023-07-23) | |
| Joe subjects Cruz to intense SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape) training to prepare her for the mission's challenges. Concurrently, Joe navigates family issues, including her daughter Kate's suspension from school and her husband Neal's emotional strain from his medical practice. Despite the rigorous training, Cruz deepens her relationship with Aaliyah, who invites her to spend more time together, a sign of growing trust. | ||||||
| 3 | 3 | "Bruise Like a Fist" | Anthony Byrne | Story by : Taylor Sheridan and Thomas BradyTeleplay by : Taylor Sheridan | July 30, 2023 (2023-07-30) | |
| Cruz attends a party hosted by Aaliyah in Chesapeake, Maryland, following Joe's guidance to gather intelligence. Joe and Kaitlyn Meade discuss the mission's progress and potential risks, considering the possibility that Aaliyah's openness might be a trap. Cruz navigates the social dynamics carefully, aiming to solidify her position within Aaliyah's circle. | ||||||
| 4 | 4 | "The Choice of Failure" | Anthony Byrne | Taylor Sheridan | August 6, 2023 (2023-08-06) | |
| Joe learns of Aaliyah's arranged marriage to Ehsan Al Rashdi, a Saudi royal, raising suspicions about the union's true purpose. Cruz faces a dangerous situation when she's drugged and kidnapped at a club, but is rescued by the Lioness team. This incident leads to doubts about her readiness, but Cruz provides critical information about Aaliyah's upcoming wedding in Dubai, reaffirming her value to the mission. | ||||||
| 5 | 5 | "Truth Is the Shrewdest Lie" | Paul Cameron | Taylor Sheridan | August 13, 2023 (2023-08-13) | |
| Cruz continues to build rapport with Aaliyah, accompanying her on shopping trips and social events. Joe and the team closely monitor their interactions, analyzing Aaliyah's connections for links to terrorist activities. Tensions rise as Cruz balances maintaining her cover with the moral complexities of her assignment. | ||||||
| 6 | 6 | "The Lie Is the Truth" | Paul Cameron | Taylor Sheridan | August 20, 2023 (2023-08-20) | |
| Cruz spends a weekend with Aaliyah at a mansion in East Hampton, deepening their bond. Joe faces scrutiny from higher-ups, including Secretary of State Edwin Mullins, for unsanctioned operations. Cruz's growing closeness to Aaliyah, culminating in their passionate kiss before stepping back, causes Cruz to grapple with the implications of her undercover role. | ||||||
| 7 | 7 | "Wish the Fight Away" | John Hillcoat | Taylor Sheridan | August 27, 2023 (2023-08-27) | |
| As Aaliyah's wedding approaches, Cruz is invited to join the festivities in Dubai. Joe and the team prepare for the mission's final phase, coordinating logistics for Cruz's extraction after the operation. After a night of sex with Aaliyah, Cruz confronts her feelings, questioning the morality of her assignment and her loyalty to the mission. Joe reminds Cruz that she has already killed many fathers in combat, and that Aaliyah's father has been funding "every conflict in the Middle East since 9-11". | ||||||
| 8 | 8 | "Gone Is the Illusion of Order" | John Hillcoat | Taylor Sheridan | September 3, 2023 (2023-09-03) | |
| Cruz attends Aaliyah's wedding in Mallorca, Spain, intending to neutralize Asmar Ali Amrohi. She faces unexpected challenges, including Ehsan discovering her true identity and confronting her just as she is finally alone with the target, Asmar. Cruz kills both men but is emotionally shattered, leading to a confrontation with Joe during extraction. The operation's fallout prompts Joe to reconsider her role in the Lioness program, while Cruz severs ties, condemning the mission's ethical costs. | ||||||
· Episodes › Season 2 (2024)
9
9
No.overall
9
No. inseason
1
Title
"Beware the Old Soldier"
Directed by
Taylor Sheridan
Written by
Taylor Sheridan
Original release date
October 27, 2024 (2024-10-27)
When masked assailants abduct U.S. Congresswoman Hernandez, Joe and her team are called back into action. Despite a successful covert extraction mission, the intense opposition indicates something larger may be behind the invasion.
When masked assailants abduct U.S. Congresswoman Hernandez, Joe and her team are called back into action. Despite a successful covert extraction mission, the intense opposition indicates something larger may be behind the invasion.
No.overall
When masked assailants abduct U.S. Congresswoman Hernandez, Joe and her team are called back into action. Despite a successful covert extraction mission, the intense opposition indicates something larger may be behind the invasion.
10
10
No.overall
10
No. inseason
2
Title
"I Love My Country"
Directed by
Taylor Sheridan
Written by
Taylor Sheridan
Original release date
October 27, 2024 (2024-10-27)
Following the abduction of Congresswoman Hernandez, the CIA identifies the Los Tigres cartel, led by Alvaro Carillo, as the perpetrators. To infiltrate this cartel, they consider recruiting Captain Josephina Carillo, Alvaro's niece, and a U.S. Army helicopter pilot. Joe travels to Iraq to approach Josephina. Upon arrival, the team faces hostility. Despite initial resistance, Josephina is persuaded to join the operation. Back at home, Joe shares with her daughter, Kate, her motivations for protecting the country she loves.
Following the abduction of Congresswoman Hernandez, the CIA identifies the Los Tigres cartel, led by Alvaro Carillo, as the perpetrators. To infiltrate this cartel, they consider recruiting Captain Josephina Carillo, Alvaro's niece, and a U.S. Army helicopter pilot. Joe travels to Iraq to approach Josephina. Upon arrival, the team faces hostility. Despite initial resistance, Josephina is persuaded to join the operation. Back at home, Joe shares with her daughter, Kate, her motivations for protecting the country she loves.
No.overall
Following the abduction of Congresswoman Hernandez, the CIA identifies the Los Tigres cartel, led by Alvaro Carillo, as the perpetrators. To infiltrate this cartel, they consider recruiting Captain Josephina Carillo, Alvaro's niece, and a U.S. Army helicopter pilot. Joe travels to Iraq to approach Josephina. Upon arrival, the team faces hostility. Despite initial resistance, Josephina is persuaded to join the operation. Back at home, Joe shares with her daughter, Kate, her motivations for protecting the country she loves.
11
11
No.overall
11
No. inseason
3
Title
"Along Came a Spider"
Directed by
Michael Friedman
Written by
Taylor Sheridan
Original release date
November 3, 2024 (2024-11-03)
12
12
No.overall
12
No. inseason
4
Title
"Five Hundred Children"
Directed by
Michael Friedman
Written by
Taylor Sheridan
Original release date
November 10, 2024 (2024-11-10)
13
13
No.overall
13
No. inseason
5
Title
"Shatter the Moon"
Directed by
Stephen Kay
Written by
Taylor Sheridan
Original release date
November 17, 2024 (2024-11-17)
14
14
No.overall
14
No. inseason
6
Title
"2381"
Directed by
Stephen Kay
Written by
Taylor Sheridan
Original release date
November 24, 2024 (2024-11-24)
15
15
No.overall
15
No. inseason
7
Title
"The Devil Has Aces"
Directed by
Stephen Kay
Written by
Taylor Sheridan
Original release date
December 1, 2024 (2024-12-01)
16
16
No.overall
16
No. inseason
8
Title
"The Compass Points Home"
Directed by
Stephen Kay
Written by
Taylor Sheridan
Original release date
December 8, 2024 (2024-12-08)
| No.overall | No. inseason | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | |
| 9 | 1 | "Beware the Old Soldier" | Taylor Sheridan | Taylor Sheridan | October 27, 2024 (2024-10-27) | |
| When masked assailants abduct U.S. Congresswoman Hernandez, Joe and her team are called back into action. Despite a successful covert extraction mission, the intense opposition indicates something larger may be behind the invasion. | ||||||
| 10 | 2 | "I Love My Country" | Taylor Sheridan | Taylor Sheridan | October 27, 2024 (2024-10-27) | |
| Following the abduction of Congresswoman Hernandez, the CIA identifies the Los Tigres cartel, led by Alvaro Carillo, as the perpetrators. To infiltrate this cartel, they consider recruiting Captain Josephina Carillo, Alvaro's niece, and a U.S. Army helicopter pilot. Joe travels to Iraq to approach Josephina. Upon arrival, the team faces hostility. Despite initial resistance, Josephina is persuaded to join the operation. Back at home, Joe shares with her daughter, Kate, her motivations for protecting the country she loves. | ||||||
| 11 | 3 | "Along Came a Spider" | Michael Friedman | Taylor Sheridan | November 3, 2024 (2024-11-03) | |
| 12 | 4 | "Five Hundred Children" | Michael Friedman | Taylor Sheridan | November 10, 2024 (2024-11-10) | |
| 13 | 5 | "Shatter the Moon" | Stephen Kay | Taylor Sheridan | November 17, 2024 (2024-11-17) | |
| 14 | 6 | "2381" | Stephen Kay | Taylor Sheridan | November 24, 2024 (2024-11-24) | |
| 15 | 7 | "The Devil Has Aces" | Stephen Kay | Taylor Sheridan | December 1, 2024 (2024-12-01) | |
| 16 | 8 | "The Compass Points Home" | Stephen Kay | Taylor Sheridan | December 8, 2024 (2024-12-08) | |
mw- Critical response of Lioness · Reception › Critical response
1
1
Season
1
Rotten Tomatoes
56% (36 reviews)
Metacritic
56 (19 reviews)
2
2
Season
2
Rotten Tomatoes
90% (10 reviews)
Metacritic
—
| Season | Rotten Tomatoes | Metacritic |
| 1 | 56% (36 reviews) | 56 (19 reviews) |
| 2 | 90% (10 reviews) | — |
· Reception › Accolades
Asia Contents Awards & Global OTT Awards
Asia Contents Awards & Global OTT Awards
Award
Asia Contents Awards & Global OTT Awards
Date of ceremony
October 8, 2023
Category
Best Creative
Nominee(s)
Special Ops: Lioness
Result
Nominated
Best Writer
Best Writer
Award
Best Writer
Date of ceremony
Taylor Sheridan
Category
Nominated
Best Lead Actress
Best Lead Actress
Award
Best Lead Actress
Date of ceremony
Zoe Saldaña
Category
Nominated
Critics' Choice Super Awards
Critics' Choice Super Awards
Award
Critics' Choice Super Awards
Date of ceremony
April 4, 2024
Category
Best Action Series, Limited Series or Made-for-TV Movie
Nominee(s)
Special Ops: Lioness
Result
Nominated
Best Actress in an Action Series, Limited Series or Made-for-TV Movie
Best Actress in an Action Series, Limited Series or Made-for-TV Movie
Award
Best Actress in an Action Series, Limited Series or Made-for-TV Movie
Date of ceremony
Zoe Saldaña
Category
Won
Black Reel TV Awards
Black Reel TV Awards
Award
Black Reel TV Awards
Date of ceremony
August 13, 2024
Category
Outstanding Lead Performance in a Drama Series
Nominee(s)
Nominated
Outstanding Editing
Outstanding Editing
Award
Outstanding Editing
Date of ceremony
Sushila Love
Category
Nominated
Critics' Choice Television Awards
Critics' Choice Television Awards
Award
Critics' Choice Television Awards
Date of ceremony
February 7, 2025
Category
Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series
Nominee(s)
Nicole Kidman
Result
Nominated
Primetime Emmy Awards
Primetime Emmy Awards
Award
Primetime Emmy Awards
Date of ceremony
September 6, 2025
Category
Outstanding Stunt Coordination for Drama Programming
Nominee(s)
Wade Allen
Result
Nominated
| Award | Date of ceremony | Category | Nominee(s) | Result | Ref. |
| Asia Contents Awards & Global OTT Awards | October 8, 2023 | Best Creative | Special Ops: Lioness | Nominated | |
| Best Writer | Taylor Sheridan | Nominated | |||
| Best Lead Actress | Zoe Saldaña | Nominated | |||
| Critics' Choice Super Awards | April 4, 2024 | Best Action Series, Limited Series or Made-for-TV Movie | Special Ops: Lioness | Nominated | |
| Best Actress in an Action Series, Limited Series or Made-for-TV Movie | Zoe Saldaña | Won | |||
| Black Reel TV Awards | August 13, 2024 | Outstanding Lead Performance in a Drama Series | Nominated | ||
| Outstanding Editing | Sushila Love | Nominated | |||
| Critics' Choice Television Awards | February 7, 2025 | Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series | Nicole Kidman | Nominated | |
| Primetime Emmy Awards | September 6, 2025 | Outstanding Stunt Coordination for Drama Programming | Wade Allen | Nominated |
References
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- Although appearing in only two episodes in Season 1, Freeman is credited as "starring" in the opening credits for the ep
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- Lionesshttps://deadline.com/2023/01/lioness-morgan-freeman-cast-taylor-sheridan-series-paramount-plus-1235220877/
- Lionesshttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/lioness-michael-kelly-guest-star-cast-taylor-sheridan-cia-show-1235310388/
- Varietyhttps://variety.com/2024/tv/news/lioness-season-2-cast-genesis-rodriguez-paramount-plus-1236010579/
- TVLinehttps://tvline.com/recaps/lioness-season-2-premiere-who-played-cody-taylor-sheridan-1235371496/
- "Paramount+ series 'Lioness' films at Cape Henlopen State Park"https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/paramount-series-lioness-films-cape-174746536.html
- The Olive Presshttps://www.theolivepress.es/spain-news/2023/01/11/kidman-and-other-hollywood-stars-in-mallorca-as-filming-starts-for-paramount-series-lioness/
- Colliderhttps://collider.com/lioness-season-2-production-start/
- "#Lioness S2 wrapped!! Loved hanging with my buddy @thad.luckinbill What kinda crazy shit ya think we got into this year!! Find out soon @lioness #Lioness #LionessParamountPlus Premieres Oct 27 only on @ParamountPlus @leisuresociety_"https://www.instagram.com/p/C_Ofy6sSsLH/
- "The Lioness family is back! Season 3 is now in production. #Lioness #LionessPPlus"https://www.instagram.com/p/DP4LIauka6L/
- Varietyhttps://variety.com/2023/tv/tv-reviews/special-ops-lioness-review-taylor-sheridan-paramount-1235672521/
- veteranlife.comhttps://veteranlife.com/military-history/the-uproar-of-team-lioness/
- Deadlinehttps://deadline.com/2023/06/taylor-sheridan-special-ops-lioness-premiere-date-trailer-paramount-plus-1235411879/
- Deadlinehttps://deadline.com/2023/07/nicole-kidman-special-ops-lioness-taylor-sheridan-zoe-saldana-1235435989/
- Varietyhttps://variety.com/2023/tv/news/special-ops-lioness-premiere-canceled-sag-aftra-strike-1235670154/
- Deadlinehttps://deadline.com/2023/07/zoe-saldana-special-ops-lioness-red-carpet-premiere-canceled-sag-aftra-strike-1235437761/
- Lionesshttps://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/lioness/s01
- Lionesshttps://www.metacritic.com/tv/lioness/season-1
- Lionesshttps://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/lioness/s02
- The Daily Telegraphhttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/tv/2023/07/23/special-ops-lioness-review-taylor-sheridans-macho-females/
- Colliderhttps://collider.com/special-ops-lioness-review/
- Colliderhttps://collider.com/special-ops-lioness-season-2/
- Colliderhttps://collider.com/lioness-season-2-review/
- The Hollywood Reporterhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-reviews/special-ops-lioness-review-zoe-saldana-nicole-kidman-taylor-sheridan-1235540945/
- IndieWirehttps://www.indiewire.com/features/craft/taylor-sheridan-special-ops-lioness-cinematography-paramount-plus-1234886491//
- The New York Timeshttps://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/21/arts/television/special-ops-lioness-review-zoe-saldana-taylor-sheridan.html
- The New York Timeshttps://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/11/arts/television/special-ops-lioness.html
- Deadline Hollywoodhttps://deadline.com/2023/08/special-ops-lioness-taylor-sheridan-espionage-thriller-ratings-record-audience-paramount-1235447977/
- Forbeshttps://www.forbes.com/sites/timlammers/2024/05/09/special-ops-lioness-theres-good-news-about-future-of-taylor-sheridan-series/?sh=41a2537f2ba7
- Deadline Hollywoodhttps://deadline.com/2023/12/lawmen-bass-reeves-premiere-ratings-paramount-taylor-sheridan-1235647596/
- Colliderhttps://collider.com/lioness-season-2-premiere-streaming-record-paramount-plus/
- TheWraphttps://www.thewrap.com/lioness-season-2-premiere-ratings-paramount-plus/
- TheWraphttps://www.thewrap.com/lioness-season-2-premiere-ratings-paramount-global/
- TheWraphttps://www.thewrap.com/lioness-season-2-ratings-analysis-taylor-sheridan/
- The Hollywood Reporterhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/streaming-ratings-oct-28-nov-3-2024-1236074970/
- The Hollywood Reporterhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/streaming-ratings-nov-4-10-2024-1236078907/
- The Hollywood Reporterhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/streaming-ratings-nov-11-17-2024-1236085278/
- The Hollywood Reporterhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/streaming-ratings-nov-18-24-2024-1236091101/
- Deadline Hollywoodhttps://deadline.com/2025/01/the-madness-thanksgiving-week-nielsen-streaming-charts-2024-1236245384/
- The Hollywood Reporterhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/streaming-ratings-dec-2-8-2024-1236103377/
- The Hollywood Reporterhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/streaming-ratings-dec-9-15-2024-1236105620/
- The Hollywood Reporterhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/the-traitors-season-3-premiere-ratings-1236111052/
- The Hollywood Reporterhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/streaming-ratings-dec-23-29-2024-1236116599/
- The Hollywood Reporterhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/streaming-ratings-dec-30-2024-jan-5-2025-1236122969/
- Varietyhttps://variety.com/2024/tv/news/the-madness-ratings-1236241854/
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- Varietyhttps://variety.com/2024/film/awards/critics-choice-super-awards-2024-winners-pedro-pascal-1235960482/
- Deadline Hollywoodhttps://deadline.com/2024/06/black-reel-television-awards-2024-nominations-1235972999/
- The Hollywood Reporterhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/critics-choice-association-television-nominations-2025-1236078220/
- "Lioness"https://www.televisionacademy.com/shows/lioness