Tom Blyth saddles up for Season 2 of MGM+’s Billy the Kid.
Tom Blyth is set to return as the infamous outlaw in the second season of MGM+’s “Billy the Kid.” The series, delves into the life and times of the legendary gunslinger. Season 2 is an action-packed follow-up that plunges Billy into the heart of the Lincoln County War. I chatted with Blyth about Season 2 and how portraying a historical and legendary outlaw feels. Watch the interview below!
In Season 2, Billy the Kid finds himself entangled in the violent and chaotic Lincoln County War. The conflict, fueled by money, greed, and corruption, erupts when John Tunstall, an Englishman, challenges the monopoly held by Murphy’s Store in Lincoln. This commercial rivalry quickly spirals into a deadly feud, where law and order are no match for cowboy gangs and secret societies. Viewers can expect wild chases, intense shootouts, numerous ambushes, and a series of brutal killings. The show captures the lawlessness of the Old West, where no one is safe. As the war escalates, a pivotal assassination sends shockwaves through Lincoln County, leaving Billy’s fate hanging in the balance. The question looms: will Billy the Kid survive the carnage of the Lincoln County War?
Tom Blyth has significantly impacted Hollywood with his portrayal of Billy the Kid. The British actor is known for his roles in last year’s The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes,” portraying a young Coriolanus Snow. He also starred in “The Gilded Age” and “Robin Hood.” Now brings a charismatic and nuanced performance to the legendary outlaw. His ability to capture Billy’s complexities both as a feared gunslinger and a misunderstood figure has garnered critical acclaim and a growing fanbase.
Billy the Kid, born Henry McCarty in 1859, remains one of the most iconic figures of the American West
His legend grew from involvement in the Lincoln County War. It was a notorious range war in New Mexico during the late 1870s. Despite his short life he was killed at just 21. Billy the Kid’s reputation as a folk hero and outlaw endures to this day. His life story has been the subject of numerous books, films, and TV series, each exploring the myths and realities of his tumultuous existence.
MGM+’s “Billy the Kid” offers a fresh and gripping take on this legendary figure. With Tom Blyth leading the charge, Season 2 promises to deliver a thrilling and dramatic portrayal of one of history’s most enigmatic outlaws. Fans of Western dramas and historical tales will want to experience this riveting continuation of Billy’s story when it continues on SUNDAY, JUNE 2, with the premiere of Season Two: Part Two.
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Sean Tajipour
Sean Tajipour is the Founder and Editor of Nerdtropolis and the host of the Moviegoers Society and Reel Insights Podcast. He is also a member of the Critics Choice Association. You can follow on Twitter and Instagram @Seantaj.
