 The first episode was made available online, more than two weeks before broadcast, with viewers having to complete some tasks to unlock access.The series has received critical acclaim, as well as several industry awards, including winning the 2012 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series, the Golden Globe Award for Best Television Series – Drama, and the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series and Lead Actress in a Drama Series for Damian Lewis and Claire Danes, respectively.Showtime renewed the series for a second season of twelve episodes, which premiered on September 30, 2012.