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Hans India
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Storms of legacy and loyalty
As the summer television season heats up, Netflix is diving into deeper, stormier waters with its latest original drama, The Waterfront. Slated for a June 19, 2025 premiere, the character-driven series unfolds along the windswept coastline of North Carolina, painting a haunting portrait of a powerful family grappling with secrets, betrayal, and the crumbling foundation of a once-unshakable empire. Inspired by true events, The Waterfront promises a moody blend of Southern gothic storytelling and contemporary family drama, setting the stage for one of the year's most talked-about releases. At the heart of the series lies the Buckley family — a longstanding dynasty that has ruled the fishing industry and culinary scene of Havenport for generations. But as the opening waves crash, it's clear that all is not well beneath the surface. Holt McCallany stars as Harlan Buckley, the ailing patriarch whose reemergence from the shadows throws his fractured family into further disarray. Opposite him, Maria Bello commands attention as Belle Buckley, a steely matriarch whose control over her family is slipping with every tide. Their son, Cane (Jake Weary), is left to shoulder the weight of the family business amidst crumbling finances and mounting pressure. Meanwhile, daughter Bree (Melissa Benoist), a recovering addict desperate to reclaim custody of her child, finds herself caught in a dangerous affair that threatens to expose deeply buried family secrets. As tensions rise and loyalties are tested, the Buckleys must navigate both the literal and figurative storms gathering over Havenport. With a supporting cast that includes Topher Grace, Rafael L. Silva, Danielle Campbell, Humberly González, and Michael Gaston, the series weaves a dense tapestry of perspectives and past wounds. Zach Roerig and Dave Annable also join the ensemble, each portraying figures whose involvement with the Buckleys adds new layers of intrigue and moral ambiguity. Spearheading the series is none other than Kevin Williamson — best known for creating Scream and Dawson's Creek — who brings his knack for emotionally driven suspense and sharp dialogue to The Waterfront. Williamson teams up with a writers' room that includes Lloyd Gilyard Jr., Brenna Kouf, Michael Narducci, Hannah Schneider, and Katelyn Crabb, ensuring the show maintains a tight grip on its thematic core of legacy, addiction, and redemption. Adding a cinematic flourish to the series are directors Erica Dunton, Liz Friedlander, and Marcos Siega, who visually anchor the drama in the misty, melancholic beauty of the Carolina coast. Their direction evokes both the romanticism and volatility of the setting, emphasizing the isolation and storminess that mirror the Buckleys' internal turmoil. Behind the scenes, The Waterfront is brought to life by Outerbanks Entertainment's Ben Fast, alongside producers Narducci and Siega. The team's shared vision blends atmospheric visuals with grounded, emotional storytelling, promising a show that doesn't just revel in drama but resonates with viewers on a visceral level. With its emotionally charged performances, multi-generational conflicts, and slow-burning suspense, The Waterfront is shaping up to be more than just another family drama — it's a cautionary tale about the price of power and the fragility of the human bond. As Netflix sets sail with this high-stakes saga, all signs point to The Waterfront becoming a defining binge-watch of summer 2025.
Tom's Guide
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Netflix's latest crime drama series just got a first trailer — and it could be the ‘Ozark' replacement we've been waiting for
Stop me if you've heard this one before: A dysfunctional family carries out a dangerous criminal enterprise in a remote, but very picturesque, community. No, I'm not talking about 'Ozark'; I'm referring to 'The Waterfront,' Netflix's latest original crime drama series. There's clearly some shared DNA between the two Netflix projects, but seeing as the former concluded back in 2022, I'm fully onboard for 'The Waterfront' picking up the crime drama torch. 'The Waterfront' is due to splash down on Netflix on June 19, and the streaming service just dropped the first trailer. This snapshot of the upcoming eight-episode series has certainly caught my attention, and its blend of criminal activity, with just a splash of dark humor, looks compelling. Netflix notes the series, which is set in a fictional coastal North Carolina town, is 'inspired by true events,' and stars Holt McCallany, Maria Bello, Jake Weary and Melissa Benoist as members of the Buckley family. As the de facto rulers of Havenport, the Buckleys control just about everything in the community and aren't shy about exercising their power, either. Of course, a drama series about a well-connected criminal family running their empire without any hitches wouldn't exactly make for great television, so you probably won't be shocked to hear the show kicks off just as their grip on Havenport threatens to loosen. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Based on the trailer, the Buckleys themselves look like a powder keg that is just a small spark away from fully exploding (and expect the collateral damage to be significant). If all of the above has intrigued you, here are all the details. 'The Waterfront' is the latest series from Kevin Williamson (creator of 'Dawson's Creek' and the 'Scream' franchise), but don't expect cheesy teen melodrama in this coastal town. The show's official logline reads: 'For decades, the Buckley family has ruled Havenport, North Carolina, dominating everything from the local fishing industry to the town's restaurant scene. But their fishing empire has started to crumble as patriarch Harlan Buckley (McCallany) recovers from two heart attacks, and his wife Belle (Bello) and son Cane (Weary) venture into the deep end to keep the family businesses afloat." As the Buckleys wade into dangerous waters, daughter Bree (Benoist) — a woman in addiction recovery, who's lost custody of her son — finds herself entangled in a complicated relationship that could threaten the family's future forever. In an attempt to right the Buckley ship, Harlan steps back in to take command of the family empire before it crumbles.' Talking about the series to Netflix's Tudum, Williamson describes it as a show about finding 'lesser evil' and explains that it's 'about a bunch of people who make mistakes. They do some bad things and then they get in deeper and deeper and deeper,' And yes, again, the 'Ozark' comparisons are pretty clear. Also among the supporting cast are Rafael L. Silva, Humberly González, Danielle Campbell and Brady Hepner. Plus, Topher Grace is involved in a guest star role. Behind the camera, Marcos Siega serves as director for the first two episodes, and Ben Fast is on executive producer duties. Based on our first look, 'The Waterfront' is shaping up to be a Netflix crime drama that ranks as one of the must-watch TV shows of the summer. And if it ends up being even half as absorbing as 'Ozark,' then it's going to be a Netflix series you don't want to miss when it debuts next month, on June 19. In the meantime, if you want something on the big-red streaming service you can enjoy right now, here's a guide to everything new on Netflix in May 2025.
