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Francis Ford Coppola is recovering in a Rome hospital after undergoing what his spokesman called a “long-planned update” to treat atrial fibrillation, a heart-rhythm disorder the 86-year-old director has managed for three decades.

The procedure was performed Tuesday at Policlinico Tor Vergata by cardiologist Andrea Natale; doctors say the filmmaker is “stable and doing fine,” with discharge expected later this week. Winner of five Academy Awards, Coppola had been staying at his family’s Palazzo Margherita hotel in Bernalda when routine tests indicated the need for the tune-up.

He travelled to the appointment by car and later posted a smiling photograph on Instagram, writing “I am well” to reassure supporters alarmed by early media reports suggesting an emergency admission. A representative added that the visit had been on the calendar for months and rejected claims of a cardiac scare, noting that the director’s blood oxygen remained normal throughout.

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Apple TV's perfect Bridgerton replacement is climbing the global streaming charts ahead of its season 2 finale. Based on Julia Quinn's romance novels, each season of Netflix's popular period drama follows a different member of the eponymous noble family as they find love in a historically alternative version of Regency-era London.

Bridgerton's cast includes names like Jonathan Bailey, Nicola Coughlan, Phoebe Dynevor, Regé-Jean Page, and Simone Ashley, many of whom have been catapulted to greater fame courtesy of the series. Since its debut in 2020, Bridgerton has consistently been one of Netflix's most-watched series, with seasons 1 and 3 both ranking among the streamer's top 10 most popular shows of all time worldwide.

As a result, there have been many shows similar to Bridgerton attempting to capitalize on its success, including Prime Video's My Lady Jane, which was controversially canceled after one season in August 2024. Now, another Bridgerton replacement is rising up the global streaming charts,...

The New Period Series Everyone’s Watching Right Now(Photo Credit –Apple TV+)

Bridgerton fans looking for something fresh have turned their attention to The Buccaneers, which has quickly climbed the global streaming charts after the launch of its second season.

According to FlixPatrol, the Apple TV+ drama has landed in the Top 10 across several countries, and new viewers keep showing up every week. The season finale drops on August 6 and excitement is growing fast.

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What is Apple TV’s The Buccaneers’ About?

The show, adapted from Edith Wharton’s unfinished 1937 novel, follows five wealthy American girls heading to England to marry into aristocracy. They are after prestige and a place in British high society but the cold reception they face proves that money alone does not open every door. The British...

The Buccaneers has taken over the global streaming charts following the release of its second season. Per FlixPatrol, the Apple TV+ period drama has surged into the Top 10 in multiple countries and has been drawing in new viewers each week. The Buccaneers Season 2 finale is now scheduled for August 6, and the buzz around the series is at an all-time high. It appears that the show's mix of romance, sisterhood, and a historical setting is connecting well with audiences, especially those who enjoy shows like Bridgerton, The Gilded Age,and Downton Abbey.

The Buccaneers is adapted from Edith Wharton’s unfinished 1937 novel, and follows five young American women from wealthy families who travel to England in hopes of landing titled husbands and climbing the British social ladder. What they don’t expect is how exclusive and judgmental that ladder can be. The series explores how these women navigate the clash between...

While Apple TV+ has not issued an official statement for the renewal of The Buccaneers, several indicators are suggesting that the door remains open for the exploration of a new chapter. But the big question remains: Is The Buccaneers renewed for season three? Let’s get into what is confirmed so far and what seems likely about the show’s renewal for season 3.

The second season of the show is swiftly proceeding towards its season finale on August 6, 2025. It is anticipated to be a compelling conclusion of an arc of scandal, friendship, and social appeal set in 19th-century London. As the viewers eagerly grapple through the emotional twists of this season, including Nan’s personal journey and party courtroom drama, we can’t wait to find out what lies ahead for The Buccaneers.

What We Know About ‘The Buccaneers’ Season 3

As of now, Apple TV has not officially announced a season three for The Buccaneers.

Francis Ford Coppola has explained the impact Megalopolis is having on his next movie. Self-financed by the five-time Oscar winner, the 2024 sci-fi thriller is the director's passion project, retelling the Catilinarian conspiracy in an alternate New York and drawing parallels between the fall of the Roman Republic and the future of the United States.

The movie has a stellar cast, featuring Adam Driver as Cesar, a genius architect, Nathalie Emmanuel as Julia Cicero, Aubrey Plaza as Wow Platinum, and Giancarlo Esposito as Franklyn Cicero. But despite being fueled by star power, it struggled to find a distributor to cover the production costs and marketing. Marred by controversy, Megalopolis polarized critics and grossed only $14.3 million against a massive $120 million budget.

During an interview with Deadline, Coppola talked about how his last movie got him in a bit of trouble financially. The filmmaker revealed that he had already finished the script for...

[This story contains spoilers from season three, episode six of The Gilded Age.]

It’s hard to believe The Gilded Age is winding down. The latest episode “If You Want to Cook an Omelette” is number six of just eight, yet the drama is not de-escalating — only revving up, especially with the just-in news of a season four renewal.

In the latest episode, Bertha (Carrie Coon) traveled to England to “fix” things for Gladys (Taissa Farmiga) who expressed her unhappiness to her father George (Morgan Spector) who, of course, let his wife have it. Intriguingly, her visit made a huge impact not just on Gladys, but perhaps on how fans view her actions. Could Bertha have been right about Gladys marrying the Duke all along?

Just as Gladys and Hector (Ben Lamb) may be finding their groove towards happy matrimony, there appears to be trouble brewing for Marian (Louisa Jacobson) and Bertha, and George’s son Larry (Harry Richardson) who just became engaged,...

Hold onto your hats, corsets and gowns! Season 2 of The Buccaneers is nearly upon us.

Apple TV+’s period television show, based on the unfinished novel by Edith Wharton, was renewed for a second seaon early after its arrival at the end of 2023. Starring Kristine Frøseth as Nan St. George, Matthew Broome as Guy Thwarte, Guy Remmers as Theo, Christina Hendricks as Mrs. Patricia St. George and more, last season saw Nan make a difficult decision between two men — Guy and Theo, the Duke of Tintagel.

Find the full rollout and release schedule for new episodes of The Buccaneers Season 2 below:

When does The Buccaneers Season 2 premiere on Apple TV+?

Season 2 of The Buccaneers arrives on Apple TV+ Wednesday, June 18 with only the first episode.

How many episodes are in Season 2 of The Buccaneers?

Season 2 will contain eight episodes, just like last season.

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The Buccaneers took over the audience by storm, but since its revival of Season 2, the show is seemingly a mess, especially after the release of Episode 5, wherein a mix of plot, confused characters, and weak showcasing of a set notion destroys the set standard for this historical drama. As compared to the Season 1, Episode 1, “American Poison” rating at 6.7/10, the show’s current season is still doing well on the charts.

Following the story of five American girls, the show depicts the themes of women’s independence, societal norms, and clashes between the characters juggling through their thoughts. While Season 1 dealt with the girls exploring relationships, Season 2 has the girls taking charge of their responsibilities and discovering their own paths.

The Buccaneers Season 2’s Rating Is Higher Than That of Season 1 The girls of The Buccaneers in a still from Season 1 | Credits: Apple TV+

Based on the titular unfinished novel by Edith Wharton,...

Apple TV+’s The Buccaneers has taken the period drama by storm, establishing itself as one of the boldest shows of the genre. Despite being historically accurate with regards to the rule-bound high society of London, it rejects the conventions that obstructed it from pushing the limits of storytelling. This unique blend of mixing tradition with contemporary ideas has made Season 1 a rebel that has left some people scratching their heads.

With Season 2 of the show here, people are excited to watch it. Well, the plot and cast definitely have a big part in it. Moreover, to expand its reach, the Apple TV+ Original has found a temporary shelter in Prime Video. With that being said, the real question remains: When can we stream it?

Release Date of The Buccaneers on Prime Video

When Apple TV+ premiered The Buccaneers, it intoxicated the fantasy drama connoisseurs, featuring some picturesque shots of...

Amidst the charm, luxury, and the 19th century era, The Buccaneers’ soundtrack is upbeat and modern. Season 2 is still airing, and we will at this moment focus on telling you about a diverse and engaging palette of music that rules the Apple TV+ show.

Exploring themes like women’s empowerment, societal norms, and the challenges of aspirations and passion, adapted from Edith Wharton’s unfinished novel, is worth the watch. This show binds relationships, friendships, and love together in a beautiful music composition.

Here are all the songs that were played in the episodes of Season 1 and 2 (via Deadline and The Wrap).

The Buccaneers Season 1: Complete Song List The Girls of The Buccaneers | Credits: Apple TV+ Every Song in Season 1, Episode 1: “American Poison” “North American Scum” (feat. Miya Folick) [Chloé Caillet Remix] by Emily Kokal, Miya Folick, Chloé Caillet: The theme song for the beginning of Season 1, played...

Several best-selling books have inspired new and returning television series this year as well as box office movie magnets like the conclusion to Jon M. Chu’s Wicked and Regretting You based on Colleen Hoover’s book. Still novel adaptations more are in the works, like the many romantic comedies of Emily Henry and a few more Colleen Hoover best-sellers.

The year 2025 will see a few summery series, one returning and one new, based on books hit the small screen for Prime Video. Yes, we’re talking about the highly anticipated returner, Season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty, which will include a supersized amount of episodes and newcomer, We Were Liars based on the book by E. Lockhart. Continuing with the beach and ocean theme, Season 2 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians will also bring viewers back to the world of Greek gods at some point this year.

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The Buccaneers novel by Edith Wharton revealed who Nan St. George ended up with, and it is an intriguing choice. Apple TV+ adapted The Buccaneers on the small screen, and one of the anchors of its story is the romantic journey of the carefree and adventurous Nan St. George (Kristine Frøseth). Aside from the bombshell twist that Patti St. George was not Nan's real biological mother, much of her journey in Season 1 was mainly focused on the love triangle between Nan, the Duke of Tintagel, Theo (Guy Remmers), and his best friend Guy (Matthew Broome). 

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If you are ready to see the much-anticipated next chapter of the beloved Apple TV+ series The Buccaneers. Based on the unfinished novel of the same name by Edith Wharton, the series was adapted into a television series by Katherine Jakeways. In Season 2, we will see our young American Buccaneers beginning a new chapter in their lives while trying to be there for each other.

The Buccaneers Season 2 – Episode Guide (When Will the New Episodes Come Out?) Credit – Apple TV+

The Buccaneers Season 2 consists of eight episodes in total. The historical drama series premiered on Apple TV+, with its first episode on June 18, 2025, with the rest of the episodes coming out weekly every Wednesday. Check out the full episode guide of The Buccaneers Season 2 below:

Episode 1 “The Duchess of Tintagel” – June 18, 2025 Episode 2 “Holy Grail” – June 25, 2025 Episode 3 “Get Her...

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It has been more than a year and a half since The Gilded Age did the impossible and made us all care about competing opera houses. Now, the Emmy-winning HBO drama from creator Julian Fellowes is back for what might be its best outing yet.

In Season 3 (premiering Sunday at 9 p.m. Et/Pt on HBO and Max), having won the battle for the Met, Bertha (Emmy nominee Carrie Coon) is poised to take over as the head of New York society while George (Morgan Spector) heads out west with the hopes of expanding his railroads to the California coast, a gambit that could revolutionize the industry and change the map forever. But those are not the only new happenings this season.

“The Gilded Age” has always been influenced by the work of Edith Wharton. Both the novelist’s oeuvre and the HBO drama are set among the upper echelons of New York society in the late 19th century, documenting frictions both large (the rise of a new industrial elite) and small (imperceptible breaches of etiquette).

But in its first two seasons, “The Gilded Age” heaped all its stakes onto a handful of storylines, most of them anchored by the series’ few characters of color. Creator Julian Fellowes otherwise eschewed the grand, tragic sweep of Wharton’s best-known work: the downfall of Lily Bart in “House of Mirth,” or the thwarted love of Newland Archer and Countess Olenska in “The Age of Innocence.” Instead, the show’s minimal upheaval tends to amount to a slightly rearranged status quo. In Season 2, the blue-blooded Agnes van Rhijn (Christine Baranski) lost her fortune and fell...

After two years of waiting, fans of The Buccaneers are finally greeted with Season 2. But no matter how long since the historical romance last hit AppleTV+, not everything is as Gilded as it once was. The new season of the series has garnered a 71% on Rotten Tomatoes, which is a slight drop compared to the Certified Fresh score of 76% when the show first aired in 2023. When fans were first introduced to the vibrant characters of Edith Wharton’s unfinished novel, there was a lot of potential.

The Buccaneers follows five American women in the 1870s as they search for status and marriages across the pond. Culture clash is at the center of the series, as well as all the hallmarks of a typical historical romance. Love triangles, scandal, and friendship power a series about an era long since passed. The first season of The Buccaneers was an antidote to others of its kind,...

Apple TV+'s lavish period drama, The Buccaneers, has returned for season 2, and while critics are a little less receptive, audiences love the show's second outing. The Buccaneers, based on Edith Wharton's final 1938 unfinished novel (it was later completed by Marion Mainwaring in 1993), follows Gilded Age debutante Nan St. George (Kristine Frøseth) and her friends as they travel from America to England to experience the social season. In the season 1 finale, Nan married Theo, the Duke of Tintagel (Guy Remmers), to save her sister Jinny (Imogen Waterhouse) from an abusive marriage, despite being in love with someone else.

The Buccaneers season 2 picks up right where season 1 left off, with an unexpected wedding guest appearing at Nan and Theo's wedding reception. Season 2 has debuted on Rotten Tomatoes with a critics' score of 71%, which is a little lower than season 1's certified fresh score of 76%. The audience score, however, tells a different story,...

Apple TV+’s The Buccaneers is back with season 2 today, June 18, 2025, and we can’t wait to dive right in. It is a period drama, reimagined and based on the works of Edith Wharton. The series is based on the lives of five American women who attempt to fit into British high society in the 1870s.

It is a perfect blend of modern sensibilities and a historical backdrop, featuring contemporary themes alongside a diverse cast. The previous season left us on a cliffhanger, and the story will pick up right from there with new weekly episodes.

The Buccaneers is a modern twist on a classic tale

Edith Wharton’s novel has been approached with a fresh take in The Buccaneers. The series deeply emphasises independence and female friendships, offering a different story from a typical romance. There is also an LGBTQ+ storyline added to the mix, and the story feels wholesome and well-rounded.

At long last, Season 2 of The Buccaneers is almost here on Apple TV+ to pick up with the titular young American women after their explosion onto the scene in Gilded Age London back in 2023. Although things began in high spirits as the ambitious and extroverted friends navigated English high society and courted suitors, the Season 1 finale left things on a bleak note, with each of the women forced to accept a reality they did not desire. Chief among them is Nan (Kristine Frøseth), who marries a man she doesn't love to become the Duchess of Tintagel, the most influential woman in the country, to protect her sister, Jinny (Imogen Waterhouse), from the wrath of her abusive husband. Collider now has an exclusive sneak peek from the premiere showing how Nan is dealing with the fallout of giving up the rest of her life with a little support from Conchita (Alisha Boe...

In case you haven't checked the calendar recently, it's officially the first week of summer as the season starts on June 20. Thankfully, in order to escape from the heat and summer storms, there are plenty of new shows being released on Netflix and streaming throughout the week to keep you busy leading into the weekend. Between binge-watches and season premieres, there's a lot to watch!

On top of the four new shows making their premieres or returning this week, we can also expect some new episodes of recent hits. The season finale of The Walking Dead: Dead City season 2 arrives this weekend, while there are new episodes of hits like And Just Like That, Stick, Duster, Nine Perfect Strangers, and many more of the best shows on right now.

Wondering what's new this week and should be added to your watch list? From two period dramas to two sexy Netflix soaps,...

Materialists is a film with a classic screwball setup: a young, beautiful matchmaker meets the charming, rich man of her dreams on the same night she runs into her broke, handsome ex-boyfriend. But Celine Song’s sophomore feature takes a more dry, dramatic approach to explore dating in the modern world. Channeling Jane Austen, Materialists discusses relationships like a numbers game where height, income, and age are the key factors to dating success. Every moment we spend with our heroine Lucy (Dakota Johnson) is dominated by the most clinical judgments of men, women, and especially herself. When wealthy finance guy Harry (Pedro Pascal) takes her out to dinner, Lucy describes herself as a failed actress and college dropout with debt and an $80K salary (before taxes). Why be with her when he could be with someone ten years younger who doesn’t need to work for a living and has...

Back in the day, you would have been hard-pressed to find a bigger fan of “Sex and the City” than I was. Yet even as I think it’s a deliriously great show, a part of me — the movie critic side — has always wondered, in the back of my mind, what “Sex and the City” might have looked like had it been played, at times, as less of a wild confectionary sitcom and a bit more close to the bone.

“Materialists,” a lavishly charming New York story of love, money, and dating, is the movie that finally answers that question for me. It’s the second feature written and directed by Celine Song, who made the wistfully sublime “Past Lives,” and it stars Dakota Johnson as a stylishly crisp, take-charge professional matchmaker and Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal as the men she winds up caught between.

“Materialists” sounds like a romantic comedy,...

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This June, we are getting a ton of great shows on various streaming services. From the much-anticipated Season 4 of The Bear on Hulu to the highly anticipated final season of the Netflix series Squid Game. So, we are here to sort out all of the brilliant upcoming shows that you might want to check out.

Stick (June 4) – Apple TV+ Credit – Apple TV+

Stick is an upcoming sports comedy series created by Jason Keller. The Apple TV+ series follows Pryce Cahill, a washed-up former professional golfer who now teaches golf to people who have no real interest in the game. When Pryce finds a teen boy with the potential of becoming a professional golfer, he decides to take a chance on him. Stick stars Owen Wilson, Peter Dager, Marc Maron, Mariana Trevino, Lilli Kay, and Judy Greer.

Ginny & Georgia...

Apple TV+ is set to return for the second season of The Buccaneers on June 18th, 2025. This is a period drama adapted from an unfinished novel by Edith Wharton, set in the 1870s. The series follows 5 American women as they enter the London high society, in the hopes of finding husbands.

Nan, Conchita Closson, Jinny St. George, and the Elmsworth sisters, Mabel and Lizzy, find their way through the rigid norms of the British aristocracy. The season ended with major draw dropping revelations, including Nan’s real family and her spontaneous wedding to Theo. As season 2 is around the corner, with a promise of deeper exploration of this societal period tale, let’s have a look at everything we need to recap from the previous season.

Recap for season 1 of the Buccaneers, ahead of season 2

Season 1 of The Buccaneers did a fine job of captivating audiences. The 5 American debutantes suddenly enter the British social scene.

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Apple TV+ entered the streaming game pretty late, but because of the quality of their originals, they are quickly becoming everybody’s favorite. After the success of shows like Severance and The Studio, the Apple-owned streaming service shows no signs of slowing down. It releases new, brilliant TV shows and movies every month to expand its impressive content library. So, here are the best new shows coming to Apple TV+ in June 2025.

Stick Season 1 (June 4) Credit – Apple TV+

Stick is an upcoming sports comedy series created by Jason Keller. The Apple TV+ series follows Pryce Cahill, a washed-up professional golfer spending his days teaching golf to people who don’t appreciate the sport. When he discovers a young rising star in the game of golf, he decides to teach him. Stick stars Owen Wilson, Peter Dager, Marc Maron,...

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The Buccaneers is a historical drama series created by Katherine Jakeways. Based on the unfinished novel of the same name by Edith Wharton, the Apple TV+ series is set in the 1870s and revolves around five young and ambitious American women who arrive in London to find husbands, but their personalities result in an immensely entertaining Anglo-American culture clash. The Buccaneers stars Kristine Froseth, Alisha Boe, Matthew Broome, Josh Dylan, Barney Fishwick, Aubri Ibrag, Guy Remmers, Mia Threapleton, Josie Totah, Imogen Waterhouse, Christina Hendricks, Leighton Meester. So, if you loved the period setting, romantic drama, and compelling characters in The Buccaneers, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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The Buccaneers is a period romantic drama miniseries written by Maggie Wadey. Based on the unfinished novel by Edith Wharton,...

And just like that, we are close to June, which only means new shows and movies are ready to premiere for the audience. Apple TV+’s content has been gaining a lot of attention over the past few years, especially with shows like Severance, Ted Lasso, Shrinking, The Studio, and more.

The streaming giant that is known to prioritize quality over quantity continues to expand its offerings for viewers and subscribers. With a varied collection of originals, sequels, and much more, viewers can expect a whole lot of entertainment in June 2025. So, let’s find out what Apple TV+ has in store for June 2025.

Shows to premiere in June 2025 on Apple TV+

Apple TV+ launched in 2019, and in a span of a couple of years, the streaming platform has managed to establish itself as one of the leading streaming services. The streaming platform was the first streaming service to win...

The Buccaneers, on Apple TV+, is all set for season 2, releasing on June 18th, 2025. The show has stirred intrigue by introducing a new character, Nell, and it will be portrayed by Leighton Meester. She’s famously known for her role as Blair Waldorf in Gossip Girl.

Adding Meester to the cast has left fans surprised as to what new dynamics she will be adding to the story. The series is inspired by Edith Wharton’s incomplete novel, exploring the lives of American women grappling with the rules of 1870 British high society. Season 2 promises to delve deeper into themes of betrayal, societal expectations, and love.

Leighton Meester’s surprising entry as Nell in The Buccaneers season 2

With Leighton Meester joining the cast of The Buccaneers as Nell, the established order is about to shake up. Even though specific details about her character are under wraps, her appearance in the trailer of season 2 has sparked deep speculation.

“The Buccaneers” Brit-produced 1870’s - set historical drama series created by Katherine Jakeways, based on the novel by Edith Wharton, stars Kristine Froseth, Alisha Boe, Aubri Ibrag, Josie Totah, and Imogen Waterhouse. Matthew Broome, Josh Dylan, Barney Fishwick, Guy Remmers, Mia Threapleton and Christina Hendricks, streaming Season Two, June 18, 2025 on AppleTV+:

“…five ambitious young women and daughters of the American nouveau riche—‘Nan’ , ‘Jinny St. George’, ‘Conchita’, ‘Lizzy’ and ‘Mabel’, follow the wedding of Conchita to ‘Lord Richard Marable’.

“The women are invited to London in the midst of ‘debutante season’ in the hopes of securing husbands and titles, but their eccentric and extroverted nature contrasts with English high society and centuries of ‘tradition’.”

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Created by Katherine Jakeways, the beloved historical drama The Buccaneers is all set to return for season two. Based on an unfinished novel by Edith Wharton of the same name, the series follows five wealthy and ambitious women and their experience of adjusting in London’s high society as they set their eyes on finding an eligible husband.

The first season of the show was highly appreciated by the audience, who loved watching a ‘feminist love story about female friendships, betrayal, and sacrifices women have to make.’ Starring Alisha Boe, Kristine Froseth, Aubri Ibrag, Jose Totah, and Imogen Waterhouse, the show is returning with more romance, drama, intrigue, and adventure. The Buccaneers’ season 2 finally has a release date.

Apple TV+’s The Buccaneers season two is set to return in June 2025

The streaming giant Apple TV+ recently announced that the very popular and successful historical drama on Apple TV+, The Buccaneers,...

The Buccaneers are back. The Apple TV+ costume drama's second season is arriving this summer, and now there's a new trailer to whet your appetite. It teases what's to come in the season ahead, and also introduces new cast member Leighton Meester. Season two will premiere on June 18, with new episodes premiering weekly until the season finale on August 6.

To the strains of Chappell Roan's "Good Luck, Babe!," the trailer showcases newly-minted Duchess Nan (Kristine Froseth), who is adjusting to her new married life with Theo (Guy Remmers). Of course, she only married Theo to protect her sister Jinny (Imogen Waterhouse) from the cruel James (Barney Fishwick), but James is determined to hunt her down. As for Jinny, she's pregnant and on the run with her lover, Guy (Matthew Broome), who also happens to be Nan's ex-flame. The trailer ends with Nan's mother Patti (Christina Hendricks) encountering a mysterious figure from her past,...

The full trailer for Season 2 of Apple TV+’s period drama The Buccaneers has arrived, and it teases more sisterhood, romance, love affairs, bold declarations, bright gowns, breathtaking landscapes and a plot twist or two.

The second season welcomes series newcomer Leighton Meester, whose character Nell can be seen at the end of the clip asking Christina Hendricks’ Patricia St. George to introduce her to Kristine Frøseth’s Nan St. George.

“Theo and I are happy,” Nan says at the beginning of the clip. “I’m in this for life.”

This declaration comes after Nan had to make a difficult decision and marry Theo (Guy Remmers), Duke of Tintagel, so that her flame Guy Thwarte (Matthew Broome) could help Nan’s sister Ginny (Imogen Waterhouse) escape from her abusive husband Lord James Seadown (Barney Fishwick).

“Everything before ‘I do’ is now irrelevant,” Theo’s mother, the Dowager Duchess of Tintagel...

The Buccaneers has released the first trailer for Season 2, and while new cast member Leighton Meester (Gossip Girl, Single Parents) doesn’t show up until the very end, her brief appearance comes with a big tease: her character is connected to someone fans already know.

As previously reported, the American girl revolution in England will continue this summer, when the Season 2 opener drops June 18 on Apple TV+. One installment will follow every Wednesday through Aug. 6.

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In a world where shows like Bridgerton serve romance with a side of pop songs and steamy stares, it’s easy to forget what true emotional depth looks like in period drama.

But back in 1993, Martin Scorsese gave us The Age of Innocence, a love story set in 1870s New York that feels more intense than anything we’re getting from today’s streaming hits.

It’s stylish, yes, (like c’mon it has to be the 1870s NY) but also sharp, quiet, and emotionally devastating. Where modern shows dress up drama in glitter, Scorsese gave us real heartbreak under the velvet and lace. And he did it all without breaking a sweat or a corset.

Why do modern period romances feel so empty next to this 1993 classic?

Netflix’s Bridgerton may look like the best chance of period drama romance on TV people will get these days, but it...

Netflix is bringing another classic novel adaptation to the screen. Edith Wharton's The Age of Innocence, which was previously filmed by Martin Scorsese in 1993, is being adapted into a miniseries at the streamer. The news comes on the heels, coincidentally, of Miramax announcing plans to produce a series adaptation of Gangs of New York, another Scorsese film that, like The Age of Innocence, also starred Daniel Day-Lewis.

Netflix has tapped British screenwriter Emma Frost, a veteran of Shameless, The Spanish Princess, and The Man in the High Castle, to showrun the series. Frost is not to be confused with the Marvel Comics character of the same name, although she did write for The White Queen. It will attempt to stay true to the novel's original themes, while also bringing the novel to a new, younger audience. The series is the latest in Netflix's attempts to mine the literary canon for content.

Netflix is doubling down on adaptations of classic novels, with the streamer officially greenlighting series version of “The Age of Innocence” and “Unaccustomed Earth.”

“The Age of Innocence” was written by Edith Wharton and was originally published in 1920. The limited series at Netflix is described as a “passionate and heart-rending will-they/won’t-they love triangle exploring themes of freedom, duty, identity and love in all its forms. This fresh take is true to Wharton’s novel but will speak to a new generation as we traverse the ballrooms and bedrooms of these young people, asking the question what is love — and what is lust? And should we ultimately be driven by our heads or by our hearts?”

Emma Frost — known for her work on shows like “The Spanish Princess,” “The White Princess,” and “The White Queen” — will write all episodes and serve as executive producer and showrunner. Peter Chernin, Jenno Topping,...

Timed to World Book Day (which apparently is today!), Netflix has not only renewed its adaptation of Sherryl Woods’ Sweet Magnolias novels, it has announced two new projects — The Age of Innocence, and Unaccustomed Earth — that are based on books.

Hailing from showrunner.writer Emma Frost (The White Queen, Shameless) and adapted from Edith Wharton’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of forbidden love in 19th century New York, the Age of Innocence

limited series is described as “a passionate and heart-rending will-they/won’t-they love triangle exploring themes of freedom, duty, identity and love in all its forms.”

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“The Age of Innocence” and “Unaccustomed Earth” are getting series adaptations at Netflix, the streamer announced Wednesday in recognition of World Book Day. The news came in conjunction with a Season 5 series renewal for “Sweet Magnolias.

“At Netflix, we love when stories transcend the page and light up the screen, allowing fans to experience beloved stories in new and exciting ways,” Jinny Howe, vice president of drama at Netflix, said in a statement. “The impact of these adaptations can be so powerful that it not only captivates new audiences around the world, it also causes a resurgence in popularity for the original source material, with many books returning to bestseller lists many years after their initial release.”

“The Age of Innocence” is a passionate will-they/won’t-they love triangle that explores themes of freedom, duty, identity and love. Based on Edith Wharton’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, the limited series will...

Netflix has ordered The Age Of Innocence, a limited series based on Edith Wharton’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. Emma Frost has penned the adaptation and will serve as executive producer and showrunner on the Chernin Entertainment production.

The series was quietly greenlighted earlier this year and has been prepping for a fall start of production in Europe for a couple of months now. Netflix would not confirm the pickup to Deadline, instead opting to announce it on World Book Day.

A fresh take on Edith Wharton’s classic novel of forbidden love in 19th century New York, The Age Of Innocence is a will-they/won’t-they love triangle exploring themes of freedom, duty, identity and love in all its forms.

The project is clearly geared toward the wide global fanbase of Netflix’s hit period romance drama Bridgerton, also a book adaptation.

Frost executive produces with Peter Chernin,...

Netflix is adding two adaptations of prestigious literary works to its series roster.

The streamer has ordered a limited series based on Edith Wharton’s classic novel The Age of Innocence and a drama based on Jhumpa Lahiri’s best-selling short story collection Unaccustomed Earth. Additionally, Netflix has renewed its series Sweet Magnolias, based on books by Sherryl Woods, for a fifth season.

Netflix made the announcements in conjunction with Wednesday’s World Book Day. The two new series come as the streamer is also in production on another adaptation of a literary classic, John Steinbeck’s East of Eden, which stars Florence Pugh.

“At Netflix, we love when stories transcend the page and light up the screen, allowing fans to experience beloved stories in new and exciting ways,” said Jinny Howe, vp drama at the streamer. “The impact of these adaptations can be so powerful that it not only...

Edith Wharton’s The Age of Innocence made history when it was first published in 1920, subsequently earning its author the first-ever Pulitzer Prize for Fiction awarded to a woman. A canonical novel in American lit studies and the inspiration for numerous adaptations, the book has long been considered a classic — and now, Emma Frost brings the timeless tale to life once again as a limited series coming to Netflix.

Based on Wharton’s novel of forbidden love in 19th-century New York, The Age of Innocence follows a passionate and heartrending will they, won’t they love triangle while exploring themes of freedom, duty, identity, and love in all its forms. The new take promises to be true to Wharton’s novel but will speak to a new generation as it traverses the ballrooms and bedrooms of its young characters, asking what is love —...

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This April, Netflix is bringing you a lot of entertainment, from the highly anticipated conclusion to the psychological crime thriller drama series You to the brutal Tom Hardy action film Havoc. However, for the purposes of this article, we are only including the films that are coming to Netflix this month and have an 80% or higher Rotten Tomatoes score. So, check out the seven best films that are coming to Netflix in April 2025 with an 80% or higher Rotten Tomatoes score.

The Age of Innocence (April 1) Rotten Tomatoes Score: 88% Credit – Columbia Pictures

The Age of Innocence is a historical romantic drama film directed by Martin Scorsese, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Jay Cocks. Based on the 1920 novel of the same name by Edith Wharton, the 1993 film is set in the 1870s and it follows Newland Archer, a wealthy...

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Meghan Markle is one of the most famous women on the planet. But she’s got an army of haters, and unlike some A-list celebs, her defenders are not quite as outspoken.

Thanks to her Netflix series and housewares brand, the Duchess of Sussex is finally making a name for herself as a lifestyle guru, but her success has attracted a new level of criticism.

These days, high-profile media figures are dunking on Meghan, a trend that seems to stem from the negative response to her show.

Meghan Markle has not received rave reviews for her Netflix series. (Netflix)

Now, in a move that would’ve been unimaginable just a few years ago, former Meghan and Harry ally Graydon Carter is roasting the duchess at every opportunity.

Graydon Carter blasts Meghan Markle with literary zinger

In a new conversation with Interview magazine, the former Vanity Fair editor...

J.J. Abrams (“The Force Awakens”) and showrunner Latoya Morgan’s (“Shameless”) new series “Duster” will debut May 15, with the first official trailer teasing an increasingly dangerous crime syndicate.

Starring Josh Holloway (“Lost”), Rachel Hilson and Keith David (“The Thing”), “Duster” is set in the 1970s Southwest as a getaway driver gets entangled in a crime network that is threatened by the arrival of a young agent in town. Hilson stars as the first Black female FBI agent.

“Duster” was produced in association with Warner Bros. Television, with the eight episodes dropping weekly through the finale on July 3. The first two episodes are written by Abrams and Morgan, with Abrams and Rachel Rusch Rich executive producing for Bad Robot while Morgan executive produces for TinkerToy Productions.

Watch the official trailer below.

In other TV roundup news:

First Looks/Trailers

Season 4 of the Irish mystery series “Harry Wild” is officially returning this...

“The Buccaneers”is a Brit-produced historical drama series created by Katherine Jakeways, based on the novel of the same name by Edith Wharton, set in the 1870’s during the ‘Gilded Age’, starring Kristine Froseth, Alisha Boe, Aubri Ibrag, Josie Totah, and Imogen Waterhouse. Matthew Broome, Josh Dylan, Barney Fishwick, Guy Remmers, Mia Threapleton and Christina Hendricks, streaming Season Two, June 18, 2025 on AppleTV+:

“…five ambitious young women and daughters of the American nouveau riche—‘Nan’ and ‘Jinny St. George’, ‘Conchita ‘ and ‘Lizzy’ and ‘Mabel’, follow the wedding of ‘Conchita' to ‘Lord Richard Marable’.

“The women are invited to London in the midst of debutante season in the hopes of securing husbands and titles, but their eccentric and extroverted nature contrasts with English high society and centuries of ‘tradition’.”

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The teaser for Apple TV+’s The Buccaneers only features five words of dialogue. Theo, Duke of Tintagel (played by Guy Remmers), declares, “She chose me.” Guy Thwarte (played by Matthew Broome) replies, “Did she?” Juicy, right?

Season two stars Kristine Frøseth as Nan St. George, Alisha Boe as Conchita Closson, Aubri Ibrag as Lizzy Elmsworth, Josie Totah as Mabel Elmsworth, and Imogen Waterhouse as Jinny St. George. Christina Hendricks returns as Mrs. St. George, Mia Threapleton is back as Honoria Marable, Josh Dylan reprises his role as Lord Richard Marable, and Barney Fishwick returns as Lord James Seadown.

New cast members include Leighton Meester as Nell, Greg Wise as Reede Robinson, Jacob Ifan as Hector Robinson, Grace Ambrose as Paloma Ballardino, and Maria Almeida as Cora Merrigan.

Josie Totah, Alisha Boe, Aubri Ibrag and Kristine Frøseth in ‘The Buccaneers’ (Photo Credit: Apple TV+)

“In the first season of The Buccaneers,...

Apple TV+’s The Buccaneers is returning for a second season, with a premiere date set for Wednesday, June 18, 2025. The drama, based on Edith Wharton’s unfinished novel, will continue the story of the American girls in 1870s London. Here’s the Lowdown: Season two brings back the main cast: Kristine Frøseth (Nan St. George), Alisha […]

Apple TV+’s The Buccaneers Season 2 Set for June: First Look Revealed!

The Buccaneers season 2 release date has officially been revealed as Apple TV+ releases a teaser trailer for the show. Based on the novel by Edith Wharton, The Buccaneers is an Apple TV+ produced costume drama about a group of American young women in the 1870s who grapple with an Anglo-American culture clash when they are sent overseas to secure husbands and titles. The Buccaneers features a leading cast including Kristin Froseth, Alisha Boe, Matthew Broome, Josie Totah, Imogen Waterhouse, and Aubri Ibrag.

Now, Apple TV+ has revealed The Buccaneers season 2 release date in a new save-the-date teaser. The trailer showed some of the main characters from the series in lavish dresses and suits. The trailer then teases "you're cordially invited" and that The Buccaneers will return for season 2 on June 18.

What This Means For The Buccaneers Season 2 The Buccaneers Season 2 Plot Still Remains Unknown

While The Buccaneers season 2 teaser gave...

Apple TV+ has revealed a first look and premiere date for the second season of The Buccaneers. In the acclaimed, returning drama inspired by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Edith Wharton’s unfinished novel of the same name, the fun-loving young American girls are back with even more romance, drama, intrigue, and adventure.

The eight-episode second season will make its global debut on Apple TV+ with one episode on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, followed by one new episode every Wednesday through August 6, 2025.

Season two reunites the buccaneers — Kristine Frøseth as Nan St. George, Alisha Boe as Conchita Closson, Aubri Ibrag as Lizzy Elmsworth, Josie Totah as Mabel Elmsworth and Imogen Waterhouse as Jinny St. George. Emmy Award nominee Christina Hendricks is Mrs. St. George, with Mia Threapleton as Honoria Marable.

The ensemble cast also includes Guy Remmers as Theo, Duke of Tintagel, Matthew Broome as Guy Thwarte, Josh Dylan as Lord Richard Marable and...