Someone must have been listening to our conversations about period dramas because The Buccaneers is coming to Apple TV+ this fall! For reasons unknown, the intense romantic tension between characters in shows like Queen Charlotte send our imaginations into overdrive. To be frank, I still dream about hearing someone tell me they're 'good with buttons.'
But until we're blessed with Season 3 of Bridgerton, the trailer for The Buccaneers confirms it's going to be just the series we need to hold us over.
Who will be starring in "The Buccaneers?"
The series will feature an all-star cast alongside many new faces. We'll see the following performers:
- Kristine Frøseth as Nan St. George
- Alisha Boe as Conchita Closson
- Critics Choice Award nominee Josie Totah as Mabel Elmsworth
- Aubri Ibrag as Lizzy Elmsworth
- Imogen Waterhouse as Jinny St. George
- Mia Threapleton as Honoria Marable
- SAG Award winner Christina Hendricks as Mrs. St. George
- Josh Dylan as Lord Richard Marable
- Guy Remmers as Theo Duke of Tintagel
- Matthew Broome as Guy Thwarte
- Barney Fishwick as Lord James Seadown
What is "The Buccaneers" about?
The Buccaneers is a series full of riches, romance, and drama. Per Apple TV+, it's about "a group of fun-loving young American girls" who have a "disregard for centuries of tradition." Although marriage is supposed to be their only goal, something tells, it seems they have things up their sleeves that could potentially cause *gasp* scandals.
Where does "The Buccaneers" take place?
The Buccaneers takes place in London during the 1870s.
When is "The Buccaneers" premiering?
The first 3 episodes will be available to stream on Apple TV+ November 8, 2023.
When will new episodes of "The Buccaneers" be available to watch?
Viewers can watch new episodes every Wednesday after the series premiere. The last episode will be available to stream December 13, 2023.
How many episodes of "The Buccaneers" will there be?
Viewers will have the pleasure of watching 8 episodes. (And we have a feeling we're gonna want 8 more after that!)
Is "The Buccaneers" based on a novel?
Yes! It's based on Edith Wharton's titular novel that was unfinished before she passed in 1937. Marion Mainwaring later penned the rest of the novel in 1993.
Who wrote and directed "The Buccaneers?"
Series creator Katherine Jakeways wrote the Apple TV+ series while BAFTA Award winner Susanna White directed it. White is also one of the executive producers along BAFTA Award nominee Beth Willis.
Watch the trailer for "The Buccaneers"
Backed by the sounds of Olivia Rodrigo's hit song "all american bitch," the trailer dives into The Buccaneers with fervor by showing brief moments of what happens when the worlds of new and old money collide. Even though the goal for Nan is to do anything but blend in with London society, she finds herself falling in love, er lust, anyway.
With the heavy-hitting creative team and cast, we're sure The Buccaneers is going to be the new period drama we can't stop raving about. Be sure to stay tuned for more exciting updates!
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This post has been updated.
Lead image via The Buccaneers/Apple TV+.
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