Netflix has set a premiere date for The Waterfrontthe new drama from Kevin Williamson that marks his return to both TV and North Carolina.
The family drama series that stars Melissa Benoit, Mario Bello, Holt McCallany and Jake Weary is set to premiere June 19 on the streamer. It plays out over eight episodes.
Here’s the official logline for the series: 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 their attempts spiral out of control and into treacherous waters, Harlan steps back in to take command. Facing her own demons, Buckley daughter Bree (Benoist) — an addict in recovery who’s lost custody of her son — finds herself entangled in a complicated relationship that could threaten the family’s future forever.
The series is inspired by true events and set against the backdrop of North Carolina, where Williamson shot Dawson’s Creek.
The Waterfront was announced as part of Netflix’s first Upfront last year in New York.
The Waterfront. (L to R) Jake Weary as Cane Buckley, Melissa Benoist as Bree Buckley in episode 105 of The Waterfront. Cr. Dana Hawley/Netflix © 2025
The Waterfront. Maria Bello as Belle Buckley in episode 101 of The Waterfront. Cr. Dana Hawley/Netflix © 2025
The Waterfront. Holt McCallany as Harlan Buckley in episode 102 of The Waterfront. Cr. Dana Hawley/Netflix © 2025
