The Waterfront (2025): Release Date, Cast, Story, Photos, Trailer & Everything You Need to Know
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The Waterfront Series Details
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genres | Crime, Drama, Family |
| Season | 1 |
| No. of Episodes | 8 |
| Release date | June 19, 2025 |
| Running time | 45min |
| Age rating | TV-MA |
| Starring | Holt McCallany, Melissa Benoist, Jake Weary |
| Created by | Kevin Williamson |
| Directed by | Erica Dunton, Liz Friedlander, Marcos Siega |
| Written by | Kevin Williamson, Lloyd Gilyard Jr., Brenna Kouf, Michael Narducci, Hannah Schneider, Katelyn Crabb |
| Executive producers | Marcos Siega, Ben Fast, Kevin Williamson |
| Cinematography by | Ramsey Nickell, Itai Ne’eman |
| Edited by | Hilary Bolger |
| Music by | John Frizzell |
| Filming locations | Wilmington, North Carolina, USA |
| Production Company | Outerbanks Entertainment, Universal Television |
| Original Network | Netflix |
The Waterfront Cast & Characters
- Maria Bello (NCIS, A History of Violence) as Mae Buckley
- Melissa Benoist (Supergirl, Glee) as Bree Buckley
- Danielle Campbell (The Originals, Tell Me a Story) as Peyton Buckley
- Humberly González (Ginny & Georgia, Utopia Falls) as Jenna Tate
- Brady Hepner (The Black Phone, Chicago Fire) as Diller Hopkins
- Holt McCallany (Mindhunter, Fight Club) as Harlan Buckley
- Rafael L. Silva (9-1-1: Lone Star, The Corps) as Shawn Wilson
- Jake Weary (Animal Kingdom, It Follows) as Cane Buckley
- Andrew Call (Z: The Beginning of Everything, American Rust) as Deputy Sawyer
- Gerardo Celasco (Passions, National Treasure: Edge of History) as DEA Agent Marcus Sanchez
- Michael Gaston (The Man in the High Castle, The Leftovers) as Sheriff Clyde Porter
- Topher Grace (That ’70s Show, Home Economics) as Grady
- Zach Roerig (The Vampire Diaries, Dare Me) as Troy
- Dave Annable (Special Ops: Lioness)
The Waterfront Storyline (Plot)
A prominent North Carolina fishing family wades into treacherous waters to keep their crumbling business empire afloat.
The Waterfront Episodes
Short Descriptions of The Waterfront Episodes
Episode 1
When a suspicious shipwreck draws the eyes of the law, the fractured Buckley family must put aside their grievances to cover their tracks.
Episode 2
Cane and Harlan take bigger risks to keep the business running. Bree seeks proof to confirm her suspicions about her family.
Episode 3
As Harlan re-enters a risky alliance tied to the family’s past, Belle makes quiet moves to protect what’s left of their legacy.
Episode 4
Cane works to contain the growing fallout at home. Harlan connects with a new player — and learns the rules of the game have changed.
Episode 5
As pressure mounts and operations get riskier, Belle and Harlan struggle to keep a low profile. Old wounds resurface between Cane and Bree.
Episode 6
Belle receives upsetting news about the family’s future. A hunting trip troubles the fragile alliance between Harlan and Grady. Bree makes a confession.
Episode 7
Hoping to regain control of his operation, Harlan tries to outmaneuver an imminent threat. A violent warning shakes the Buckley family to its core.
Episode 8
As tensions flare, a dangerous standoff at sea brings the Buckleys face-to-face with their enemies.
The Waterfront Release Date
The Waterfront released on Netflix on June 19, 2025.
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About The Waterfront Series
The Waterfront is a Netflix drama series created by Kevin Williamson, known for Scream, Dawson’s Creek, and The Vampire Diaries. Set in the fictional coastal town of Havenport, North Carolina, the series follows the Buckley family as they navigate the challenges of maintaining their fishing empire amidst personal and professional turmoil.
The series starring Holt McCallany, Melissa Benoist, and Jake Weary in the lead roles, Outerbanks Entertainment and Universal Television produce the series.
Filming for the series took place between August 2024 and December 2024 in Wilmington and Southport, North Carolina.
When will the The Waterfront be released?
The Waterfront released on Netflix on June 19, 2025.
Where to watch The Waterfront Netflix series?
The Waterfront is available on Netflix from June 19, 2025.
How many episodes are in The Waterfront?
The series consist of eight episodes.
Who is the creator of The Waterfront Netflix series?
Kevin Williamson is a creator of The Waterfront Netflix series.
Who are the lead cast in The Waterfront Netflix series?
Holt McCallany, Melissa Benoist, and Jake Weary are the main lead cast in The Waterfront Netflix series.
Is there a trailer for the The Waterfront?
The Waterfront will release a trailer soon.