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The Waterfront

TV·2025–2025·Netflix·Drama, Crime·48m·6.4·Created by Kevin Williamson

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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 recovers from two heart attacks, and his wife Belle and son Cane 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 — 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.

Cast

Holt McCallanyHolt McCallanyHarlan BuckleyMelissa BenoistMelissa BenoistBree BuckleyJake WearyJake WearyCane BuckleyRafael L. SilvaRafael L. SilvaShawn WilsonHumberly GonzálezHumberly GonzálezJenna TateDanielle CampbellDanielle CampbellPeyton BuckleyBrady HepnerBrady HepnerDiller HopkinsMaria BelloMaria BelloMae Buckley

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