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Cosmopolitan
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
The Buccaneers Season 2 Schedule: Here's When New Episodes Come Out
It's here! After what has felt like an eternity, The Buccaneers is finally arriving on Apple TV+ for season 2, nearly two years on from it's original premiere. So, when does the show arrive on Apple TV+? The historical drama series is based on Edith Wharton's final novel of the same name, and season 2 will see the girls firmly take up their places in England. Nan is now the most influential woman in the country and Conchita is now Lady Brightlingsea. There's also the arrival of one very iconic cast member joining the lineup as Leighton Meester is set to appear in season 2. So are you ready to dive in for another series of scandal, society and secrets? Here's what time the series drops on Apple TV+. Get ready folks, because the first episode of The Buccaneers season two premieres on Apple TV+ today, June 18! There will be eight episodes in season 2, which will be released weekly every Wednesday. The season has eight episodes total, and episodes drop weekly on Wednesdays through August 6. So that means the schedule will be... The Buccaneers season 2 premieres June 18 on Apple TV+.
Daily Record
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Period drama compared to Bridgerton but fans have a big complaint
The Buccaneers has not been well received by viewers, who have branded the period drama 'lame' and 'odd' as they compare it to Netflix hit Bridgerton for all the wrong reasons The 2023 period drama, The Buccaneers, has been met with a mixed reception since it premiered earning a modest 76% on Rotten Tomatoes alongside a slew of negative critiques. Adapting an incomplete Edith Wharton novel, The Buccaneers transports its audience back to the ostentatious Gilded Age. It's the 1870s in England where the television series chronicles the exploits of five wealthy and enterprising American women navigating the upper echelons of London society. The quintet arrives in London at the pinnacle of the debutante season, with their eyes set on finding well-suited husbands amidst attending opulent weddings. The series is a whirlwind of culture shocks, burgeoning romance, challenges to tradition, and camaraderie, as the ladies rub elbows with the crème de la crème. A review on Rotten Tomatoes write: "Poorly written and acted period drama with an interesting premise. The premise of the Buccaneers is that boisterous Americans visit stodgy England to find marriages. "The idea is that the class of cultures will lead to sparks flying and plenty of engaging drama. "Unfortunately, the writing is stiff and awkward, and the performances are expressionless and limited in breadth", reports the Express. The series showcases a new brigade of stars, featuring Kristine Froseth, Alisha Boe, Aubri Ibrag, Josie Totah, and Imogen Waterhouse at the core of its narrative. Yet, despite fresh faces, opinions on their performances are deeply divided among the audience. One critic doesn't hold back: "I couldn't watch past the first episode. There's not one likeable character, and the soundtrack grates worse than nails on a chalkboard. It's just a seriously irritating show. Can we have a back-to-basics period drama sometime, please? All this updating and reimagining just isn't working." A central bone of contention for many viewers is the apparent mimicking of the widely acclaimed Netflix sensation, Bridgerton. One comment encapsulates this sentiment: "Trying too hard to be another Bridgerton - very lame," reads the review. "I love a costume drama, but I had to abandon it. Won't watch more." Another viewer added: "The pacing is odd, the plot is odd, and the lack of any authenticity is odd. "For context, I'm a big fan of Bridgerton and My Lady Jane - but this was difficult to watch." Despite the attempt to breathe new life into an old tale over two seasons, it appears that the latest adaptation has missed the mark with some spectators. However, it's not all bleak as there are viewers who see the show in a different light, with one even suggesting it's imbued with "magic". They wrote: "If you're used to classic period dramas, the outspoken, rowdy American girls will feel cringey for an episode or two. But the magic in this is the contrast between the new-money Americans and the strangled politeness of the British high society. The collision of these two worlds becomes very high stakes when the main characters contemplate the reality of an eternity, trapped without the freedom they've taken for granted." For those curious to see how 'The Buccaneers' stacks up against shows like 'Bridgerton', all episodes are currently available for streaming on Amazon Prime.
Cosmopolitan
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
What time is The Buccaneer released on Apple TV+ in the UK?
It's here! After what has felt like an eternity The Buccaneers is finally arriving on Apple TV+ for season two, nearly two years on from it's original premiere. So, what time does the show arrive on Apple TV+ tomorrow? The historical drama series is based on Edith Wharton's final novel of the same name, and season two will see the girls firmly take up their places in England. Nan is now the most influential woman in the country and Conchita is now Lady Brightlingsea. There's also the arrival of one very iconic cast member joining the lineup as Leighton Meester is set to appear in season two. So are you ready to dive in for another series of scandal, society and secrets? Here's what time the series drops on Apple TV+. Get ready folks as there's less than 24 hours to go until the first episode of The Buccaneers season two premieres on Apple TV+, with the series starting on 18 June. There will be eight episodes in season two, which will be released weekly every Wednesday. While we are very much supportive of staying up late to watch your favourite TV show drop the new episode, there's not really much point doing it for The Buccaneers as the show doesn't land on Apple TV+ until 8am BST on the morning of 18 June here in the UK. Not based in the UK? Here's what time The Buccaneers lands on Apple TV+ where you are: The Buccaneers season 2 is available from 18 June on Apple TV+
Metro
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Fans have days to binge 'addictive' historic drama before the new season
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Period drama lovers have just days to race through this underrated Apple TV Plus show, The Buccaneers, ahead of the second season. The eight-episode first season is based on classic novelist Edith Wharton's unfinished novel and offers a modern take on the lives of a group of New York debutantes sent to London to find husbands. Set during the Gilded Age, we meet Conchita (Alisha Boe), Lizzy (Aubri Ibrag), Mabel (Josie Totah), Jinny (Imogen Waterhouse) and Nan (Kristine Froseth, lifelong friends about to encounter plenty of heartbreak, love and scandal. Originally released in 2023, the synopsis reads: 'A group of fun-loving American girls burst onto the scene in tightly corseted 1870s London kicking off an Anglo-American cultural clash. 'Sent to secure husbands and status, the buccaneers' hearts are set on much more than that.' The show comes across as a fusion of Julian Fellowes' Gilded Age and Netflix's Bridgerton – fusing the more serious themes of the period aesthetic with the current trend of forward-looking historic dramas, dubbed by some as 'anachronistic'. Although it gets off to a rocky start for some viewers, it has won countless fans over by the end with its refreshing ensemble cast. The first season landed an impressive 93% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. 'Very easy and enjoyable to watch, pure escapism, loveable characters, beautiful scenery and costumes, great soundtrack,' user Kate C wrote. 'I love everything about this show. Truly magical. A must watch for sure!' Freya C added. 'Love this version of Edith Wharton… it works brilliantly on so many levels.. roll on season 2,' L S shared. 'It's intelligent, well-acted, funny, uplifting and addictive!' Patrick G said. 'It had absolutely everything and more you would want in a period drama. It also covered a lot of interesting topics such as women having to be silent, abuse, loveless marriages, and unfaithfulness. Our main group of women prove themselves a powerful ensemble cast with vivacious personalities. Far from my initial impression of a shallow drama with trite love triangles, predictable affairs and stereotypical aristocracy, this only scratches the surface. Don't get me wrong, for people who love those soap operatic style storylines, there is still plenty to sink your teeth into, but the show also goes much deeper than that – as proven by season two. 'It started with annoying Americans laughing and being silly, but managed to transform into each character having a really important story,' Jemma CC said on Google Reviews. Nisha Bhatt echoed: 'I can't say enjoyed the premise or the first episode too much but the character development is truly the best part of this show. Unlike several other shows, the side characters have some the best storytelling and leave you wanting to watch the show again.' More Trending 'Everyone needs to watch The Buccaneers is so cute and addictive,' @anyasunrise wrote over on X. The show may not be to everyone's taste, however, so proceed with caution. Some have called it out for 'poor writing', the lack of 'historical accuracy' and 'ridiculous storylines', with some unhappy with how the main character, Nan, is characterised. The second season will introduce Gossip Girl star Leighton Meester and pick up right from where the show left off after that dramatic season one cliffhanger. View More » The Buccaneers season one is available to stream on Apple TV Plus. Season two starts airing weekly on Wednesday, June 18. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Owen Wilson addresses claim his new TV show is the 'next Ted Lasso' MORE: Thriller that 'deserves to be bigger than Line of Duty' is back very soon MORE: 13 of the best and most blood-curdling shark movies streaming right now
Metro
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
This 'hidden gem' period drama took me by surprise – I'm now obsessed
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video I remember rolling my eyes when I first heard the premise for Apple TV Plus's new period drama – The Buccaneers. Now, I'm up at midnight crying my eyes out as I binge my way through the new season. The show is based on Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Edith Wharton's final unfinished novel of the same name. Her repertoire chronicles the complex lives of those living in the upper class echelons in the US around the end of the 19th century. In the case of The Buccaneers, we follow a group of New York debutantes shipped off to London to find husbands. This thoroughly contemporary adaptation, using a 21st century soundtrack and an ethos of female and LGBTQ+ empowerment throughout, was not originally my cup of tea. I usually find modern takes on period dramas hit and miss, and although they can sometimes be groundbreaking (see Apple TV+'s Dickinson), other times the historical leniency can take you out of the story (say with Reign or even shows like mammoth hit Bridgerton). So, I went into the first season expecting to dislike the merging of the US and UK aesthetic and perhaps cringe at the on-the-nose ways they try to bring it to the 21st century. I was quickly proven wrong. Our main group of women – Conchita (Alisha Boe), Lizzy (Aubri Ibrag), Mabel (Josie Totah), Jinny (Imogen Waterhouse) and Nan (Kristine Froseth) – prove themselves a powerful ensemble cast with vivacious personalities. Far from my initial impression of a shallow drama with trite love triangles, predictable affairs and stereotypical aristocracy, this only scratches the the surface. Don't get me wrong, for people who love those soap operatic style storylines, there is still plenty to sink your teeth into, but the show also goes much deeper than that – as proven by season two. Despite already being convinced by the show, the second season still managed to take me by surprise by never going where I expected it to. Instead, the show flies off in a completely different, often more refreshing, direction. It's clear in this second season that the show takes the responsibility of portraying both the joy and hardships that women faced in this period seriously. The Buccaneers allows those moments of solidarity and the celebration of womanhood in all of its glory to shine while still giving the space and depth to explore the tougher aspects, always ending on a hopeful note. We delve into everything from the consequences of domestic violence to the misogynistic judicial system to compulsory heterosexuality, and our heroines fight for a just world. The leading men – such as Nan's love interest Guy (Matthew Broome) and her husband Theo (Guy Remmers) – are also given room to breathe this season and grow as characters in their own right beyond the situationships they have been thrust into. In many ways, love takes a backseat this season. The show ambitiously tries to balance its wide-ranging storylines in a fast-paced eight-episode series and doesn't always succeed. There were times when the pacing came across as confusing, either too abrupt or too slow. More Trending We see this with Leighton Meester's newly introduced character when she disappears for large chunks of time impacting her character development and the audience's relationship with her. Elsewhere, although I enjoyed most of the avenues the story explored, there were times when the story beat or dialogue felt rushed or out of nowhere – simply put there to advance the story forward. For the most part,however, The Buccaneers gets the balance between light-hearted and serious just right, which makes for a delightful and gripping watch that could be just your cup of tea. View More » The Buccaneers season two will premiere on Apple TV+ on Wednesday, June 18 and air weekly until August 6. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Owen Wilson addresses claim his new TV show is the 'next Ted Lasso' MORE: Thriller that 'deserves to be bigger than Line of Duty' is back very soon MORE: 13 of the best and most blood-curdling shark movies streaming right now
