Netflix’s The Waterfront Crime Drama Debuts Spotlighting North Carolina Fishing Empire

Netflix's new crime drama, The Waterfront, follows the Buckley family, who have long dominated the fishing and restaurant industries in the fictional coastal town of Havenport, North Carolina. The family faces financial ruin, leading them to re-enter the dangerous world of drug smuggling, which threatens to destroy their empire. Central to the story is patriarch Harlan Buckley, who is recovering from two heart attacks and struggles with health issues exacerbated by the family's risky decisions. The series explores themes of loyalty, legacy, and the consequences of desperate choices, with a cast led by Holt McCallany, Maria Bello, and Jake Weary. Inspired by true events and executive produced by Kevin Williamson, the show has been compared to Ozark and Succession for its intense family drama and suspense. The series has garnered attention for its complex characters and gripping storyline, portraying a family's fight to protect their legacy against mounting threats.