Fans of Bridgerton seeking sharper edges and modern soundtracks will adore this rebellious take on 1870s culture clashes.
Series Analysis:
Apple TV+ injects Edith Wharton’s unfinished novel with a shot of modern adrenaline in The Buccaneers. This isn't your grandmother's period piece; it is a loud, champagne-soaked clash between New Money energy and Old World stagnation. The American invaders—led by the spirited Nan St. George—don't just seek titles; they dismantle the rigid social hierarchy of 1870s London one scandal at a time. After a cliffhanger that left a marriage in ruins and a sister on the run, the agonizing wait for news on the next chapter rivals the tension of a royal courtship. To secure your invitation the moment the season resumes, tracking the series now is the only socially acceptable choice.
Tone: Lavish, Spirited, Scandalous
Last Updated: August 2025