Can a Nantucket getaway help heal the scars of sudden loss?
In short: When food influencer Hollis Shaw loses her husband, she turns her home into a five-star retreat. She invites four women from different stages of her life to Nantucket, hoping to find solace. Instead, the weekend pushes boundaries and exposes secrets that change the group forever.
Based on Elin Hilderbrand's 2023 novel, the Peacock series premiered on July 9, 2026. Jennifer Garner stars as Hollis Shaw, who manages her sorrow by hosting an upscale retreat for four companions: childhood pal Tatum (Chloë Sevigny), college acquaintance Dru-Ann (Regina Hall), motherhood friend Brooke (D'Arcy Carden), and Gigi (Gemma Chan), a pilot met via social media. The drama was developed by Bekah Brunstetter, who also serves as an executive producer. Minkie Spiro directed the production and also acts as an executive producer. Additionally, Beth Schacter contributed to the writing and executive production.
The production saw significant momentum following its release. After receiving positive critical reception, Peacock renewed the series for a second season on August 5, 2026. The cast features several series regulars, including Timothy Olyphant, and recurring actors such as Josh Hamilton, who portrays Hollis's late husband, Matthew. Filming for the series occurred on a Los Angeles sound stage during 2025. Production also took place on Nantucket throughout September 2025. The series is produced by Universal Content Productions.
Critical reception has been largely favorable. On Rotten Tomatoes, the series holds a 90% approval rating from 31 reviews, with an average critic score of 6.6/10. With 19 reviews, Metacritic gave a 68/100 rating, denoting 'generally favorable' feedback. Reviewers highlighted the veteran actresses' acting, observing that the series' comedic elements and friendship motifs connect with audiences. The Rotten Tomatoes critics' consensus notes that the show's humor and themes of friendship are particularly soothing.
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