FX’s ‘Love Story’ Becomes Hulu’s Top Limited Series Hit
FX’s “Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette” has become Hulu’s most-watched limited series to date. Since its premiere on February 12, the series, created by Ryan Murphy, has recorded over 25 million streaming hours across its first five episodes.
Growing Popularity
The demand for “Love Story” continues to escalate. Notably, Episode 5 experienced a viewer increase of 51% compared to the initial episode. This surge highlights the show’s compelling narrative and its growing fan base.
Social Media Impact
Social media engagement surrounding “Love Story” has skyrocketed. Searches for both JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette rose over 9100% in the past month. Additionally, the hashtag #lovestory has generated more than 21 million posts worldwide.
Retail and Hospitality Boost
- C.O. Bigelow, the shop featuring Bessette’s iconic tortoise shell headband, reported record accessory sales in its 188-year history.
- Panna II, the East Village restaurant where JFK Jr. and Bessette had their first date, has seen a 40% rise in reservations.
Series Overview
“Love Story” captures the romantic yet tragic relationship of JFK Jr. and Bessette, commencing with their first meeting. The series features a talented cast, including:
- Paul Anthony Kelly as JFK Jr.
- Sarah Pidgeon as Carolyn Bessette
- Grace Gummer as Caroline Kennedy
- Naomi Watts as Jackie O
- Alessandro Nivola as Calvin Klein
Production Details
The series is produced by 20th Television and created by Connor Hines. Key executive producers include Ryan Murphy, Nina Jacobson, and Max Winkler. Winkler also directed the pilot episode.
The sixth episode of “Love Story” will air on FX and stream on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ internationally.
