What Happened
The limited television series “Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Caroline Bessette” dramatizes the romance and tragic deaths of John F. Kennedy Jr. and his wife, Caroline Bessette. The fifth episode, titled “Battery Park,” is set to release on February 26, 2026, as part of a nine-episode anthology series airing on FX and Hulu.
Why It Matters
This series has garnered significant attention, achieving an 84% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics describe it as a fresh and emotional reinterpretation of the lives of one of America’s most intriguing couples. The show is part of the “American Story” anthology franchise, which includes other notable series such as “American Horror Story” and “American Crime Story.” The portrayal of their relationship is expected to resonate with both older audiences familiar with their story and younger viewers discovering it for the first time.
What’s Next
Following the release of the first three episodes on February 12, 2026, new episodes will continue to air weekly on Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT. As the series progresses, viewers can anticipate deeper explorations of the couple’s public and private lives, including the challenges they faced amidst media scrutiny.
