Sweet Magnoliasseason 4’s release date has been confirmed. Based on the popular books of the same name by Sherryl Woods, who is an executive producer on the show, the storyfollows close friends Maddie (JoAnna Garcia Swisher), Dana Sue (Brooke Elliott), and Helen (Heather Headley) as they deal with changes in their personal lives.Sweet Magnoliasseason 3 wrapped upin July 2023, with one lingering cliffhanger, and the renewal was announced in October.
TVLineshares that the ten-episodeSweet Magnoliasseason 4 will be released on Netflix on February 6. The release date news comes with photos of Maddie, Dana Sue, and Helen, as they are smiling and enjoying each other’s company. But the synopsis from Netflix teases a bit of trouble ahead. Check out the images below:
What Sweet Magnolias Season 4 Means For The Show
It’s The Holidays
According to the synopsis shared with the photos,Sweet Magnoliasseason 4will move from Halloween to Christmas. That will mark a first for the Netflix show, in terms of celebrating the holidays. The romantic drama’s comeback also teases heartbreak ahead, with the main trio dealing with the return of old foes and the loss of great loves. The full synopsis is included below:
“Sweet Magnolias season 4 takes us from Halloween to Christmas, with surprising laughter, unexpected heartbreak and renewed resolve along the way. While negotiating the twists and turns of their romantic lives, Maddie, Dana Sue, and Helen must also navigate the return of old foes, the loss of great loves, and the pain of transition from past dreams to present ones.”
“As the men in their lives pursue their own dreams and the teenagers take uneasy steps toward adulthood, the Magnolias support each other with creative problem-solving, deep-hearted commitment, and — as always — weekly margaritas.”
The upcoming episodes will also contend with the fact thatBill Townsend (Chris Klein) is the biological father of Isaac(Chris Medlin). But outside of that, there wasn’t a lot of angst to unpack for the hit Netflix adaptation. Dana Sue and Ronnie (Brandon Quinn) renewed their vows. As for Helen, she caught the bouquet and teased a potential romance with Erik (Dion Johnstone). Lastly, Maddie is still going strong with Cal (Justin Bruening).
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The series' return will bring out the welcome mat for one of Netflix’s biggest titles, which has quietly dominated the charts since its 2020 debut. Although it doesn’t tend to generate massive headlines, the viewership ofSweet Magnoliasat its strongest matches some of the biggest streaming successes.
Our Take On Sweet Magnolias' Return
It Has An Audience Waiting
Sheryl J. Anderson returns as showrunner and executive producer for the upcoming installment, continuing a fresh chapter for a romantic adaptation, whichhas drawn billions of minutes viewedand has stood with streaming juggernauts likeSuitson the Nielsen charts. After such a long time away, it looks likeSweet Magnoliaswill be welcomed back with several new avenues to explore.
Sweet Magnolias
Cast
Sweet Magnolias is a Netflix original series that began streaming in May 2020. The series follows three best friends, played by JoAnna Garcia Swisher, Brooke Elliott, and Heather Headley, as they navigate life and support each other in South Carolina. The show is based on the novel of the same name by Sherryl Woods.
