Ryan Murphy’s nine-part melodrama, ‘Love Story,’ culminates in the tragic events of a vanishing plane, family notifications, and scattered ashes, recounting the ill-fated marriage of Carolyn Bessette and John F. Kennedy Jr. Despite its ‘unapologetically schmaltzy’ nature, this rendition of the Camelot myth continues to captivate audiences. This week, Disney+ announced that ‘Love Story’ has become the most-streamed drama in the platform’s history. A surprising sleeper hit, the series saw a significant surge in viewership, with later episodes attracting 50% more global viewers than its February pilot, driven by strong social media engagement and positive word-of-mouth.
‘Unapologetically schmaltzy’: how Love Story became Disney+’s most-streamed drama ever
By Rupert Blackwood
Investigative journalist based in Sheffield, focusing on technology's impact on society. Rupert specializes in cybercrime's effect on communities, from online fraud targeting elderly residents to cryptocurrency scams. His reporting examines social media manipulation, digital surveillance, and how criminal networks operate in cyberspace. With expertise in computer systems, he connects technical complexity with real-world consequences for ordinary people