FX’s Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette: How To Watch The 9-Episode Tale Inspired By This Iconic Couple

The first installment of Ryan Murphy’s Love Story anthology series explores the undeniable chemistry, whirlwind courtship and high-profile marriage of one of the most iconic couples of the 20th century

John F. Kennedy Jr. was one of the most eligible bachelors of the 90s, until he met the beautiful and accomplished Carolyn Bessette. Here’s what you need to know about the new series, including release schedule, cast, and how to watch. 

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How can you watch FX’s Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette?

You can watch the three-episode premiere right now streaming on Disney+ for subscribers.* New episodes air weekly on Thursdays on FX and are available to stream same-day.

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What is FX’s Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette about?

FX’s Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette is a limited series that explores the undeniable chemistry, whirlwind courtship, and high-profile marriage of one of the most iconic couples of the 20th century. The first installment in Ryan Murphy’s Love Story anthology is inspired by Elizabeth Beller’s book Once Upon a Time: The Captivating Life of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy.

John F. Kennedy Jr. was the closest thing to American royalty. The country watched him grow from a boy to a beloved bachelor and media sensation. Carolyn Bessette was a star in her own right. Fiercely independent and with a singular style, she rose from being a sales assistant to an executive at Calvin Klein and became a trusted confidante of its eponymous founder. As their love story unfolded on a national stage, the intense fame and media attention that came along with it threatened to rip them apart. The series charts the complex and heartbreaking journey of a couple whose private love became a national obsession.

When did FX’s Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette premiere, and how many episodes are there?

The 3-episode premiere aired on FX on February 12 and became available to stream on Disney+ for subscribers* the same evening. There are nine episodes in total, releasing weekly, with the finale airing and streaming on April 2 and streaming the next day.

Is FX’s Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette inspired by a true story?

The series is inspired by Elizabeth Beller’s book Once Upon a Time: The Captivating Life of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, which charts Carolyn Bessette’s life story. The series explores the romance between Bessette and John F. Kennedy Jr., who was the son of President John F. Kennedy.

Who are the characters (and the actors who play them) in FX’s Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette?

John F. Kennedy Jr. (Paul Anthony Kelly)

A handsome and charming idealist determined to make his mark on the world, John was a fixture of American public life in both politics and pop culture.

Carolyn Bessette (Sarah Pidgeon)

An accomplished publicity executive at Calvin Klein and trusted confidante of its eponymous founder, Carolyn found that her marriage to John came with a level of scrutiny she wasn’t expecting.

Jackie Kennedy Onassis (Naomi Watts)

A cultural icon, Jackie is idolized for her style and grace. John and Caroline’s loving mother always had her children’s best interests at heart.

Caroline Kennedy (Grace Gummer)

Caroline and her brother, John, shared a close bond founded on loyalty and mutual respect.

Who is behind FX’s Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette?

Created by Connor Hines and produced by 20th Television, executive producers include Ryan Murphy, Nina Jacobson, Brad Simpson, Connor Hines, Eric Kovtun, Nissa Diederich, Scott Robertson, Monica Levinson, Kim Rosenstock, D.V. DeVincentis and Tanase Popa. Max Winkler executive-produced and directed the pilot episode.

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