Sweet Magnolias is an American romantic drama series developed by Sheryl J. Anderson, based on Sherryl Woods' novels. Starring JoAnna Garcia Swisher, Brooke Elliott, and Heather Headley, the show premiered on Netflix on May 19, 2020. A second season followed on February 4, 2022, and a third premiered on July 20, 2023. The series follows the lives and friendships of three South Carolina women as they navigate love, careers, and family in the charming town of Serenity. Netflix renewed the show for a fourth season, which premiered on February 6, 2025.
September 27, 2018: Sweet Magnolias Series Order
On September 27, 2018, Netflix ordered the first season of Sweet Magnolias.
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May 20, 2019: Initial Casting Announcement
On May 20, 2019, the initial lead cast of Sweet Magnolias, including Monica Potter, Brooke Elliott, and Heather Headley, was revealed.
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July 1, 2019: Additional Casting Announcement
On July 1, 2019, Chris Klein, Jamie Lynn Spears, and Justin Bruening joined the cast of Sweet Magnolias.
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July 8, 2019: Filming Begins
Principal photography for Sweet Magnolias commenced on July 8, 2019, in Covington, Georgia.
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August 1, 2019: Lead Recasting
JoAnna Garcia Swisher replaced Monica Potter as Maddie Townsend on August 1, 2019.
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May 19, 2020: Sweet Magnolias Season 1 Premiere
On May 19, 2020, the first season of Sweet Magnolias premiered on Netflix.
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July 2020: Sweet Magnolias Season 2 Renewal
Netflix renewed Sweet Magnolias for a second season in July 2020.
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July 23, 2020: Sweet Magnolias Season 2 Renewal
Netflix renewed Sweet Magnolias for a second season on July 23, 2020.
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May 4, 2021: Recurring Cast Promoted
Dion Johnstone and Brandon Quinn were promoted to series regulars for the second season on May 4, 2021.
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February 4, 2022: Sweet Magnolias Season 2 Premiere
On February 4, 2022, the second season of Sweet Magnolias was released.
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May 4, 2022: Sweet Magnolias Season 3 Renewal
On May 4, 2022, Netflix renewed Sweet Magnolias for a third season.
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May 2022: Sweet Magnolias Season 3 Renewal
Sweet Magnolias was renewed for a third season in May 2022.
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June 9, 2023: Recasting Announcement
Ella Grace Helton replaced Bianca Berry Tarantino for the third season on June 9, 2023.
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July 20, 2023: Sweet Magnolias Season 3 Premiere
The third season of Sweet Magnolias premiered on July 20, 2023.
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October 2023: Sweet Magnolias Season 4 Renewal
In October 2023, Sweet Magnolias was renewed for a fourth season.
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October 19, 2023: Sweet Magnolias Season 4 Renewal
Netflix renewed Sweet Magnolias for a fourth season on October 19, 2023.
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