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Today, we spotlight Love in Fairhope, a 2023 Hulu original TV series from producer Reese Witherspoon's Hello Sunshine media company and the producers of Vanderpump Rules. Narrated by Heather Graham, the series brings the authentic, picturesque charm of the small town of Fairhope, Alabama, right to your screen, wherever you are. This unique, reality-romance show follows five women at different life stages. The backdrop? Our idyllic tight-knit community on Alabama's beautiful Mobile Bay where everyone knows everybody.
With Fairhope's stunning coastal backdrop and a blend of genuine events and fantasy, Love in Fairhope offers audiences a glamorous peek into the heartfelt love stories of residents in our incredible community. Our town is a perfect setting for romance, whether you’re a local or a newcomer, so the 2023 Hulu original series filmed on location is a delightful escape into the world of life and love in Fairhope, Alabama.
What Is Love in Fairhope About?
Love in Fairhope is a reality show about five women's journey to finding true love in Fairhope, Alabama, navigating the modern dating world and relationships, figuring out life, and connecting with their true passions. The five leading ladies are women at different stages of life, so each of their storylines has something to captivate romantics of all ages. The show is billed as where fantasy and reality collide, particularly when it comes to love and romance.
Is Love in Fairhope a Reality Show?
Love in Fairhope is technically not a reality show—at least, not in a conventional sense.
Many reality romance shows are entirely scripted. Their couples often don't genuinely feel the real-life love and chemistry they depict on screen, and a producer often orchestrates their interactions line-by-line.
Is Love in Fairhope Real?
Although Love in Fairhope is not totally spontaneous, it is considered an unscripted series because the drama and romance among the leading ladies on screen are enhanced; each episode is a fantasy reinterpretation of actual events that have taken place in their lives. Showrunners estimate that 60 percent of the show is documentary, and the rest is scripted.
Additionally, the series' stars are actual Fairhope residents; some were born and raised here, some have come back to Fairhope after failed big city flings, and others are here for the series. Real people star in the show; in lieu of on-camera interviews, Heather Graham's narration moves the storyline forward. In fact, the show's story inspired show creator Lauren Weber to leave Los Angeles, California and find her own new love interest on the Alabama coast.
Where Was Love in Fairhope Filmed?
Filming for Love in Fairhope takes place here in Fairhope, Alabama, in areas that highlight the beauty of Mobile Bay.
If you've never visited Fairhope before, you might wonder why Reese and the other producers chose our small Alabama town as the setting for their Hulu show. However, if you were to ask someone who knows Fairhope well, they can give you many reasons why it is such a good idea:
- Fairhope is beautiful in an idyllic, artsy way. It features a beautiful bay with a pier and park, proximity to white sandy beaches, captivating nature preserves, and more. It is the perfect backdrop for falling in love!
- Fairhope is a tight-knit community, making filming in public less of a hassle.
- Fairhope is an awe-inspiring destination that blends unique attractions and natural beauty (ideal for any date night!).
When Was Love in Fairhope Filmed?
Filming for Love in Fairhope took place in 2022, but production did not wrap up until 2023 toward the start of spring.
How to Watch Love in Fairhope
You can stream Love in Fairhope on Hulu or Disney+ at any time for free with ads or binge-watch it ad-free with the streaming service's paid subscription. The show did not air on regular cable TV but began exclusively airing episodes on Hulu in the fall of 2023.
How Many Episodes Are in Love in Fairhope?
Love in Fairhope is a nine-episode series you can stream now on Hulu and Disney+. Each episode is approximately 25 minutes long.
Will There Be a Season 2 of Love in Fairhope?
If a second season of Love in Fairhope is in the works, the producers and cast have successfully kept it a secret from fans and the internet (for now). Showrunner Lauren Weber has expressed interest in a Season 2, however!
Love in Fairhope has amassed an enthusiastic fan base on several social media platforms after the premiere date; much of the fan content involves begging the creators for another season!
A note to parents from The Fairhope Store: Love in Fairhope is rated TV-14. Before watching this show with younger or sensitive audiences, parents should know that some scenes depict instances of alcohol consumption, people under the influence of alcohol, kissing, mild cursing, and conversations/suggestive scenes alluding to adult activities.