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Peacock Launches “Five Star Weekend” — Garner Stars, Affair Unveiled

7/10/2026

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Summary

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Peacock launched the eight-episode series The Five Star Weekend in the United States on July 9, 2026.
Jennifer Garner (actress) stars as food influencer Hollis Shaw and serves as executive producer.
Hollis Shaw invites friends Dru-Ann, Tatum, Brooke and Gigi to a Nantucket weekend after her husband Matthew dies in a car crash.
Gigi’s secret affair with Matthew is revealed near the finale, prompting heated confrontations.

History

Historical Context

Netflix’s 2013 launch of House of Cards, its first high-budget original series funded with $100 million and drawing 13 million viewers, proved that streaming services could rival network TV. That success spurred other platforms to chase star power, leading NBCUniversal’s Peacock to debut The Five Star Weekend starring Jennifer Garner on July 9 2026, aiming to boost subscriber growth.

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Story summary

Peacock launched the eight-episode series The Five Star Weekend in the United States on July 9, 2026.
Jennifer Garner (actress) stars as food influencer Hollis Shaw and serves as executive producer.
Hollis Shaw invites friends Dru-Ann, Tatum, Brooke and Gigi to a Nantucket weekend after her husband Matthew dies in a car crash.
Gigi’s secret affair with Matthew is revealed near the finale, prompting heated confrontations.

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