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The Netflix series ‘Outer Banks’ is set to start filming its fifth and final season in Charleston. Despite ongoing legal issues linked to a tragic accident involving a cast member, the production will commence soon. The show, which has enhanced the local film industry, features iconic locations in the area. Meanwhile, related legal proceedings and community developments are also underway, highlighting the impact of the entertainment industry on local culture.
Charleston, SC – The popular Netflix series “Outer Banks” is set to kick off production for its fifth and final season in Charleston, amid ongoing legal issues stemming from a tragic accident involving one of its cast members. Filming is expected to commence in the next two weeks, as confirmed by actor Drew Starkey.
Since its premiere in 2019, “Outer Banks” has played a significant role in boosting the local film industry, featuring iconic Lowcountry locations such as The Wreck of the Richard and Charlene on Shem Creek and the Hunting Island Lighthouse in Beaufort County. Goose Creek native and series star Madelyn Cline expressed her gratitude for the concluding season in a recent TikTok video, highlighting the deep connections the cast and crew have forged within the community.
The production comes at a sensitive time, as LuJean Jennings has filed a civil lawsuit against Uptown Social, alleging that the bar over-served Virgil Price, who was involved in a fatal collision that claimed the life of Jennings’ son, Alexander “AJ” Dmitry Jennings, a stand-in actor for “Outer Banks.” On July 5, 2022, Jennings was struck by Price, who was intoxicated at the time of the incident. According to reports, Price had been drinking heavily at a party before arriving at Uptown Social, where he allegedly continued to consume alcohol.
The lawsuit asserts that Price was over-served at the bar, a claim that Uptown Social refutes, stating that it did not serve him that evening and emphasizing its commitment to responsible alcohol service policies. The legal proceedings are further complicated by a new liquor liability reform law set to take effect in January 2026, which could lessen the liability of bars and restaurants in cases involving intoxicated individuals.
In related news, recent data from the 2025 KIDS COUNT Data Book by the Annie E. Casey Foundation indicates a slight improvement in child well-being across South Carolina, which ranks 38th among states in the study. This comes as the Charleston County school board announces plans to replace its constituent boards with an Office of Investigations and Compliance dedicated to managing disciplinary hearings.
Traffic congestion is also a priority for Charleston, which is set to expand Maybank Highway on Johns Island in collaboration with local and state officials. Meanwhile, Mount Pleasant has initiated the formation of a tree task force aimed at preserving and enhancing the area’s tree canopy through community involvement.
Folly Beach is preparing to vote on a new action plan for transportation and traffic safety that seeks to improve safety while upholding local culture. Additionally, Michelin plans to unveil its inaugural American South dining guide in November, celebrating local restaurants and their contributions to the vibrant culinary scene.
Summerville is considering a proposed ordinance to prohibit illegal camping on public and private properties, which would empower law enforcement to remove encampments unless authorized by landowners.
As “Outer Banks” gears up for its final season production, the combination of the show’s cultural significance for Charleston and the ongoing legal case emphasizes the complex relationship between the entertainment industry and local communities. The upcoming filming is expected to draw attention from fans while also being monitored closely by those following the legal proceedings tied to the series’ production.
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