UK viewers can finally dive into the chaotic, gun-toting world of a smash-hit US drama, as The Hunting Wives has officially landed on ITVX. The series, which garnered a staggering 5.2 million views on its Netflix debut in the US, is now available for British audiences to stream in full.
From Texas to the UK: A Saucy Saga Unfolds
Based on May Cobb's novel of the same name, the show follows Sophie, played by Brittany Snow, who relocates to the fictional town of Maple Brook, Texas. She is swiftly drawn into the orbit of Margo, portrayed by Malin Åkerman, the leader of a provocative clique of conservative women known as the Hunting Wives.
The plot thickens with the murder of a local cheerleader, throwing the community into disarray and inviting intense scrutiny. What follows is a twist-filled narrative packed with sex, secrets, and dangerous games, described by one viewer on Google as "fantastically naughty."
Critical Reception and Fan Demand
The series has earned a respectable 76% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes, with reviewers acknowledging its addictive, soap-style appeal. John Stark of Mac the Movie Guy noted it knows "exactly which buttons to push" to keep audiences hooked on its whodunit mystery.
While some have pointed out occasional plot holes, the consensus among fans is to enjoy the ride without overthinking. The cast also includes Evan Jonigkeit, Katie Lowes, Dermot Mulroney, Jaime Ray Newman, and Chrissy Metz.
Season Two is Already on the Way
For UK fans just starting the first season, there's exciting news: production on Season 2 is already underway. According to Deadline, the show has been renewed for a global Netflix release, meaning British viewers won't face a long delay after the US premiere this time.
Brittany Snow and Malin Åkerman are set to return, with the story picking up where the finale left off. The official logline teases that old secrets and new enemies will force Sophie and Margo back together, posing the question: "Are they the hunters or the hunted?"
The next instalment, from Lionsgate and 3 Arts Entertainment, will again be executive produced by author May Cobb, creator Rebecca Cutter, and Erwin Stoff of 3 Arts.
The Hunting Wives is available to stream now on ITVX.
