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Tom's Guide
2 days ago
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- Tom's Guide
Netflix drops first trailer for new mystery thriller series — and it looks like a twisty ride full of murder and secrets
Netflix has just dropped a trailer for the twist-filled thriller 'The Hunting Wives,' but here's a curveball: it didn't originate with Netflix. The new series was actually acquired from Starz, meaning it won't carry the streamer's original branding, but that's not stopping it from becoming a potential No. 1 hit when it debuts on July 21. Originally developed by Starz, the show quietly changed hands in a strategic move that now places it in front of Netflix's global audience. And if the trailer is anything to go by, this southern-set mystery could have viewers hooked. With a starry cast led by Brittany Snow and Malin Åkerman, the story follows a bored housewife who relocates to East Texas and falls in with a seductive clique of elite women, a decision that leads to obsession, betrayal, and ultimately, murder. Malin Akerman, Brittany Snow, Katie Lowes, Chrissy Metz, and Dermot Mulroney star in The Hunting Wives — a new series premiering July 21. When Sophie moves to East Texas, an intoxicating group of affluent women usher her into a world of seduction, jealousy, and murder. 9, 2025 The trailer for 'The Hunting Wives' introduces a group of wealthy women living lives of leisure, spending their days sipping cocktails, flirting, and shooting for sport. But their seemingly carefree world takes a dark and sudden turn when a night of fun spirals into chaos. Sophie (Snow) and Margo (Akerman) find themselves entangled in a deadly situation, forced to cover up a murder in a town where secrets run deep and trust is in short supply. As the pressure mounts, it becomes clear that betrayal could come from anywhere, even from those closest to them. For now, the new series appears to be available exclusively in the United States. While there's a chance it could be licensed in other countries later (especially if it becomes a breakout hit) it's currently geographically limited to the U.S. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. 'The Hunting Wives' centers on Sophie, a woman who relocates to a small town in Texas and quickly becomes entangled with a dazzling group of local wives. Their days are filled with high-end fashion, midday cocktails, and weekend hunting trips, but beneath the surface, there's far more going on. 'The Hunting Wives' is based on a bestselling novel, a sharp and sultry story that dives headfirst into the lives of wealthy southern women and the secrets they try to keep buried. As Sophie slips deeper into their seductive world, the dynamic begins to shift. The women (charmed by Sophie's quiet presence and mysterious past) become increasingly fixated on her. And while Sophie appears to be swept up in their allure, she may be hiding a few secrets of her own. At the center of it all is Margo, the group's leader. She takes a special interest in Sophie, even confiding personal details as their bond intensifies. But things start to spiral as Margo's husband (Dermot Mulroney) launches a political campaign, forcing her to clean up her image. The cast also includes Evan Jonigkeit as Sophie's husband, Graham, Chrissy Metz as Starr, a devout outsider who doesn't fit in with the elite wives, and Katie Lowes as Jill, a pastor's wife with a fierce maternal streak. Jaime Ray Newman plays Callie, a sharp-shooting member of the inner circle, and George Ferrier rounds out the group as Brad, whose 'charm hides darker layers.' 'The Hunting Wives' is based on May Cobb's bestselling novel, a sharp and sultry story that dives headfirst into the lives of wealthy southern women and the secrets they try to keep buried. The series comes from showrunner Rebecca Cutter, best known for 'Hightown' and 'Gotham.' Season 1 will feature eight episodes in total, with composer Jeff Danna behind the score. Judging by the newly released trailer, this looks like a twist-filled binge-watch, and I'm certain it will climb the ranks in Netflix's top 10 list based on the intriguing premise alone. While it's not labeled a Netflix original, 'The Hunting Wives' seems to have the right ingredients to draw viewers in with its dark twists and southern setting. Set to premiere on U.S. Netflix on July 21, it will be interesting to see how viewers respond once it's released since there hasn't been much build-up.
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
‘The Hunting Wives' Moves To Netflix For U.S. Following Lionsgate & Starz Separation; Premiere Date Set
EXCLUSIVE: The upcoming thriller drama The Hunting Wives, previously set at Starz, has a new home. Netflix has picked up the exclusive U.S. rights to the series, starring Malin Åkerman and Brittany Snow, which comes from showrunner Rebecca Cutter (Hightown), Lionsgate Television and 3 Arts Entertainment. It will debut on the streamer on July 21. The Hunting Wives, an adaptation of May Cobb's best selling novel, was greenlighted by Starz in October 2023 when the network was part of Lionsgate, with Lionsgate Television serving as its in-house studio. The show, also starring Dermot Mulroney and Chrissy Metz, was filmed last year and is now completed and in the can. More from Deadline Why 'Ballerina' Isn't Springing Into The Rafters With A $25M-$27M Opening - Saturday AM Box Office Update Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms & Netflix Unveil Creative Partnership Netflix Shareholders Vote Out Board Member In Rare Repudiation; Streamer Weighs Resignation Offer According to sources, as part of Lionsgate and Starz's separation agreement, which came into effect May 7, Lionsgate Television negotiated the acquisition of The Hunting Wives' rights back from Starz as the studio executives felt that there was a better opportunity for a multi-season run on another platform vs. the limited series envisioned by Starz. The move also made sense for Starz which is moving towards owner economics post-separation with its programming strategy focused on series the network fully controls or co-produces. Starz recently opened writers rooms for several new projects in contention for a series green light, all fully owned. It is unclear whether The Hunting Wives falls under the restructuring charge of $177.4 million Starz recently took 'related to a strategic reassessment of the company's content portfolio.' Netflix's The Hunting Wives exclusive deal is for one year, sources said. Meanwhile, Lionsgate's worldwide television group is in the process of selling the show to international buyers, which had been the plan since the time the series was earmarked for Starz, a largely domestic player. The Hunting Wives tells the story of Sophie (Snow) and her family's move from the East Coast to deep East Texas, where she succumbs to socialite Margo Bank's (Åkerman) irresistible charms – and finds her life consumed by obsession, seduction, and murder. The series is executive produced by writer-showrunner Cutter, Erwin Stoff (The Serpent Queen) for 3 Arts Entertainment and Cobb. Cutter, who is in development on two projects for Netflix with Jerry Bruckheimer Television, is repped by CAA and Jackoway Austen Tyerman. Cobb is repped by WME, Victoria Sanders & Associates, Jackoway Austen Tyerman and Linden Entertainment. Snow is repped by Gersh and Principal Entertainment LA. Åkerman is repped by UTA and Entertainment 360. Metz is repped by CAA, Luber Roklin Entertainment and Hansen Jacobson Teller. Best of Deadline 2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery 2025 TV Cancellations: Photo Gallery 'Stick' Soundtrack: All The Songs You'll Hear In The Apple TV+ Golf Series
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Hunting Wives Adaptation Starring Malin Akerman, Brittany Snow Moves From Starz to Netflix for July Release
Another one of TVLine's 'missing' shows has been found. A TV adaptation of May Cobb's 2021 novel The Hunting Wives, ordered to series by Starz in October 2023, instead will be released by Netflix — on Monday, July 21. More from TVLine Emmys Twist: Dept. Q Enters Drama Series Race at 11th Hour, Potentially Upending 2025 Contest (Exclusive) Ginny & Georgia's Biggest Season 3 Finale Mystery Has Already Been Solved: 'There Was a Debate,' EP Says Every New Scripted Show Confirmed to Premiere in 2025 - Save the Dates! As explained by Deadline, the move stems from Starz's split from Hunting Wives acquirer Lionsgate Television, which took effect last month. Described as a twisty thriller, The Hunting Wives tells the story of Sophie O'Neil (played by American Dreams' Brittany Snow) and her family's move from the East Coast to deep East Texas, where she succumbs to socialite Margo Banks' (Trophy Wife's Malin Akerman) irresistible charms — and in turn finds her life consumed by obsession, seduction, and murrrrderrrr. The cast also includes Chrissy Metz, in her first post-This Is Us TV role, as Starr, a working-class woman and staunch Christian who is not welcomed in the high-society world of the Hunting Wives; Katie Lowes (Scandal) as Jill, wife of Reverend Clint and 'queen' of the local megachurch; Jaime Ray Newman (Eastwick) as Callie, a sheriff's wife and amazing marksman who is the 'second in command' of the Hunting Wives; and George Ferrier (One of Us Is Lying) as Brad, a perfect All-Texan boy who behind closed doors has an emotionally incestuous relationship with his mother. Dermot Mulroney (Chicago Fire) and Evan Jonigkeit (Sweetbitter) round out the cast, while Karen Rodriguez (Acapulco), Michael Aaron Milligan (Ruthless) and Hunter Emery (Hightown) fill recurring roles. Filming on The Hunting Wives began in spring 2024 and wrapped last year. 'Missing' Shows, Found! The Latest on P-Valley, Sugar, Anansi Boys and 25+ Others View List Best of TVLine 'Missing' Shows, Found! Get the Latest on Ahsoka, Monarch, P-Valley, Sugar, Anansi Boys and 25+ Others Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More
