Where To Watch ‘The Hunting Wives’: It Was Never Supposed to Be a Netflix Show
✦ Edited and fact-checked by Randy Harward, our Entertainment Editor with over 27 years covering film and television.
Sophie and Margo are back in Maple Brook
“The Hunting Wives” started life as a STARZ series, but when Lionsgate and STARZ split, the U.S. rights went to Netflix, and the soapy East Texas thriller turned into one of its biggest summer hits.
Season 2 picks up with Sophie (Brittany Snow) and Margo (Malin Akerman) on the outs until old secrets and new enemies, including John Stamos and Cam Gigandet, force them back together. Both seasons live on Netflix, a regular in our ranking of the best on-demand streaming services. Netflix renewed the show for season 3 before season 2 even premiered, which tells you how confident it is that the drama isn’t running out of gas.
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Where to watch “The Hunting Wives” on streaming and cable TV
“The Hunting Wives” streams exclusively on Netflix in the U.S., including all of season 1 and the new season 2. Despite its STARZ origins, the series never aired on the STARZ channel or any other cable network, so a Netflix subscription is the only way to watch.
When does “The Hunting Wives” stream on Netflix?
Season 2’s eight episodes arrive on Netflix on Nov. 26, 2026, just in time for Thanksgiving. Season 1 dropped all eight episodes at once when it premiered in July 2025, and it’s still streaming if you need a refresher before the new season.
Which live TV providers have “The Hunting Wives”
| Provider | Price | Live cable channel | Netflix add-on | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Best for Sports DIRECTV |
$94.99–$174.99/mo. | — | ✔ | View Plans for DIRECTV STREAM |
| DISH | $94.99–$124.99/mo. | — | — | View Plans for DISH |
| Fubo | $19.99–$108.99/mo. | — | — | View Plans for FuboTV |
| Hulu + Live TV | $88.99–$99.99/mo. | — | — | View Plans for Hulu |
| Optimum | $15.00–$140.00/mo. | — | ✔ | View Plans for Optimum |
| Sling TV | $19.99–$60.99/mo. | — | — | View Plans for Sling TV |
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Editor"s Choice Spectrum |
$40.00–$145.00/mo. | — | ✔ | View Plans for Spectrum |
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Best of the Best Verizon Fios |
$105.00–$149.00/mo. | — | ✔ | View Plans for Verizon |
| Xfinity | $65.00–$135.00/mo. | — | ✔ | View Plans for Xfinity |
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Best for Live TV Streaming YouTube TV |
$82.99/mo. | — | — | View Plans for YouTube TV |
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
Since “The Hunting Wives” is a Netflix exclusive, no live TV provider carries it on a channel, but a few make adding Netflix easier. Xfinity offers Netflix through its StreamSaver bundle. Optimum, Spectrum (our Editor’s Choice) and DIRECTV (Best for Sports) — let you add Netflix to your TV service. Our Best of the Best pick, Verizon Fios, offers Netflix as a perk, while and our Best for Live TV Streaming pick, YouTube TV, leave Netflix as a separate subscription. See our Best TV Providers rankings for the full breakdown.
Where to watch “The Hunting Wives” FAQ
Is "The Hunting Wives" on Prime or Netflix?
It's on Netflix, which holds the U.S. streaming rights to both seasons. It isn't available on Amazon Prime Video, including through the STARZ channel on Prime.
Is "The Hunting Wives" on Prime or Hulu?
Neither. "The Hunting Wives" isn't in Hulu's or Prime Video's libraries, and it doesn't air on any live channel included with Hulu + Live TV. Netflix is the only place to stream it.
Can I watch "The Hunting Wives" for free?
Not really. Netflix doesn't offer a free tier or a standard free trial, so you'll need a paid plan. Some TV and internet providers bundle Netflix with their service, which can make it cheaper than subscribing on your own.
Do I need Netflix to watch "The Hunting Wives"?
Yes. Netflix is the show's exclusive U.S. streaming home, and it doesn't air on cable. You can subscribe directly or add Netflix through a provider that bundles it.
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