The Hunting Wives Season One: Does it just glorify Texas, Guns, & Sex With Minors?
- t3medias
- Aug 7
- 3 min read
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The buzz around The Hunting Wives was undeniable, promising a show that would "get ladies all fired up." Naturally, we at T3 Media Studios were intrigued and dove headfirst into Season 1. Our hosts, Chris and Joy Fagan, recently sat down to dissect the drama, suspense, and unexpected twists of the series.
Joy admitted she thoroughly enjoyed the murder mystery, drama, and suspense elements of the show. However, she felt that much of the audience's reaction was "overhyped." "Are all these people who were watching this never seen an R-rated movie before?" she quipped, noting that with the exception of one particularly shocking scene (involving Callie and the sheriff, if you know, you know!), most of the content felt like standard R-rated fare.
The show introduces us to Sophie, a "left-leaning fish out of water" dropped into a very Southern, "red" town. Her eventual corruption by the town's enigmatic queen bee, Miss Margo, creates a compelling dynamic that keeps you hooked. Adding to the complex web of relationships, the series also delves into the inappropriate dynamic between Margo and Brad, a minor, which serves as one of the darker, underlying secrets of the town's elite. This raises a significant question for viewers: Does the show, by portraying this relationship, inadvertently glorify immoral behavior like sex with minors, particularly given that it involves a woman and a boy? One might also ponder if a show depicting the reverse scenario—a man with a minor girl—would even be produced or received in the same way. The central "who done it" mystery, while engaging, was perhaps a bit too transparent for keen observers. Chris and Joy both noted that if you paid close attention, the culprit's identity was revealed earlier than intended, possibly due to an editing oversight (or a very clever misdirect!).
Joy, a proud East Texan, couldn't help but comment on the show's portrayal of Texas culture. Despite the abundance of cowboy hats and mentions of guns, she felt the accents and overall "Texas culture" were never quite nailed. "I would never, if you didn't say where they were, if no one ever mentioned, I would never have went, 'Oh, that's Texas for sure,'" she stated.
Among the cast, George Frier's portrayal of Brad stood out as a highlight. His "Brad being Brad" antics, goofy faces, and spoiled rich kid persona were spot-on and genuinely entertaining. The series also features familiar faces like Katie Lo (from Scandal) as Jill and Chrissy Mets (from This Is Us) as Star, adding depth to the ensemble. The intertwining plots of missing young women, mixed with politics, religion, personal agendas, and hidden secrets, were well-executed, even if some moments veered slightly into "over the top" territory.
The season concludes with a very open ending, leaving plenty of room for a second season. Sophie's transformation from a timid, anxious person to someone with a surprisingly dark past was a running gag for Chris, who joked that she was "very resistant to all the negativities... unless you asked her twice." Callie's character arc was also a pleasant surprise, evolving from a potentially disliked figure to a fan favorite by the finale.
Overall, The Hunting Wives comes recommended from Chris and Joy. While it might not be the most shocking show ever, it delivers on its promise of murder, mystery, and soap opera-level drama. It's a fun binge, especially for couples looking for something to spark a conversation.
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