‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ season 5 drops on Hulu and Disney+, digging deeper into faith and family

A new dose of reality TV just arrived for U.S. subscribers: according to Axios’ latest streaming roundup, season 5 of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” premiered on Thursday, September 10, on both Hulu and Disney+. The docu‑series follows women living inside Latter‑day Saint communities, mainly in Utah, capturing the tension between church expectations and the messy realities of marriage, work, and motherhood.

Axios notes that the new season leans harder into contemporary issues: balancing faith with ambitious careers, navigating family planning under religious pressure, and supporting LGBTQ+ children while staying connected to a conservative congregation. By focusing on clashes between the church’s strict norms and the “be yourself” message amplified by social media, the show plays not only as a religion documentary but also as a character‑driven family drama. With episodes available on both Hulu and Disney+, it’s easier than ever for U.S. viewers to sample or binge it. For Japanese audiences curious about the everyday lives behind America’s religious communities, this is one of the most talked‑about unscripted releases of the week.