The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives is back, and Season 5 arrives after one of the most turbulent periods for MomTok yet. The new season follows the Utah-based group as friendships, relationships and loyalties are tested by fresh drama and the fallout surrounding Taylor Frankie Paul.
The season was also briefly affected by the controversy involving Paul and her former partner Dakota Mortensen, making the new episodes particularly significant for fans who have followed the franchise from the beginning.
Here’s everything to know about The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives Season 5, including its release date, time, cast, episode count and Taylor Frankie Paul’s return.
When Does The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives Season 5 Come Out?
Season 5 of The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives premieres on September 10, 2026. Unlike previous seasons that rolled out over multiple weeks, all five episodes of the new season are being released at once. Hulu has officially confirmed the five-episode drop for September 10. For viewers in Australia, Disney+ lists Season 5 as arriving on September 10.
What Time Does The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives Season 5 Release?
In the US, all five episodes are scheduled to arrive on Hulu at 12 a.m. ET on September 10. Australian viewers can watch the new season on Disney+, with the exact local release time depending on the state and time zone.
The important part for fans is that they will not have to wait a week between episodes. The entire five-episode season becomes available at once.
How Many Episodes Are In The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives Season 5?
Season 5 has five episodes, making it considerably shorter than the show’s previous seasons. The shortened season follows a production pause earlier this year. The new episodes focus heavily on the changing dynamics within #MomTok, with Taylor’s return, Whitney Leavitt’s Broadway journey and growing tensions among the women forming major storylines.
Will Taylor Frankie Paul Be In Season 5?
Yes. Taylor Frankie Paul returns for Season 5, and her storyline is expected to be one of the biggest parts of the new season. The season comes after ABC cancelled Paul’s planned The Bachelorette season following the emergence of footage involving an alleged domestic incident with Mortensen. Both Paul and Mortensen made allegations against each other, while police ultimately did not press charges, according to recent reporting.
The fallout also affected production on The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives. Season 5 now addresses the aftermath, with the cast dealing with the public scrutiny surrounding Paul and the wider MomTok group.
Who Is In The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives Season 5 Cast?
The Season 5 cast includes:
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Taylor Frankie Paul
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Jen Affleck
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Jessi Draper
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Layla Taylor
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Mayci Neeley
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Mikayla Matthews
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Miranda Hope
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Whitney Leavitt
Hulu’s official Season 5 listing confirms the returning lineup. Whitney Leavitt also has a major storyline this season as she makes her Broadway debut, while tensions back in Utah continue to affect the group.
What Can Fans Expect From Season 5?
Taylor returns with unfinished business and renewed attention on her personal life. Meanwhile, Whitney heads to New York for her Broadway journey, creating a new source of tension as her life away from Utah changes her priorities.
The official synopsis also teases growing cracks within the friendship group as secrets, backlash and questions over loyalty threaten to pull the women apart.
