The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives universe is expanding, and it is trading the snowy peaks of Utah for the sun-soaked coast of California. The franchise is officially heading west with its first spin-off, “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Orange County,” and it is set to bring an entirely new circle of momfluencers—and a fresh batch of drama—to the screen.
Here is everything fans need to know about what to expect when the spinoff premieres on November 12, 2026.
🌴 A New Setting, A New Vibe
The original series introduced audiences to the “MomTok” group in Utah, dealing with the fallout of a swinging scandal. The Orange County edition is a deliberate departure. It opens a separate chapter built around a California circle with its own established friendships.
The show is set against the backdrop of Orange County’s affluent coastal scene, following a group of young mothers with different ties to Mormon culture. The central tension is not just about scandals, but about faith, identity, and modern lifestyles intersecting as the women navigate evolving relationships and “deconstructing beliefs”. As Hulu’s official synopsis puts it, this is a community where “beliefs are not just their religion; they are their identity,” and the group is split between those defending their way of life and those embracing change to disrupt the status quo.
🌟 The Cast: A Familiar Face Among Newcomers
The spinoff features a mix of fresh personalities and one very familiar face from the original series.
The Bridge from Utah:
Jen Affleck: The original MomToker (and Dancing with the Stars alum) is joining the OC group as she navigates changes in her marriage and a move to California. She has promised a “huge difference” between the spinoff and the original, and teased that viewers will see her “navigating a new city, new chapter, new era”.
The New OC Circle:
Aspyn Ovard: A Utah-born lifestyle creator and mother of three who is figuring out life on her own terms following her 2024 divorce.
Bobbi Althoff: The host of The Really Good Podcast, known for her deadpan interview style, is stepping into ensemble reality TV for the first time.
Avery Woods: A former pediatric ICU nurse turned full-time creator and podcast host.
Salomé Andrea, Ashleigh Pease, Madison Bontempo, McCall DaPron, and Jordan McClanahan: The rest of the dynamic group rounding out the cast. Notably, McCall is the sister of original cast member Mayci Neeley.
🎬 The Drama: What to Expect in Season 1
The first season, filmed throughout spring and summer 2026, is not holding back on the personal storylines.
Jen’s Pregnancy: The season is set to detail the news of Jen Affleck’s fourth pregnancy, which she was heavily pregnant with during filming and promotion.
“Moral Divides”: The first trailer (exclusively revealed by PEOPLE) shows the cast dealing with “moral divides” and the pressure of their personal choices testing their friendships.
The Usual Chaos: Fans can expect the kind of chaotic fun the franchise is known for. The cast was spotted filming at Bobbi Althoff’s Netflix Is A Joke comedy fest (where a twerk-off reportedly took place) and on a trip to Vegas. There is also speculation that Aspyn Ovard’s polyamorous “throuple” with a married couple might be addressed.
A Casting Shake-Up: The lineup looks slightly different from the initial announcement. Chandler Higginson, who was initially named as part of the cast, has since been removed, with her spot filled by Jordan McClanahan—a change that hints at behind-the-scenes drama before the show has even aired.
📺 How to Watch
For fans ready to binge, the entire first season will be available to stream at once.
U.S.: All episodes drop on Thursday, November 12 on Hulu and on Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers. (Note: Some sources report 8 episodes, while others state 10; Hulu’s official press release confirms 10 episodes for the U.S. launch.)
International: The series premieres on Disney+ on the same day.
💎 The Secret Lives of Mormon
Wives: Orange County is not trying to be a carbon copy of the Utah original. By moving to a new state, introducing a new friend group, and focusing on the specific pressures of deconstructing faith in an affluent California setting, the spinoff is positioning itself as a distinct chapter in the franchise. With Jen Affleck as the bridge, a cast of established influencers like Bobbi Althoff and Aspyn Ovard, and a trailer promising “moral divides” and crumbling facades, the OC wives are ready to prove that the secrets are just as juicy on the West Coast.
