The cast of Hulu's reality series "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" is reportedly eager to resume filming after a production halt that has lasted several weeks, with insiders suggesting a return to set could happen soon if network executives give the green light.
Multiple sources indicate that the cast believes production will restart within weeks, driven in part by concerns that further delays could disrupt their summer schedules. This push comes after the show paused filming amid a domestic violence investigation involving cast members Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen.
While the cast initially supported the production pause during the investigation, sources now say their concerns have been addressed, creating a consensus to move forward. However, network executives at ABC have not yet made a final decision about the future of the series or the remainder of its fifth season.
"The cast is attempting to pressure ABC to greenlight new episodes by building viewer anticipation," an insider revealed, noting that recent social media activity from cast members—including Miranda posting a photo with a camera—appears to be part of this strategy.
Despite the cast's optimism, production has not officially resumed. The investigation into abuse allegations has been completed by police, with findings now with the district attorney for potential charges. Additionally, the production company hired a third-party investigator to examine unspecified accusations among cast members beyond their on-camera drama, though the status of that investigation remains unclear.
It's worth noting that Taylor Frankie Paul's season of "The Bachelorette" was canceled after video surfaced of her 2023 domestic violence case, though that incident is unrelated to the "Mormon Wives" production pause and was actually discussed on the show's premiere episode.