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Netflix has officially green-lit Season 2 of the provocative drama series “The Hunting Wives.” The statement of renewal from the show’s official Instagram page hints at more unfolding drama filled with romantic tension and small-town secrets. Fans of the series, with its bold storytelling and LGBTQ+ representation, had already started to celebrate.
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The post read simply: “More hunting, more wife-ing, more Margophie – Season 2 of #TheHuntingWives is officially on its way! 🤠.” A short clip followed with the caption, “I think this party just got a whole lot better.” The website kept with the playful vibe of teasing hard-hitting drama with a dash of dark humor.
The reactions from ecstatic viewers could be heard almost instantly. A fan commented, “Yessssss I am soo happy that Netflix didn’t kill another wlw crazy drama,” referring to Netflix’s sometimes controversial resume of canceling queer-led shows. Another commented simply, “this is my roman empire,” an expression from pop culture used to mean that this show is the only thing on their mind.
Much of the commentary came in relation to the Margo-Sophie, or “Margophie,” compatriotship coined by the fandom. “I’m so curious when Margo finds out what Sophie did.. 🫣 how the show is going to start! .. so mannyyy questions,” one off-kilter commentator set forth on the cliffhanger that had audiences begging for an answer. Clearly, the biggest selling point for this series is the anticipation that this relationship generates and how they look to work this into their narrative.
Not all comments were celebratory as some international fans complained about the limited distribution of the series. “Why isn’t it in UK yet?!!” wondered one Twitter user, while others from Norway, France, and Germany were begging for releases in their countries. Demand is truly global; however, availability is not.
Soon following came requests for the series to be extended: “We need a 12 episode season 2, I’m just saying! 8 episodes just isn’t enough,” said one fan, echoing the sentiments of most binge watchers, who savor these storylines. “Bring Bridget Regan and Sophia Bush in Season 2!! 🤭❤️🔥❤️🔥” went another comment, likely from a fellow dreaming fan.
There is also book-to-screen speculation: “Its true Margon will die?” responded by “no. she dies in the book. in the series, they killed jill instead.” Such very involved and detail-oriented discourse is just another example that shows this audience’s investment in their characters and their fates.
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The renewal is big for a show that parades queer women in a genre usually dominated by heteronormative storytelling. Just like a fan said, “it’s a good day for the lesbians.” The renewal promised more episodes but it also confirmed the show’s position as one of the most-shared and beloved programs in the loudest voice from amongst his friends made by the passionate fans. Filming has not yet ceased, while no official release dates have been set for Season 2.
This story originally appeared on Celebrityinsider
