Here’s An Inside Look At A&E’s ‘Secret Of Polygamy’

Members of the FLDS featured in 'Secrets Of Polygamy' | Courtesy of A&E

On January 8, A&E will expand their “Secrets Of” franchise with the new documentary series Secrets of Polygamy.

According to a press release, the series will look to expose the shocking realities of life within three separate groups. The show features the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. It’ll also look at the Kingston clan or The Order also known officially as the Davis County Cooperative Society, and the Apostolic United Brethren.

Through in-depth interviews with former members, investigator Matt Browning will lead the series. He’ll attempt to “shine a light on these groups where powerful men hold sway over thousands through fear and absolute rule.”

The Details Behind Secrets Of Polygamy

In each one-hour episode, Secrets of Polygamy explores the worlds of extreme polygamist groups and investigates how the power held by its leaders. The show will also focus on Prophet Warren Jeffs, who is currently serving a life sentence for his crimes committed as Prophet. Other high-profile polygamists, such as Sam Bateman will be featured as well. The series will attempt to determine how communities where claims of abuse, incest, and fraud have become common. 

Retired law enforcement officer Matt Browning will meet with former members who have escaped their religious groups. They will share their shocking allegations of mental and physical abuse suffered by polygamist women and children. The series features in-depth interviews with experts and access to insiders including Warren Jeffs’ daughter, Rachel Jeffs Blackmore. She will share her first-hand account of life with her father.

Executive Vice President and Head of Programming for A&E, Elaine Frontain Bryant, says the series will maintain a true investigative spirit. “Secrets of Polygamy continues the tradition of A&E’s unflinching programming that strives to expose the truth, advocate, and shine a light on injustices,” she said.  “We are honored to share the stories brought forward by this series. To help expose the often-brutal realities of the complex world of extreme polygamist groups and the men in power at the helm of it.”

Continuing The ‘Secrets Of’ Franchise

Secrets of Polygamy is the just latest offering in A&E’s “Secrets Of” franchise. The network began its investigative franchise in 2022 with several original programs. “Secrets Of Playboy” has been one of the most popular iterations of the franchise. In 2023, the series received a second second to continue its look inside Playboy.

“Season 1 of ‘Secrets of Playboy’ showcased A&E’s best-in-class storytelling. Drawing back the curtain and taking an unflinching look at the ugly truths behind a shiny exterior,” said Bryant. “We are honored to continue this brave work with Season 2. Hearing from new voices and points of view. While also expanding our ‘Secrets Of’ franchise to further dive into unexamined worlds and shine a light on complex and difficult dynamics and legacies.”

“Secrets of Polygamy” premieres Monday, January 8 at 10 PM ET/PT on A&E. Will you be tuning in?

Allie Johnson

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