Big Love

Big Love is an American drama television series created by Mark V.

Big Love is an American drama television series created by Mark V. Olsen and Will Scheffer. It aired on HBO from 2006 to 2011 and follows a fundamentalist Mormon polygamist family living in Utah. The series stars Bill Paxton, Jeanne Tripplehorn, Chloë Sevigny, and Ginnifer Goodwin.

Premise

Big Love follows Bill Henrickson, a polygamist businessman in suburban Salt Lake City, as he balances the needs of his wives, children, and public life. The story explores secrecy, family conflict, and the social pressures surrounding polygamy.

Production and broadcast

The series was created by Mark V. Olsen and Will Scheffer and aired on HBO. It premiered on March 12, 2006 and concluded on March 20, 2011 after five seasons and 53 episodes.

Cast and characters

Bill Paxton starred as Bill Henrickson, while Jeanne Tripplehorn, Chloë Sevigny, and Ginnifer Goodwin portrayed his three wives. Supporting cast members included Amanda Seyfried, Grace Zabriskie, Melora Walters, and others.

Reception and legacy

Big Love was noted for its focus on polygamy and its portrayal of a secretive religious family in modern Utah. Later commentary described it as an underappreciated HBO drama.

Availability in Canada

Big Love has been available to Canadian viewers through streaming services in Canada, including Apple TV in the Canadian storefront.