'Welcome to Plathville' Season 6 Explores Single Life for Multiple Members of the Family

For its first five seasons, Welcome to Plathville captured the hearts of viewers with its portrayal of the once fundamental Christian Plath family's unique dynamics. And after an explosive fifth season, which saw more family drama, the separation of parents Barry and Kim Plath, and eldest son Ethan Plath's fractured marriage with Olivia Plath, fans were eager for more.

Luckily, they won't have to wonder what's next for the Plath family, because Season 6 is happening. At this point it's clear that TLC thrives best with shows about larger than life families. And even if the religious pull of the Plaths is no longer there, as was the case with its inaugural season, there's still plenty going on with the family, both on and off the reality show.

Immediately following the fifth season finale of Welcome to Plathville, the future of the show was shrouded in uncertainty. There wasn't news of a renewal right away, and fans worried that the end of Ethan and Olivia's marriage had ushered in the end of the series as a whole. Luckily, that's not the case. Season 6 of Welcome to Plathville premieres on July 16, back in its usual Tuesday night time slot.

The success of the first five seasons serves as a testament to the show's popularity. And the blend of music, religion, family dynamics, and daily challenges that the Plath family faces resonates with audiences plenty, which left the door wide open for Welcome to Plathville Season 6. According to the press release, the family can expect even more changes, going into its sixth season.

"Kim and Barry’s divorce proceedings are still in limbo while each attempts to figure out what’s next in their lives." the press release says. "Kim makes a big move that leaves everyone wondering if she can stay afloat." Meanwhile, Moriah moves back home with patriarch Barry, and Ethan and Olivia both separately navigate life without each other.

Although Ethan and Olivia split up, and continue to remain apart both on and off the show, viewers are as attached to Olivia as they are to the rest of the Plath family. Perhaps because of that, they'll get to continue to follow her story on the show as well, even if she isn;t on speaking terms with Ethan or his siblings.

And that could change this season, as Moriah attempts to reach out to Olivia. The two were extremely close at one point, so it makes sense for Moriah to want to speak with Olivia. However, Olivia might not be ready to see anyone from the family, including her former bestie.

But just in case fans are worried that Season 6 is going to be all about Ethan and Olivia, there's plenty going on with Micah Plath, including a new girlfriend and a change of scenery after he left Los Angeles. And then there are all of the younger Plath siblings and, apparently, a stage performance the Plaths plan to share together in Season 6. With a family this large, there's never not something going on.