The Better Sister? Watch the trailer and find out when all episodes, release date on Amazon Prime Video.
Amazon Prime Video has just dropped her sanctioned caravan for its largely awaited limited series,” The Better Sister,” transferring a bite down the backbones of suspenser suckers. Starring the powerhouse duo of Jessica Biel and Elizabeth Banks as estranged siblings, the eight-episode series is set to premiere exclusively on the streaming platform on Thursday, May 29, 2025.
Based on the gripping novel by bestselling author Alafair Burke, “The Better Sister” delves into the complex and often fractured bonds of family, set against the backdrop of a shocking murder investigation. The trailer offers a tantalizing glimpse into the troubled pasts of Chloe (Jessica Biel), a successful media executive living a seemingly perfect life, and her sister Nicky (Elizabeth Banks), who struggles with addiction and making ends meet.
Their already strained relationship is pushed to its breaking point when Chloe’s handsome lawyer husband, Adam (Corey Stoll), is brutally murdered. As the prime suspect sends shockwaves through their family, the two sisters are forced to reunite and confront their complicated history to uncover the devastating truth behind his death.
The trailer hints at a web of deceit, long-buried secrets, and the unsettling question of how well we truly know those closest to us. Biel and Banks appear to deliver intense and emotionally charged performances as sisters grappling with resentment, loyalty, and the potential for betrayal.
“The Better Sister” is executive produced by co-showrunners Olivia Milch (“Ocean’s 8”) and Regina Corrado (“Mayor of Kingstown”), with Craig Gillespie (“I, Tonya,” “Pam & Tommy”) directing all eight episodes and also serving as an executive producer. This impressive creative team promises a compelling narrative with sharp direction and captivating performances.
With its intriguing premise, stellar cast, and the backing of a major streaming platform, “The Better Sister” is shaping up to be a must-watch thriller of the spring season. Mark your calendars for May 29th and prepare to unravel the dark secrets that bind these sisters together – and threaten to tear them apart.