Sharon Horgan (known for Catastrophe and Motherland ).
The series uses a dual timeline to unravel a murder mystery. In the past, the sisters are driven to desperation by their brother-in-law, John Paul (JP) Williams, a "monstrous" man who emotionally and psychologically abuses their sister, Grace. The sisters repeatedly—and often hilariously—fail to kill him themselves, until he actually ends up dead. In the present, two insurance agents from Claffin & Sons investigate the "accidental" death to avoid paying out a massive life insurance claim, slowly closing in on the sisters' secrets. Bad Sisters
It balances "pitch-black comedy" with a grounded, sobering look at domestic abuse and how it affects not just the victim, but their entire support system. Sharon Horgan (known for Catastrophe and Motherland )
Includes Anne-Marie Duff (Grace), Eva Birthistle (Ursula), Sarah Greene (Bibi), and Eve Hewson (Becka), with Claes Bang as the villainous JP. Includes Anne-Marie Duff (Grace)
The series is praised for its "Irish wit" and its ability to blend "Big Little Lies"-style mystery with biting comedy.
Premiered in November 2024, focusing on the aftermath of Grace's "accidental" husband-killing and a new marriage that threatens to expose the Garvey sisters once again.
The show constantly asks the audience: Was it wrong to kill him? and Did he deserve to die? It forces viewers to cheer for the "criminals" while acknowledging the gravity of their actions. Quick Facts
