Bad Sisters is a highly acclaimed television series created by the trio Brett Baer, Dave Finkel, and Sharon Horgan. Apple TV+, the home of the series, recently confirmed that the series will be returning with Season 2, much to the delight of fans. Here is everything we know so far about Bad Sisters and the upcoming Season 2.
But first… about the Garvey sisters and the story so far in “Bad Sisters”
What are “Bad Sisters”?
The show is a dark comedy, just one of many great Apple TV+ series that OTT doesn't seem to promote enough. It is based on the Flemish TV miniseries Clan (2012) and centers around the lives of the five Garvey sisters: Eva, Becca, Grace, Ursula and Bibi, played by Sharon Horgan, Eve Hewson, Anne-Marie Duff, Eva Birthistle and Sarah Greene respectively. Though the sisters share a loving bond, they are each quite unique. The show is set in Dublin, Ireland.
The story jumps between two timelines: one before the death of John Paul (played by actor Claes Bang, also known for his lead role in the 2020 Netflix vampire TV series Dracula), Grace's husband, who is violent and domineering towards his wife, leading the sisters to plot his death;
The other follows his death as Tom Claflin (Brian Gleason), the insurance agent handling Paul's insurance policies, tries to prove that the sisters had something to do with his client's untimely death – paying out the insurance money would bankrupt his business, so he's willing to go to any lengths to avoid paying.
Spoiler alert!
What happened at the end of Bad Sisters season 1?
After a season's worth of suspense and waiting, the shocking truth was finally revealed in the final episode: after all, it was Grace herself who murdered her husband after he revealed that he was not only an abuser but also a rapist who took advantage of her sister, Eva. She staged Paul's death, with the help of Roger (Michael Smiley), to make it look like an accident.
The series received rapturous praise from critics and audiences alike in its first season, particularly for its sharp writing and acting. It has a perfect score of 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating that it pleased all critics who reviewed it, and it won two BAFTA Television Awards: one for Best Drama Series and one for Best Supporting Actress (won by Anne-Marie Duff).
Eva Birthistle, Anne-Marie Duff, Sharon Horgan and Sarah Greene in Bad Sisters (Image: Courtesy of Apple TV+)
What we know about Bad Sisters season 2: plot, cast, release date, and more details
Still going great. #BadSisters Season 2 will premiere on November 13th.
Watch Season 1 now on Apple TV+ pic.twitter.com/jSeYTLSBJD
— Apple TV (@AppleTV) August 19, 2024
Bad Sisters Season 2: Synopsis and Latest News
Apple TV+ announced season 2 on August 19 with a first look image, which showed the Garvey sisters attending what appears to be a wedding. Grace is wearing a white dress, which could be a wedding dress. Is this her wedding? We know she escaped responsibility for John Paul's death. She's now determined to start a new life, and her sisters seem firmly behind her.
However, while at first glance it may seem like a happy event, the sisters' expressions are grim.
The official synopsis for the show's second season reads, “Two years after the 'accidental death' of Grace's abusive husband, the close-knit Garvey sisters may have moved on, but past truths resurface, putting the sisters back in the spotlight, suspicions higher than ever, lies are told, secrets are exposed and the sisters are forced to consider who they can trust.”
Anne-Marie Duff as Grace Garvey. (Image: Courtesy of Apple TV+)
Bad Sisters Season 2 Cast
From the first look photos, we can assume that at least the core cast members Sharon Horgan, Eve Hewson, Anne-Marie Duff, Eva Birthistle and Sarah Greene will be returning. Although there is no update either way, supporting characters such as Brian Gleeson and Daryl McCormack are also expected to return. Additionally, Fiona Shaw, Owen McDonnell, Thaddea Graham, Barry Ward and Peter Claffey are new to the cast for season 2.
Bad Sisters season 2 release date
Season 2 will premiere on Apple TV+ on Wednesday, November 13, 2024.
How many episodes are there in “Bad Sisters” Season 2?
Unlike season 1, which had 10 episodes, season 2 of the show will have eight episodes.
Is there a trailer for Bad Sisters season 2 yet?
Unfortunately, no. There is no trailer for Bad Sisters season 2 yet.
'Bad Sisters'-like shows to watch while you wait for season 2
While you wait for season 2 of Bad Sisters, you can also check out Big Little Lies (2017-2025), Killing Eve (2018-2022), White Lotus (2021-present), Shameless (2011-2021), and Fargo (2014-2024).
To watch Bad Sisters Season 1 on Apple TV+, click here.
(Hero and featured images: Courtesy of Apple TV+)
The information in this article is accurate as of the publication date.
