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Why Women Kill

«Keep your secrets buried.»

Year
2019
Age rating
TV-MA
Seasons
2 seasons · 20 episodes
Countries
United States of America
Genres
Comedy Crime Drama
Production
  • Paramount+
  • CBS Studios
  • Black Lamb
  • Acme Productions
  • Imagine Television Studios
  • Cherry Productions
Director
Marc Cherry
Starring
Allison Tolman, Lana Parrilla, Nick Frost, B.K. Cannon, Jordane Christie, Matthew Daddario

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About the series

The story follows three women who live in the same house but in different decades. In the 1960s, Beth Ann tries to hold on to a marriage that has long stopped making her happy. In the 1980s, socialite Simone is forced to confront her husband’s infidelity while developing unexpected feelings for someone else. In modern-day Los Angeles, lawyer Taylor finds her open marriage tested when the rules of their relationship begin to fall apart.

Seasons & episodes

Season 1

2019 · 10 episodes

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    Murder Means Never Having to Say You're Sorry

    15 Aug 2019 49 min

    One Pasadena, Calif. house serves as the focal point for three decades worth of marital strife. In 1963, Beth Ann's life as a doting housewife is upended when she learns of her husband Rob's infidelity. In 1984, socialite Simone is blindsided by her husband Karl's devastating secret. In present day, high-powered lawyer Taylor has an open marriage with husband Eli.

  2. Still from episode 2
    E02

    I'd Like to Kill Ya, But I Just Washed My Hair

    22 Aug 2019 49 min

    Three women living in three different decades: a housewife in the '60s, a socialite in the '80s and a lawyer in 2019, deal with infidelity in their marriages.

  3. Still from episode 3
    E03

    I Killed Everyone He Did, But Backwards and in High Heels

    29 Aug 2019 47 min

    Beth Ann's scheme to drive Rob away from April brings her closer to the mistress; Simone and Karl try to keep up appearances at a gala, but Tommy gets jealous; Taylor is forced to confront the true nature of her feelings for Jade.

  4. Still from episode 4
    E04

    You Had Me at Homicide

    05 Sep 2019 45 min

    Beth Ann's walk on the wild side with April leads to an interesting dinner party with Rob's boss; A visit from Simone's daughter Amy threatens to derail Tommy's plan; Taylor, Jade and Eli get mixed up with Jade's crazy ex-boyfriend Duke.

  5. Still from episode 5
    E05

    There's No Crying in Murder

    12 Sep 2019 51 min

    Beth Ann's budding friendship with April leaves her feeling conflicted, just as she is beginning to win back Rob's attention. Simone and Tommy get stuck in a precarious situation, leaving Simone to call on an unexpected source - Karl - for help. With Taylor out of town, Eli and Jade's relationship enters new territory when she helps him with his script.

  6. Still from episode 6
    E06

    Practically Lethal in Every Way

    19 Sep 2019 52 min

    Beth Ann and Rob throw a housewarming party to introduce themselves to the neighborhood, but something seems to be amiss with neighbors Mary and Ralph. Hijinks ensue and secrets come to light when Simone and Karl have dinner with Amy’s conservative future in-laws. Tensions rise in the throuple after Taylor begins to question the living arrangement and reveals a dark truth about Eli.

  7. Still from episode 7
    E07

    I Found Out What the Secret to Murder Is: Friends. Best Friends.

    26 Sep 2019 50 min

    Beth Ann is elated when Rob ends his affair, but that feeling is short-lived when Beth Ann learns that everything is not as she thinks. While Simone and Karl work to find common ground in their relationship, conflict ensues as Naomi grows suspicious of Tommy's erratic behavior. Eli, Taylor and Jade try to work out their issues by heading to a polyamory retreat but Eli's relapse with addiction may derail everything.

  8. Still from episode 8
    E08

    Marriages Don't Break Up on Account of Murder - It's Just a Symptom That Something Else is Wrong

    03 Oct 2019 50 min

    Beth Ann recruits Sheila to help pull off her faux diagnosis, taking her already far-fetched plan another step too far. As Simone and Tommy arrange their European rendezvous, a revelation may foil their plans. Taylor reaches out to Jade in hopes of helping Eli battle addiction, but his new found riches have Jade only seeing green.

  9. Still from episode 9
    E09

    I Was Just Wondering What Makes Dames Like You So Deadly

    10 Oct 2019 53 min

    As Beth Ann plots to remove April from Rob's life for good, a surprising confrontation reveals a secret that will shock Beth Ann to her core. Meanwhile, Naomi is reeling with anger and will do anything to protect her son, even if it means destroying Simone and Karl's reputation along the way.

  10. Still from episode 10
    E10

    Kill Me as If It Were the Last Time

    17 Oct 2019 56 min

    Kill or be killed, that is the question. After learning the shocking truth about her daughter's death, Beth Ann devises a plan for revenge that could alter the course of many lives. As Karl's health worsens, Simone's commitment to their relationship is tested. With Jade out of the picture, Taylor and Eli are focusing on their love story, and are hopeful the past is far behind them. Season finale.

Season 2

2021 · 10 episodes

Season two features a new ensemble cast and storylines set in 1949 that explores what it means to be beautiful, the hidden truth behind the facades people present to the world, the effects of being ignored and overlooked by society, and finally, the lengths one woman will go in order to finally belong…

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    Secret Beyond The Door

    03 Jun 2021 50 min

    With dreams of status and glamour, Alma Fillcot hopes to fill a recently vacated seat in her local Garden Club, led by the intimidating Rita Castillo. However, when Alma discovers her loving husband Bertram's shocking secret, all of that preparation and hard work is jeopardized.

  2. Still from episode 2
    E02

    The Woman In The Window

    03 Jun 2021 49 min

    A shaken Alma investigates Bertram's disturbing collection of "souvenirs," determined not to let this discovery complicate her Garden Club aspirations. Meanwhile, Rita is still suspicious of Scooter's devotion and is further aggravated by the arrival of Catherine, her ailing husband's daughter.

  3. Still from episode 3
    E03

    Lady In The Lake

    10 Jun 2021 45 min

    Alma and Bertram devise a plan to bury a potential setback. Their daughter, Dee, enlists Vern's services when she suspects Scooter of lying, meanwhile Rita attempts to clear the air with Catherine.

  4. Still from episode 4
    E04

    Scene Of The Crime

    17 Jun 2021 46 min

    After Alma is tipped off that the Garden Club will make a surprise visit to her home, she persuades Bertram to help her prepare despite the police investigation of their missing neighbor next door. Heartbroken, Dee seeks comfort in Vern.

  5. Still from episode 5
    E05

    They Made Me A Killer

    24 Jun 2021 48 min

    Alma learns how cruel a wounded Rita her advantage. Bertram feels tempted to resume his "hobby," leading him to seek counsel with a trusted figure from his past.

  6. Still from episode 6
    E06

    Dangerous Intruder

    01 Jul 2021 48 min

    Alma takes matters into her own hands after persuading Bertram to ease Carlo's suffering. Meanwhile, Rita ensnares Scooter in her plot to blackmail Catherine and Vern's feelings for Dee grow.

  7. Still from episode 7
    E07

    The Woman in Question

    08 Jul 2021 43 min

    Newly widowed, Rita's elation is short-lived when Catherine questions her innocence in Carlo's death, much to Alma's delight. Dee introduces her parents to Vern at a dinner with multiple shocking revelations.

  8. Still from episode 8
    E08

    Murder, My Sweet

    15 Jul 2021 48 min

    As Alma celebrates finally being admitted into the Garden Club, Bertram mourns the loss of the old Alma. Isabel uses her recent discovery to her own advantage and Dee grows suspicious from conflicting information surrounding Mrs. Yost’s disappearance.

  9. Still from episode 9
    E09

    The Unguarded Moment

    22 Jul 2021 45 min

    Three weeks have passed and Alma, now very comfortable with her position in the Garden Club, decides to run for the vacated presidency. With Isabel's demise, Rita is freed from jail and Bertram grows more guilt-ridden and depressed, while Vern pursues the truth.

  10. Still from episode 10
    E10

    The Lady Confesses

    29 Jul 2021 47 min

    In order to protect her glory, notoriety, and newly glamorous life, Alma concocts a desperate and dramatic scheme after Vern’s investigation leads to his new in-laws.

Questions and answers

How many seasons and episodes does “Why Women Kill” have?

2 seasons, 20 episodes.

When did “Why Women Kill” premiere?

Premiere: 15 August 2019.

Who stars in “Why Women Kill”?

Starring: Allison Tolman, Lana Parrilla, Nick Frost, B.K. Cannon and others.

What age rating does “Why Women Kill” have?

Age rating: TV-MA.

Who directed “Why Women Kill”?

Director: Marc Cherry.

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