Jessica Biel and Elizabeth Banks delve into a captivating narrative of familial turmoil, hidden secrets, and homicide in Prime Video’s latest limited series, The Better Sister, inspired by Alafair Burke’s acclaimed crime novel.

This eight-episode thriller, which has just unveiled its initial trailer, centers on estranged sisters Chloe (Biel) and Nicky (Banks), whose existences are starkly distinct. Chloe is a high-powered executive living a seemingly flawless family life, whereas Nicky is struggling with addiction and various personal challenges. The twist? Chloe is now wedded to Nicky’s former husband, Adam (portrayed by Corey Stoll), and is raising Nicky’s teenage son, Ethan (Maxwell Acee Donovan), as part of their combined family — essentially leading the life Nicky could have experienced.

The story takes a turn when Chloe returns home from an extravagant event to discover Adam’s lifeless body. This shocking murder compels the sisters to reconnect, as they face long-hidden truths while detectives Nancy Guidry (Kim Dickens) and Matt Bowen (Bobby Naderi) investigate the case. The ensemble also features Matthew Modine, Lorraine Toussaint, Gabriel Sloyer, and Gloria Reuben.

Considering Biel’s prior accomplishments in intricate crime dramas with complex sister relationships — recalling The Sinner? — audiences can anticipate another thrilling, emotionally gripping journey.

The Better Sister debuts on Prime Video on May 29.