Big Little Lies (2017–present)
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In the tranquil seaside town of Monterey, California, nothing is quite as it seems. Doting moms, successful husbands, adorable children, beautiful homes: What lies will be told to keep their perfect worlds from unraveling?Told through the eyes of three mothers – Madeline, Celeste and Jane – Big Little Lies paints a picture of a town fueled by rumors and divided into the haves and have-nots, exposing the conflicts, secrets and betrayals that compromise relationships between husbands and wives, parents and children, and friends and neighbors.
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Highest-rated episodes all ranked
- 01
You Get What You NeedIn the Season 1 finale, Celeste makes a bold move after another fight; Madeline deals with fallout from her past before the school's fall fund-raiser; and Jane learns who's really been hurting Amabella at school. - 02
The Bad MotherCeleste is blindsided by Mary Louise. Gordon continues to disappoint Renata. Bonnie contemplates a solution to her mother's suffering and her own ongoing guilt. Ed entertains an unusual proposition before catching Madeline in an unguarded moment. The Monterey Five feel the pressure of increased scrutiny of Perry's death. - 03
I Want to KnowCeleste questions Mary Louise about a tragic event from Perry's childhood; Madeline worries their lie is tearing the Monterey Five apart.
Episodes by season
Season01Best season
- S01E01
Somebody's DeadFebruary 19, 2017In an affluent community, a suspicious death at an elementary school fundraiser draws attention to the friction amongst some of the mothers; - S01E02
Serious MotheringFebruary 26, 2017Jane deflects Ziggy's questions about why they moved; Madeline is outraged over a slight from Renata; Celeste suggests that she and Perry sh - S01E03
Living the DreamMarch 5, 2017Hoping to get under Renata's skin, Madeline organizes a trip to compete with Amabella's birthday party. After another argument, Celeste succ - S01E04
Push Comes to ShoveMarch 12, 2017Nathan invites Madeline and Ed to a couples' dinner to discuss a "parenting paradigm" for Abigail. Celeste prepares for a city-council meeti - S01E05
Once BittenMarch 19, 2017Madeline receives encouraging news about the play from her director, Joseph Bachman, but is left concerned by his newly icy demeanor. Princi - S01E06
Burning LoveMarch 26, 2017Madeline worries about the can of worms she's opened for Jane. Jane confronts Renata. Bonnie tells Nathan about a secret project Abigail has - S01E07Season's bestYou Get What You NeedApril 2, 2017In the Season 1 finale, Celeste makes a bold move after another fight; Madeline deals with fallout from her past before the school's fall fu
Season02
- S02E01
What Have They Done?June 9, 2019Following first-day-of-school events, Madeline is worried by Bonnie's behavior and, later, is shocked when Abigail says she doesn't want to - S02E02
Tell-Tale HeartsJune 16, 2019Renata faces an uncertain future when Gordon lands in legal trouble. Corey asks Jane out on a "practice" date. After a challenging therapy s - S02E03
The End of the WorldJune 23, 2019Mary Louise tries to get closer to Jane. Rather than address her troubles at home, Renata focuses her wrath on Principal Nippal. Madeline is - S02E04
She KnowsJune 30, 2019Celeste accuses Mary Louise of overstepping boundaries with Jane. Renata endures a prying court hearing with Gordon. Jane opens up to Corey - S02E05
Kill MeJuly 7, 2019Renata deals with the fallout from Gordon's legal troubles and attempts to help Celeste. Bonnie relives painful memories from her past. - S02E06Season's bestThe Bad MotherJuly 14, 2019Celeste is blindsided by Mary Louise. Gordon continues to disappoint Renata. Bonnie contemplates a solution to her mother's suffering and he
- S02E07I Want to KnowJuly 21, 2019Celeste questions Mary Louise about a tragic event from Perry's childhood; Madeline worries their lie is tearing the Monterey Five apart.
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