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Bad Sisters

Bad Sisters is an Irish dark comedy thriller television series created by Sharon Horgan, based on the Flemish series Clan.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Bad Sisters is an Irish dark comedy thriller television series created by Sharon Horgan, based on the Flemish series Clan. It follows the Garvey sisters, whose close bond is tested after the death of Grace’s abusive husband and an insurance investigation into whether the death was murder. The series premiered on Apple TV+ in August 2022 and has two seasons.

Premise

The series follows five sisters whose lives are disrupted after Grace’s husband dies. As investigators look into the circumstances of the death, the sisters’ loyalty and secrets come under pressure.

Production

Bad Sisters was created by Sharon Horgan and developed with Brett Baer and Dave Finkel. It is based on the Flemish series Clan and was produced for Apple TV+.

Cast and characters

The main cast includes Sharon Horgan, Anne-Marie Duff, Eva Birthistle, Sarah Greene, and Eve Hewson as the Garvey sisters. Claes Bang plays John Paul Williams, whose death drives the central mystery.

Reception

The series was noted for blending humour with a murder mystery premise. Reviews highlighted its dark comic tone and ensemble performances.

Key facts

  • The series centers on the Garvey sisters, who are closely bonded by family tragedy and mutual loyalty.
  • The plot begins after the death of Grace’s husband, John Paul Williams, whose demise draws suspicion.
  • Life insurance investigators examine whether his death was accidental or deliberate.
  • The show combines dark comedy, thriller, crime, and family drama elements.
  • It stars Sharon Horgan, Anne-Marie Duff, Eva Birthistle, Sarah Greene, and Eve Hewson.
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Canadian context

Bad Sisters is available to Canadian viewers through Apple TV+, making it part of the streaming television catalogue commonly accessed in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

What is Bad Sisters about?
It follows five sisters whose bond is tested after the death of one sister’s abusive husband, while investigators try to determine whether it was murder.
Who created Bad Sisters?
Bad Sisters was created by Sharon Horgan.
What is Bad Sisters based on?
It is based on the Flemish television series Clan.
Where did Bad Sisters first air?
It premiered on Apple TV+.
How many seasons does Bad Sisters have?
It has two seasons.

References

  1. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15469618/
    Supports: Series title, format, release year, genre, and series description.
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bad_Sisters
    Supports: Creator and basic series identification.
  3. Apple TV+ — https://tv.apple.com/us/show/bad-sisters/umc.cmc.14kr4vv65unannh7doqgvlh20
    Supports: Series availability, mature themes, and official platform identification.
  4. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/bad_sisters
    Supports: Synopsis, creator credit, genre, and original release date.
  5. Apple TV+ Press — https://www.apple.com/tv-pr/originals/bad-sisters/
    Supports: Season two continuation, main cast, and storyline context.
  6. The New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/19/arts/television/bad-sisters-review.html
    Supports: Premise, tone, and critical context.