Biel and Banks Explore Sisterhood in New Thriller Series

NEW YORK, NY — Jessica Biel and Elizabeth Banks star as estranged sisters in “The Better Sister,” a limited series now streaming on Prime Video. The show, which premiered on May 31, 2025, follows the complex relationship between Chloe Taylor (Biel) and Nicky Macintosh (Banks), as they team up to solve the murder of Chloe’s husband, Adam Macintosh.

The series delves into dark family secrets as Chloe’s son, Ethan (Maxwell Acee Donovan), becomes a prime suspect in Adam’s murder. Detective Nancy Guidry (Kim Dickens) also investigates the family’s tangled past while uncovering hidden truths along the way.

While the series is filled with suspense and intrigue, Biel and Banks maintain a drama-free friendship off-screen. Biel, who has been married to singer Justin Timberlake since 2012, recently opened up about the importance of having a partner who understands her demanding career. “He’s also my best friend,” she said.

Meanwhile, Banks has been happily married to her college sweetheart, Max Handelman, since 2003. Reflecting on their long-lasting relationship, she said, “He is my true safety net.”

In addition to Biel and Banks, the cast includes Corey Stoll as Adam Macintosh and Kim Dickens as the investigating detective. The actors emphasize the strong bonds they share in real life despite playing complicated characters.

As viewers tune in to watch the intense and winding plot of “The Better Sister,” they can rest assured that the relationships among the leading cast members are anything but twisted.