Why Women Kill
Why Women Kill details the lives of three women living in three different decades: a housewife in the '60s, a socialite in the '80s, and a lawyer in 2019, each dealing with infidelity in their marriages. The series examines how the roles of women have changed, but how their reaction to betrayal - has not.
- Metascore62
- 2019-2021
- 2 seasons
- CBS All Access
- Comedy, Suspense, Drama
- TV-MA
Why Women Kill details the lives of three women living in three different decades: a housewife in the '60s, a socialite in the '80s, and a lawyer in 2019, each dealing with infidelity in their marriages. The series examines how the roles of women have changed, but how their reaction to betrayal - has not.
Season 2 Episode Guide
10 Episodes 2021
Episode 1
Secret Beyond the Door
Thu, Jun 3, 2021 50 mins
With dreams of status and glamour, Alma Fillcot hopes to fill a recently vacated seat in her local Garden Club, but all of that preparation and hard work is jeopardized when she discovers her husband's shocking secret
Episode 2
The Woman in the Window
Thu, Jun 3, 2021 49 mins
A shaken Alma investigates Bertram's disturbing collection of "souvenirs". Rita is still suspicious of Scooter's devotion and is further aggravated by the arrival of her ailing husband's daughter, Catherine.
Episode 3
Lady in the Lake
Thu, Jun 10, 2021 45 mins
Alma and Bertram devise a plan to bury a potential setback. Dee enlists Vern when she suspects Scooter of lying. Rita attempts to clear the air with Catherine.
Episode 4
Scene of the Crime
Thu, Jun 17, 2021 46 mins
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. Dee seeks comfort in Vern.
Episode 5
They Made Me a Killer
Thu, Jun 24, 2021 48 mins
Alma learns how cruel a wounded Rita can be, but quickly realizes she can use the situation to her advantage. Bertram feels tempted to resume his "hobby," leading him to seek counsel with a trusted figure from his past
Episode 6
Dangerous Intruder
Thu, Jul 1, 2021 48 mins
Alma takes matters into her own hands after persuading Bertram to ease Carlo's suffering. Rita ensnares Scooter in her plot to blackmail Catherine.
Episode 7
The Woman in Question
Thu, Jul 8, 2021 43 mins
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.
Episode 8
Murder, My Sweet
Thu, Jul 15, 2021 48 mins
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. Dee grows suspicious surrounding Mrs. Yost's disappearance.
Episode 9
The Unguarded Moment
Thu, Jul 22, 2021 45 mins
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.
Episode 10
The Lady Confesses
Thu, Jul 29, 2021 47 mins
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.
