'The Better Sister Cast': A Complete Character Guide To Prime Video's Must-Watch Thriller
Everything you need to know about the cast ensemle of Prime Video's latest crime thriller.
On May 29, Prime Video released one of it's latest TV series offerings, The Better Sister. With only eight episodes, which are all available to stream on the platform, the dark thriller might just be the next TV fix that you've been looking for.
As the title suggests, the series follows estranged sisters Jessica Biel (Chloe Taylor) and Elizabeth Banks (Nicky Macintosh) who are reunited after the murder of one Chloe's husband - who, was initially in a relationship with Nicky and had a child with her. Ticking the boxes as a murder mystery, from beginning to end it's filled with suspenseful family drama and all about uncovered secrets within a dysfunctional family. The Better Sister easily qualifies for being added to your to-watch list.
And much of this is due to the series' stellar cast list which includes Corey Stoll, Kim Dickens, Matthew Modine and more. Below, we take you through the entire cast list, and details on the main characters.
The Better Sister Complete Cast List
- Jessica Biel as Chloe Taylor
- Elizabeth Banks as Nicky Macintosh
- Corey Stoll as Adam Macintosh
- Kim Dickens as Detective Nancy 'Nan' Guidry
- Maxwell Acee Donovan as Ethan Macintosh
- Bobby Naderi as Detective Matt Bowen
- Gabriel Sloyer as Jake Rodriguez
- Matthew Modine as Bill Braddock
- Lorraine Toussaint as Catherine Lancaster
- Gloria Reuben as Michelle Sanders
- Michael J. Harney as Doorman Arty
- Janel Moloney as Sheila
- Frederick Weller as Hank
- John Finn as Clark
- Paul Sparks as Ken
- Frank Pando as Edward Olivero
Jessica Biel (Chloe Taylor) In 'The Better Sister'
Who is Chloe Taylor? She is the editor-in-chief- of The Real Thing magazine, and married to Adam following his split from Chloe's sister, Nicky. She is the also the adoptive mother of Ethan.
Who is Jessica Biel? Biel is a highly successful actor who has starred in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003), New Year's Eve (2011), The Sinner (2017) and more.
Elizabeth Banks (Nicky Macintosh) In 'The Better Sister'
Who is Nicky Macintosh? Nicky is the ex-wife of the deceased, Adam, as well as the biological father of Ethan and Chloe's sister. She struggles with a substance problem, which has previously caused a number of issues in her life. Following Adam's murder, she has moved back to New York.
Who is Elizabeth Banks? The American actor has starred in a number of successful projects including The Hunger Games film series (2012–2015) and Pitch Perfect film series (2012–2017).
Corey Stoll (Adam Macintosh) In 'The Better Sister'
Who is Adam Macintosh? Adam is Nicky's ex-husband, and began a relationship with her sister, Chloe, after the divorce. The series is centred around his murder, which takes places in episode one.
Who is Corey Stoll? The American actor is best known for playing roles in TV shows and films including Ant Man (2011) House of Cards (2013–16) and Ant Man (2015).
Kim Dickens (Detective Nancy 'Nan' Guidry) In 'The Better Sister'
Who is Detective Nancy 'Nan' Guidry? Guidry is one of the police detectives working on Adam Macintosh's murder, alongside Matt, who she mentors.
Who is Kim Dickens? Dickens is best known for featuring in Hollow Man (2000), Deadwood (2004-06), Thank You For Smoking (2005) and Gone Girl (2014)
Maxwell Acee Donovan (Ethan Macintosh) In 'The Better Sister'
Who is Ethan Macintosh? He is Nicky and Adam's biological son.
Who is Maxwell Acee Donovan? The actor first rose to prominence when he starred in Gabby Duran & The Unsittables (2019-2021) and That '90s Show (2023-24).
Bobby Naderi (Detective Matt Bowen) In 'The Better Sister'
Who is Detective Matt Bowen? He is Nancy's police partner and has a more unpolished outlook when it comes to murder investigations.
Who is Bobby Naderi?Naderi is an Iranian actor who has previously starred in Under The Shadow (2016), Bright (2017) and The Beekeeper (2024).
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