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7.9 / 10(407 votes)IMDbTV-MAFirst Aired: 20192 Seasons

Why Women Kill

“Keep your secrets buried.”

Series Overview

Three women living in three different decades: a housewife in the '60s, a socialite in the '80s and a lawyer in 2018, deal with infidelity in their marriages.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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CanceledScripted
Original Network
CBS All Access
Paramount+
Episodes & Seasons

2 Seasons • 20 Episodes

50 min per episode

Air Date Window

2019 – 2021

Premiered: Thu, Aug 15, 2019

Created By
Marc CherryMarc Cherry

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, Jul 29, 2021

Season 2, Episode 10: “The Lady Confesses”

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.

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Why Women Kill | Official TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2019-07-24

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Marc Cherry

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: TV-MA

TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-MA

Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

France (CNC)10

Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

Canada18+

18+ Restricted to Adults.

Australia (ACB)MA 15+
United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Why Women Kill

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What is Why Women Kill about?

Three women living in three different decades: a housewife in the '60s, a socialite in the '80s and a lawyer in 2018, deal with infidelity in their marriages.

How many seasons does Why Women Kill have?

Why Women Kill comprises 2 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Why Women Kill?

Key cast members in Why Women Kill include Allison Tolman, Lana Parrilla, Nick Frost, B.K. Cannon, Jordane Christie.

Who created or directed Why Women Kill?

Why Women Kill was developed and directed by Marc Cherry.