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Season Slumps: 'Big Little Lies' and 'Bad Sisters' Falter

2/15/2025

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"Big Little Lies" on Max stumbles in its second season, weighed down by repetitive storylines that overshadow its powerful themes. Meanwhile, Apple TV+'s "Bad Sisters" starts off with delightful humor and engaging plots but loses its spark in the second season, highlighting the risks of dragging out successful series beyond their prime.

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Story summary

"Big Little Lies" on Max stumbles in its second season, weighed down by repetitive storylines that overshadow its powerful themes. Meanwhile, Apple TV+'s "Bad Sisters" starts off with delightful humor and engaging plots but loses its spark in the second season, highlighting the risks of dragging out successful series beyond their prime.