Elisabeth Moss and Kerry Washington will star in and executive produce the eight-episode psychological thriller ‘Imperfect Women’ for Apple TV, with a global premiere set for Wednesday, March 18, 2026. The series, created by Annie Weisman and based on Araminta Hall’s novel, explores the fallout of a crime on a lifelong friendship among three women.
The first two episodes will be available at launch on Apple TV, with new episodes releasing weekly through April 29, 2026. The project brings together a major creative team, including directors Lesli Linka Glatter, Nzingha Stewart, and Daina Reid, and is a co-production between 20th Television and Apple Studios.
Worldwide Release Dates and Platforms
‘Imperfect Women’ will have a global release on Apple TV. The service is available in over 100 countries and regions. The release schedule is uniform worldwide: the first two episodes debut on March 18, 2026, followed by one new episode each subsequent Wednesday. The season finale will be available on April 29, 2026.
For new subscribers, Apple TV offers a seven-day free trial, with subscriptions priced at $12.99 per month. The service is accessible via the Apple TV app on a wide range of devices, including iPhones, iPads, Apple TV 4K, Mac computers, popular smart TVs from Samsung, LG, and Sony, as well as Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and gaming consoles.
The Central Trio and Their Characters
The story revolves around three women whose long-standing friendship is shattered by a devastating crime.
- Elisabeth Moss plays Mary. Moss is also an executive producer on the series through her production company, Love & Squalor Pictures.
- Kerry Washington plays Eleanor. Washington executive produces for her company, Simpson Street.
- Kate Mara plays Nancy, rounding out the central trio. Mara joined the cast in January 2025.
“Imperfect Women examines a crime that shatters the lives of three women in a decades-long friendship. The unconventional thriller explores guilt and retribution, love and betrayal, and the compromises we make that irrevocably alter our lives,” states the official Apple TV press release.
Supporting Cast and Character Details
The series features a robust ensemble cast in recurring and guest roles, adding depth to the central mystery.
Key supporting cast members include:
- Joel Kinnaman as Robert, a series regular.
- Corey Stoll as Howard, also a series regular.
- Leslie Odom Jr. in a recurring role.
- Violette Linnz as Artemis.
- Audrey Zahn as Cora.
Additional recurring characters bring the investigative and personal worlds of the story to life. Ana Ortiz will portray Detective Ganz. Rome Flynn plays Jordan, who is noted as a love interest for Kerry Washington’s character, Eleanor. Sherri Saum plays Zoe. Other recurring actors include Wilson Bethel as Scott, Keith Carradine as RL Hennessy, and Jackson Kelly as Marcus.
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Creative Team and Production Leadership
The series is a showcase of industry talent both in front of and behind the camera, driven by collaborators with strong ties to Apple TV and acclaimed drama.
- Annie Weisman serves as creator, writer, showrunner, and executive producer. This marks her latest project with Apple TV following the series Physical.
- Lesli Linka Glatter (Homeland, Love & Death) directed the pilot episode and is an executive producer. Directors Nzingha Stewart and Daina Reid are also attached to the series.
- Araminta Hall, author of the source novel, is an executive producer.
- The project was initially optioned by Elisabeth Moss and producer Lindsey McManus through their company Love & Squalor Pictures; both serve as executive producers.
- Kerry Washington and Pilar Savone executive produce for Simpson Street.
- Writer Kay Oyegun also serves as an executive producer.
Filming for the eight-episode limited series began in Los Angeles in May 2025. The production received a California film tax credit in December 2024.
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Sources:
(1) Apple TV+ Press Release for ‘Imperfect Women’,
(2) Wikipedia Entry for ‘Imperfect Women’,
(3) The Hollywood Reporter Article on Premiere Date,
(4) Variety First Look Article
