We Were Liars is set to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on June 18, 2025. This eight-episode psychological thriller delves into the secrets of the affluent Sinclair family, whose idyllic summers on a private island take a dark turn following a traumatic event. The series is directed by Erica Dunton and Nzingha Stewart, with the first episode directed by Stewart.
The narrative focuses on Cadence Sinclair Eastman (Emily Alyn Lind), who returns to her family’s remote island after suffering memory loss from an unexplained accident. As she gradually recalls the events of the previous summer, Cadence faces deeply hidden family truths. The series highlights themes such as social status, memory’s impact, and the intricate bonds within a family.
Cast and Characters
The series features a talented cast:
- Emily Alyn Lind as Cadence Sinclair Eastman
- Shubham Maheshwari as Gat Patil
- Esther McGregor as Mirren Sinclair Sheffield
- Joseph Zada as Johnny Sinclair Dennis
- Mamie Gummer as Carrie Sinclair
- Caitlin FitzGerald as Penny Sinclair
- Candice King as Bess Sinclair
- Rahul Kohli as Ed Patil
- David Morse as Harris Sinclair
- Wendy Crewson as Tipper Sinclair
Julie Plec and Carina Adly MacKenzie, best known for hits like The Vampire Diaries and Roswell, New Mexico, are the creative minds behind the series. Nzingha Stewart directs the opening episode, with Erica Dunton handling direction for the later ones. Production is backed by Amazon MGM Studios in partnership with Universal Television.
All episodes of We Were Liars will be available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video starting June 18, 2025. Subscribers can binge-watch the entire series in one go, immersing themselves in the suspenseful narrative.
