Big Little Lies

A suspicious death at an elementary school fund-raiser exposes rivalries simmering beneath the superficial comity among some of the parents.

Hoping to get under Renatas skin, Madeline organizes a trip to compete with Amabellas birthday party. After another argument, Celeste succumbs to Perrys charms before their first session with a therapist, Dr. Amanda Reisman. Madeline gets called for a meeting with Abigails guidance counselor. Principal Nippal announces the theme for the Fall Gala Fundraiser; later, Jane seeks Madelines help with Ziggys family tree project, and opens up about her past.

Madeline receives encouraging news about the play from her director, Joseph Bachman, but is left concerned by his newly icy demeanor. Principal Nippal and Ms. Barnes share their conclusions about Ziggy and Amabella with Jane. Celeste has a solo session with Dr. Reisman, who tries to get to the bottom of her relationship with Perry.

Celeste takes steps towards independence; Madeline deals with fallout from her past.

Renata faces an uncertain future when Gordon lands in legal trouble. Corey asks Jane out on a “practice” date. After a challenging therapy session with Dr. Reisman, Celeste opens up to Mary Louise about her relationship with Perry. Bonnies mom, Elizabeth, arrives. Ed confronts Madeline about her secrets.

Celeste accuses Mary Louise of overstepping boundaries with Jane. Renata endures a prying court hearing with Gordon. Jane opens up to Corey at Amabellas disco-themed birthday party. Madeline continues to try to make things right with Ed.

Celeste is blindsided by Mary Louise. Gordon continues to disappoint Renata. Bonnie contemplates a solution to her mother’s suffering and her own ongoing guilt. Ed entertains an unusual proposition before catching Madeline in an unguarded moment. The Monterey Five feel the pressure of increased scrutiny of Perry’s death.