'Big Little Lies' spoilers: Tension between Madeline and Mary? Meryl Streep's arrival in season 2 explained

Now with Perry dead - killed rather in an act of self-defense - it is but obvious that Mary's intentions for visiting Monetery are not the most harmonious ones.

Drama will soar and relationships will get even more complicated in Monterey as a new cast member joins 'Big Little Lies' in season 2. The Reese Witherspoon, Nicole Kidman, Shailene Woodley, Laura Dern, and Zoe Kravitz-starring HBO series has already traced its way to the critics' radar, thanks to the tackling of tough subject matter like abuse and a murder. And it's going to get even more intriguing in the second season when Celeste's (Kidman) mother-in-law comes down for a visit.

Starring Oscar-winning actress Meryl Streep as Mary Louise Wright, mother of Celeste's late husband Perry Wright (Alexander Skarsgard), the plot is headed straight for a battle, surprisingly involving Mary and fellow Monterey resident Madeline (Witherspoon).   

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