‘Psycho Sister-in-Law’: Release date, plot, cast, trailer and all you need to know about Lifetime’s thriller movie

‘Psycho Sister-in-Law’ is Lifetime’s latest thriller that follows a devious woman who is eyeing on her half-brother's wealth
Andrea Bowen, Lydia Hearst (Getty Images)
Andrea Bowen, Lydia Hearst (Getty Images)

‘Psycho Sister-in-Law’ is Lifetime’s latest thriller that follows a devious woman named Zara, the half-sister of Nick Downes, who is soon expecting his first child. After the death of their father, Zara wreaks havoc on her half-brother’s family after she moves in with him and his wife. Will the young couple realize Zara’s intentions before its too late? If you’re planning on watching ‘Psycho Sister-in-Law’, here’s everything you need to know. 

Release date

‘Psycho Sister-in-Law’ is scheduled to premiere on August 16 at 8 pm ET on Lifetime. 

Plot 

The official synopsis for the movie reads, “After the death of their father, the half-sister of a father-to-be moves in her half-brother and his wife’s happy home and brings danger as she seeks to claim the full inheritance.”

Andrea Bowen 

Andrea Bowen attends Step Up Inspiration Awards at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel on May 31, 2019, in Beverly Hills, California (Getty Images)

Andrea Lauren Bowen began her career with Broadway musicals such as ‘The Sound of Music’ and ‘Les Miserables’. She played the role of Julie Mayer on ABC comedy-drama ‘Desperate Housewives’ from 2004 to 2008. Later, she went on to work predominantly in Lifetime movies. Her film credits include ‘Jonny’s Sweet Revenge’, A Winter Wedding’, ‘Pretty Little Addict’ and ‘Divorce Invitation’. 

Lydia Hearst 

Lydia Hearst attends the 2020 Film Independent Spirit Awards on February 08, 2020, in Santa Monica, California (Getty Images)

The great-granddaughter of newspaper publisher and politician William Randolph Hearst and daughter of the author and actress Patty Hearst, Lydia Hearst is an American model and actress who has appeared in a series of films and television shows. Some of her notable works include, ‘The Haunting of Sharon Tate’, ‘Two for One’, ‘Between Worlds’, and ‘Stealing Chanel’. Hearst also served as the supermodel coach for the second edition of Oxygen’s 'The Face’, alongside Naomi Campbell and Anne Vyalitsyna. 

Brando Eaton 

Actor Brando Eaton arrives at the premiere of Nickelodeon's "Merry Christmas, Drake & Josh!" at the Landmark Theatres, Westside Pavilion on December 2, 2008, in Los Angeles, California (Getty Images)

Brando Eaton is an American actor best known for his work in ‘Dexter’, ‘The Secret Life of the American Teenager’ and ‘Zoey 101’. Eaton also endorsed Gary Johnson and campaigned for the presidential candidate. He has directed the documentary ‘I Am Gary Johnson’. 

Creators 

The details regarding the creators of ‘Psycho Sister-in-Law’ are yet to be announced by Lifetime. Watch the space for an update on the same. 

Trailer 


The official trailer for the Lifetime thriller hasn’t been released. MEA WorldWide (MEAWW) will update this article once it's out. 

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