# Olivia Williams on 'The Good Daughter'

> Olivia Williams reveals how working on 'The Good Daughter' differs from past experiences with Harvey Weinstein.
- Title: Olivia Williams on 'The Good Daughter' · Woman's World
- Summary: Olivia Williams reveals how working on 'The Good Daughter' differs from past experiences with Harvey Weinstein.
- Keywords: olivia williams, the good daughter, karin slaughter, harvey weinstein, peacock, sister, mother, thriller, rural atlanta, Woman's World
- Source: Woman's World — https://womansworld.com/entertainment/celebrities/olivia-williams-on-the-good-daughter-harvey-weinstein-exclusive
- Author: Carissa Mosness
- Published: 2026-11-14T01:30:35+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: olivia williams, the good daughter, karin slaughter, harvey weinstein, peacock, sister, mother, thriller, crime, rural atlanta
## Olivia Williams reveals what drew her to 'The Good Daughter'
Olivia Williams accepted the role after Karin Slaughter said she based the character on her.

> I found myself very attracted by the fact that karin slaughter said she based the character in the novel on me
## Williams contrasts past experiences with Harvey Weinstein
Williams declined an Oscar offer from Weinstein in exchange for sex years ago.

> I have chased around sofas in two continents by harvey weinstein
## The Good Daughter's setting and themes
The show follows two sisters returning to their hometown after a tragedy, set in rural atlanta, ga.

> It’s a thriller, a cracking story, a mystery, a crime, all thrown into this beautiful rural atlanta georgia landscape
## Williams praises the show's sensitive handling
Williams said the show handled young actresses' difficult scenes with sensitivity.

> I think it was incredibly sensitively handled
## Women-led production environment
The show is produced with women in leadership roles, creating a respectful set environment.

> It was a very happy working environment
## Williams on flawed characters
Williams says the character is flawed but good people can be imperfect.

> I love intensely, but some of the things she does are wrong
## The Good Daughter on Peacock
The show is available on peacock now.

> Be sure to catch the good daughter on peacock now
## Key takeaway

Olivia Williams joined 'The Good Daughter' after Karin Slaughter said she based a character on her, and praised the show's respectful handling of young actresses' difficult scenes.