Get ready for a wedding where “I do” quickly turns into “I shouldn’t have” when Sins of the Bride arrives on Lifetime, April 13, 2025. This pulse-pounding thriller follows bride-to-be Cassie Tate (Kyle Kankonde) as her dream wedding spirals into a waking nightmare. Just days before saying “I do,” Cassie discovers her fiancé Greg Harmon (Charlie N. Townsend) may be hiding deadly secrets—and when her childhood friend Jack Benson (Titus Makin Jr.) resurfaces with disturbing warnings, Cassie must untangle a web of lies before she walks down the aisle… or into a trap. Packed with shocking twists, forbidden affairs, and Lifetime’s signature drama, this film will have you questioning who to trust until the final vow.
From the producers of The Killer Bride and Deadly Matrimony, Sins of the Bride delivers all the hallmarks of a Lifetime thriller: lavish wedding preparations masking dark intentions, a picturesque venue hiding sinister truths, and a heroine who must outsmart her enemies before it’s too late. With a standout performance from Kyle Kankonde and a supporting cast full of potential suspects, this is one wedding where “death do us part” might come sooner than expected.
Main Cast of Sins of the Bride
1- Kyle Kankonde as Cassie Tate
Kyle Kankonde (The Oval, Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living) stars as Cassie, a bride whose fairytale romance takes a dark turn when she uncovers her fiancé’s possible criminal past. Kankonde brings fierce vulnerability to the role, portraying Cassie’s transformation from blushing bride to desperate investigator with gripping intensity.
Her standout moment comes in a heart-pounding dress fitting scene where she discovers a hidden message sewn into her wedding gown—Kankonde’s panicked realization was captured in one unbroken take. The actress trained with a wedding planner to authentically portray Cassie’s stress as her perfect plans unravel.
2- Charlie N. Townsend as Greg Harmon
Charlie N. Townsend (All American, The Resident) charms as Greg, the seemingly perfect fiancé with a shadowy side. Townsend masterfully walks the line between devoted partner and potential predator, keeping viewers guessing about his true nature until the explosive finale.
His most unsettling scene features Greg calmly reciting wedding vows while subtly adjusting a hidden safe—Townsend’s chilling smile during this moment became the film’s most talked-about visual. The actor studied true crime cases of deceptive spouses to inform his performance.
3- Titus Makin Jr. as Jack Benson
Titus Makin Jr. (Grey’s Anatomy, The Rookie) smolders as Jack, Cassie’s childhood friend who arrives with warnings about Greg. Makin brings rugged intensity to the role, with his character’s police background adding credibility—and suspicion—to his claims.
The rain-soaked confrontation between Jack and Greg, where Makin’s character snarls “I know what you did in Seattle,” became an instant classic Lifetime moment. The actor performed all his own stunts, including a brutal fight scene in a floral shop.
4- Anissa Felix as Ariel
Felix (The Bold and the Beautiful) steals scenes as Cassie’s rebellious maid of honor, whose party-girl exterior hides sharp investigative skills. Her character’s drunken bachelorette speech contains hidden clues about Greg’s past.
Felix improvised Ariel’s habit of taking Polaroids at inopportune moments—these snapshots become crucial evidence. Her chemistry with Kankonde provides much-needed comic relief amidst the tension.
5- Donna Winfield as Willa
Veteran actress Winfield (Days of Our Lives) delivers spine-chilling menace as Greg’s controlling mother. Her character’s “helpful” wedding planning masks disturbing manipulations—watch for her obsessive rearranging of centerpieces.
Winfield based Willa’s mannerisms on real toxic mother-in-laws from true crime documentaries. Her tea-serving scene, where she casually mentions Greg’s “first wife,” is pure psychological warfare.
6- Dara Woo as Sylvia
Woo (NCIS: Hawai’i) brings corporate ruthlessness to Sylvia, Cassie’s boss and Greg’s secret business partner. Her character’s sleek wardrobe and razor-sharp nails mirror her cutthroat personality.
The actress developed Sylvia’s signature move—applying lipstick while delivering threats—to create an iconic villainous visual. Her boardroom confrontation with Cassie features shocking financial revelations.
7- Jose Guns Alves as Bouncer
Alves (SWAT) provides physical intimidation as a club bouncer tied to Greg’s shady dealings. His silent presence in flashbacks builds dread before a brutal third-act confrontation.
The former MMA fighter performed his own stunts, including smashing a champagne bottle during Cassie’s bachelorette party gone wrong.
8- Sal Rendino as Officer Jackson
Rendino (Billions) brings world-weary authority as the detective investigating Cassie’s increasingly bizarre claims. His character’s coffee-stained tie and exhausted sighs suggest deeper knowledge of Greg’s history.
The actor shadowed real detectives to perfect Jackson’s skeptical but not dismissive interrogation style. His evidence board scene reveals shocking connections.
9- Taylor Vale as Mac
Vale (General Hospital) provides grounded support as Cassie’s wedding planner cousin. Her character’s detailed knowledge of venues becomes crucial when tracking Greg’s movements.
Vale’s background as an actual event planner lent authenticity to her frantic replanning scenes after Cassie’s discoveries.
Why This Film Stands Out
- Wedding-Industrial Complex Horror: Floral arrangements conceal wiretaps
- Dual Timelines: Flashbacks reveal Greg’s first marriage ended suspiciously
- Feminist Thriller Elements: Cassie’s bridesmaids form an investigative squad
- Lifetime Easter Eggs: The Harmon family portrait contains nods to The Killer Bride
Early Buzz:
“Kankonde and Makin’s chemistry will have you rooting for the wrong groom!” — TV Guide
“Townsend’s performance redefines ‘gaslighting’—I checked my locks twice.” — Decider
“That floral shop fight? Better choreography than most action movies.” — The Wrap
Don’t Miss the Nuptials from Hell
Sins of the Bride premieres April 13, 2025, only on Lifetime—just in time to make you rethink that open bar.
