For many, Jennifer Garner will forever be Jenna Rink, the teen who magically leaps into her 30-year-old self. But beyond the beloved films, Garner has forged a remarkable career, and a deeply cherished friendship with Judy Greer that spans two decades. A recent conversation about her latest series revealed just how profound that bond truly is.
Garner stars in the Apple TV Plus thriller, *The Last Thing He Told Me*, a gripping story of a woman’s life unraveling when her husband vanishes. Alongside Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, she navigates a complex web of secrets, lies, and a past her husband desperately tried to escape. The series, based on the acclaimed novel by Laura Dave, explores the lengths people will go to protect those they love.
The plot thickens as it’s revealed her husband, Owen, is living under an assumed identity, fleeing a dangerous past connected to a powerful crime family. Forced to protect his stepdaughter, Bailey, Hannah races against time to uncover the truth, a truth that puts them all in mortal danger. The first season ended with a shocking five-year jump, leaving viewers desperate for answers.
Season two introduces a formidable new player: Quinn, portrayed by Judy Greer, the daughter of the very crime family Owen was running from. This reunion, Garner revealed, was particularly special. “Judy and I have been friends ever since *13 Going on 30*,” she shared. “There’s such a lovely shorthand. You don’t erase the history that you have with someone.”
Their on-screen dynamic, once defined by playful rivalry, now crackles with a different kind of energy. Garner described Greer as a constant source of support, “She’s carried me through the last 20 years, and I’ve a little bit carried her.” She was also deeply impressed by Greer’s growth as an actress, relishing the challenge of matching her intensity on set.
“I get to do that with Nikolaj, but it’s usually you’re with a man to do that,” Garner explained. “With another woman, it’s really special.” The opportunity to spar with Greer, to push each other creatively, elevated the entire experience. It was a testament to a friendship forged in the spotlight and strengthened by time.
Beyond the thrilling plot twists and suspenseful chase sequences, *The Last Thing He Told Me* delves into the core of what it means to be family. Coster-Waldau highlighted the central question driving the narrative: “How much you’re willing to sacrifice for the people you love.” It’s a question that resonates deeply, forcing characters – and viewers – to confront their own values.
Garner, also an executive producer, emphasized the delicate balance between high-stakes action and intimate emotional moments. “You have this super propulsive energy, and you have this real family love story in the middle of it,” she said. “And then you have this real baddie of Judy Greer showing up.”
The new season promises to be even more compelling, building on the foundation laid in the first. Garner confidently stated, “This season really does offer more of the same, deeper, better.” The success of the source material, Laura Dave’s sequel novel, speaks for itself.
*The Last Thing He Told Me* season two premieres on February 20, with episodes released weekly on Apple TV Plus. It’s a story of secrets, sacrifice, and the enduring power of family – and a captivating showcase for a remarkable friendship between two talented actresses.
