The Invention of Lying
“In a world where everyone can only tell the truth... This guy can lie.”
Set in a world where the concept of lying doesn't exist, a loser changes his lot when he invents lying and uses it to get ahead.
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
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| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | JioHotstar | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About The Invention of Lying
The Invention of Lying is a 2009 English-language comedy, fantasy and romance film directed by Ricky Gervais and Matthew Robinson. The cast is led by Ricky Gervais, Jennifer Garner, Louis C.K.. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 2300 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
The Invention of Lying was produced by MRC, 1821 Pictures, and Lynda Obst Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on October 2, 2009, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $19 million, it went on to gross $32 million worldwide.
- Director
- Ricky Gervais, Matthew Robinson
- Writers
- Ricky Gervais, Matthew Robinson
- Release date
- October 2, 2009
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $19 million
- Box office
- $32 million
- Production
- MRC, 1821 Pictures, Lynda Obst Productions
The Invention of Lying cast & crew
The Invention of Lying was directed by Ricky Gervais and Matthew Robinson and written by Ricky Gervais and Matthew Robinson.
The cast features Ricky Gervais as Mark Bellison, Jennifer Garner as Anna McDoogles, Louis C.K. as Greg Kleinschmidt, Rob Lowe as Brad Kessler, Jonah Hill as Frank Fawcett, and Jeffrey Tambor as Anthony James.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Tim Atack, cinematography is by Tim Suhrstedt, and it was produced by Sue Baden-Powell and Paris Kassidokostas-Latsis.
Is The Invention of Lying worth watching?
The Invention of Lying holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 2,336 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.
At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, fantasy, and romance, The Invention of Lying is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of The Invention of Lying
Ricky Gervais
Mark Bellison
Jennifer Garner
Anna McDoogles
Louis C.K.
Greg Kleinschmidt
Rob Lowe
Brad Kessler
Jonah Hill
Frank Fawcett
Jeffrey Tambor
Anthony James
Fionnula Flanagan
Martha Bellison
Tina Fey
Shelley Bailey
Donna Sorbello
Anna's Mother
Jason Bateman
Doctor
Philip Seymour Hoffman
Jim the Bartender
Jimmi Simpson
Bob
The Invention of Lying — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Invention of Lying in United States?
The Invention of Lying is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is The Invention of Lying in?
The Invention of Lying is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Invention of Lying?
The Invention of Lying runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).
▸What is The Invention of Lying rated?
The Invention of Lying is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 2,336 ratings.
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