The Invention of Lying (2009)
Movie 1h 40m ★ 6.2/10
Good for tonight if you want to: make me laugh, i want to feel something, blow my mind
Released in 2009, The Invention of Lying is a comedy, fantasy and romance movie. It is directed by Matthew Robinson. The cast includes Rob Lowe, Jimmi Simpson and Jason Bateman. The running time is 1h 40m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.2 out of 10.
65Tonight Score Short enough for a weeknight.
Synopsis
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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Cast & crew
- Matthew RobinsonDirector
- Ricky GervaisDirector
- Rob Loweas Brad Kessler
- Jimmi Simpsonas Bob
- Jason Batemanas Doctor
- Jeffrey Tamboras Anthony James
- Philip Seymour Hoffmanas Jim the Bartender
- Ruben Santiago-Hudsonas Landlord
- Jennifer Garneras Anna McDoogles
- Jonah Hillas Frank Fawcett
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Questions about The Invention of Lying
- What genre is The Invention of Lying?
- The Invention of Lying is categorised as Comedy, Fantasy, Romance.
- Who stars in The Invention of Lying?
- Rob Lowe, Jimmi Simpson, Jason Bateman, Jeffrey Tambor, Philip Seymour Hoffman appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Invention of Lying?
- Matthew Robinson directed The Invention of Lying.
- How long is The Invention of Lying?
- The Invention of Lying runs for 1h 40m (100 minutes).
- Is The Invention of Lying worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.2/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Invention of Lying?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
