The Invention of Lying

In a world where everyone can only tell the truth... This guy can lie.

20091h 40m6.2(2,416 votes)

ComedyFantasyRomance

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.

The Invention of Lying (2009) is a comedy, fantasy, and romance film directed by Ricky Gervais. It stars Ricky Gervais, Jennifer Garner, and Louis C.K.. The film runs for 1 hour 40 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.2 out of 10 from 2,416 votes.

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Director

Ricky Gervais

Cast

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Invention of Lying

Where can I watch The Invention of Lying?

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Who stars in The Invention of Lying?

The Invention of Lying stars Ricky Gervais, Jennifer Garner, Louis C.K., and Rob Lowe, and was directed by Ricky Gervais.

How long is The Invention of Lying?

The Invention of Lying has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes.

When did The Invention of Lying come out?

The Invention of Lying was released in 2009.

What genre is The Invention of Lying?

The Invention of Lying is a comedy, fantasy, and romance film.

Is The Invention of Lying worth watching?

The Invention of Lying holds an average audience score of 6.2 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.