Movie

The Invention of Lying

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

★ 6.2(2,352)20091h 40m

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Good to know

Director: Ricky Gervais, Matthew Robinson
Release date: 2009-10-02
Runtime: 1h 40m
Language: English
Box office: $32,400,000
Budget: $18,500,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: MRC

The Invention of Lying — trailer

About The Invention of Lying

The Invention of Lying is a 2009 movie in the Comedy, Fantasy and Romance genres, directed by Ricky Gervais and Matthew Robinson, starring Ricky Gervais, Jennifer Garner and Louis C.K.. It has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.2/10 from 2,352 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Invention of Lying in Israel — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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.

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

Tina Fey

Shelley Bailey

Donna Sorbello

Anna's Mother

Jason Bateman

Doctor

Philip Seymour Hoffman

Jim the Bartender

Jimmi Simpson

Bob

Themes & keywords

liereligionlies

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Invention of Lying in Israel?+

The Invention of Lying is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Israel. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Invention of Lying on Netflix?+

The Invention of Lying is not on Netflix in Israel right now.

How long is The Invention of Lying?+

The Invention of Lying has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

Who stars in The Invention of Lying?+

The Invention of Lying stars Ricky Gervais, Jennifer Garner, Louis C.K., Rob Lowe and Jonah Hill.

When did The Invention of Lying come out?+

The Invention of Lying is a 2009 movie directed by Ricky Gervais and Matthew Robinson.

What genre is The Invention of Lying?+

The Invention of Lying is Comedy, Fantasy and Romance film.

Who directed The Invention of Lying?+

The Invention of Lying was directed by Ricky Gervais and Matthew Robinson.