Lies (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1999, Lies is a drama film directed by Jang Sun-woo, running about 112 minutes. “Pain is their pleasure.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A story about the bizarre sexual relations of 38-year-old married man J and 18-year-old student Y. After an initial encounter, they embark on a sexual odyssey that visits the realms of obsession and sadomasochism.
Who’s in it. Lies stars Sang Hyun Lee as J, Kim Tae-yeon as Y, Hyun Joo Choi as G and Kwon Taek Han as Y's Brother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Lies has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lies page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lies tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lies (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lies change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lies worth watching?
- Lies holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lies?
- Lies stars Sang Hyun Lee, Kim Tae-yeon, Hyun Joo Choi, Kwon Taek Han and Jeon Hye-jin.
- When was Lies released?
- Lies was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.