Lies (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1983, Lies is a thriller and drama film directed by Jim Wheat, running about 100 minutes. “Robyn's Only Playing A Part... Everyone Else Is Playing For Real!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Struggling actress accepts high paying job to play a rich heiress committed in a lunatic asylum, not knowing she's really being set up as a surrogate for the real girl who'd been murdered.
Who’s in it. Lies stars Ann Dusenberry as Robyn Wallace, Gail Strickland as Jessica Brenner, Bruce Davison as Stuart Russell and Clu Gulager as Doctor Bartlett, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, 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 Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lies (1983)?
- 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 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lies?
- Lies stars Ann Dusenberry, Gail Strickland, Bruce Davison, Clu Gulager and Terence Knox.
- When was Lies released?
- Lies was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.