The Lie Chair (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1976, The Lie Chair is a thriller and tv movie film directed by David Cronenberg, running about 28 minutes.
What it’s about. After their car breaks down on a stormy night, young couple Neil and Carol Croft arrive at the door of elderly Mrs. Rogers and her maid Mildred. They are initially mistaken by Mrs. Rogers for her grandchildren, Robert and Sylvia, who were expected for dinner; when they protest their true identities, each of the women suggests that they are merely putting on an act to comfort the other and ask for the couple's co-operation in this. As the evening progresses, Neil and Carol realise something is very wrong above and beyond the behaviour of their hosts.
Who’s in it. The Lie Chair stars Amelia Hall as Mildred, Susan Hogan as Carol, Richard Monette as Neil and Doris Petrie as Mrs. Rogers.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Lie Chair has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lie Chair page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lie Chair tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lie Chair (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lie Chair change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lie Chair worth watching?
- The Lie Chair holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Lie Chair?
- The Lie Chair stars Amelia Hall, Susan Hogan, Richard Monette and Doris Petrie.
- When was The Lie Chair released?
- The Lie Chair was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 28 minutes.