The Lie (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1973, The Lie is a drama and tv movie film directed by Alex Segal, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. An Ingmar Bergman script. Produced for Swedish Television as "Reservatet" (1970) and for BBC as "The Lie" (1971). An American couple is trapped in their marriage and way of life. Locked up in their bourgeois inferno.
Who’s in it. The Lie stars George Segal as Andrew, Shirley Knight as Anna, Allan Arbus as Edward Fredericks and William Bassett as Army Major, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Lie has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lie page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lie tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lie (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lie worth watching?
- The Lie holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lie?
- The Lie stars George Segal, Shirley Knight, Allan Arbus, William Bassett and Paul Bryar.
- When was The Lie released?
- The Lie was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.