---
title: "Lies We Tell"
year: 2023
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/lies-we-tell-2023"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1154265
imdb_id: "tt10406410"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 89
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 21
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Lies We Tell (2023) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/lies-we-tell-2023

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Lies We Tell is a 2023 Irish gothic thriller directed by Lisa Mulcahy. The film follows an orphaned heiress who is compelled to confront her family's dark and complicated history, drawing its narrative foundation from the work of author Sheridan Le Fanu.

As a production within the drama and mystery genres, the film explores atmospheric storytelling through its period setting and character-driven plot. It represents a specific entry in contemporary Irish cinema, focusing on the weight of inheritance and the uncovering of hidden truths.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An orphaned heiress must confront the sinister secrets hidden within her family's dark legacy."

### Why Watch
- Directed by Lisa Mulcahy with a screenplay by Elisabeth Gooch
- Based on the original novel by Sheridan Le Fanu
- Features performances by Agnes O'Casey, David Wilmot, Chris Walley, and Holly Sturton

### Caveats & Content Note
- Some critics have described the film as histrionic and overly dense in its storytelling
- Tone & Suitability: This film maintains a gothic tone with a runtime of one hour and twenty-nine minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #gothic-thriller, #irish-cinema, #literary-adaptation, #family-secrets, #period-drama, #mystery

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Foxtel Now, Beamafilm | Beamafilm | Beamafilm |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Lisa Mulcahy
- **Networks / Studios**: Blue Ink Films, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Agnes O'Casey** as *Maud*
- **David Wilmot** as *Silas*
- **Holly Sturton** as *Emily*
- **Chris Walley** as *Edward*
- **Gráinne Keenan** as *Madame*
- **Mark Doherty** as *Bryerly*
- **Elaine O'Dwyer** as *Mary Quince*
- **John Olohan** as *Mr. Rusk*
- **Kieran Roche** as *Ilbury*
- **Eleanor Methven** as *Mrs. Rusk*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Lies We Tell?
The film is currently not available on major domestic streaming platforms.

### Q: Is the film worth watching?
Reception is mixed, with some viewers finding the narrative style intense and overly complex.

### Q: How long is the film?
The total runtime of the film is one hour and twenty-nine minutes.

### Q: Is this a series or a film?
Lies We Tell is a feature-length film released in 2023.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Lies We Tell — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1154265)
- [Lies We Tell (2023) 평점 후기 등장인물 무료 다시보기 OTT 보는곳](https://gamsgopromocode.com/)

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