The Invention of Lying 2009
“In a world where everyone can only tell the truth... This guy can lie.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Director
- Ricky Gervais, Matthew Robinson
- Networks
- MRC, 1821 Pictures, Lynda Obst Productions
What is The Invention of Lying?
The Invention of Lying is a film first released in 2009. Catalogued under Comedy, Fantasy, Romance.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 2, 2009
- Studios
- MRC, 1821 Pictures, Lynda Obst Productions
- Genres
- Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.2/10
- Episode runtime
- ~100 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- MRC, 1821 Pictures, Lynda Obst Productions
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Overview
The Invention of Lying is a film first released in 2009. Catalogued under Comedy, Fantasy, Romance. Produced and broadcast by MRC, 1821 Pictures, Lynda Obst Productions. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A world without lies is upended when a down-on-his-luck man discovers how to lie.”
- Fresh premise that imagines a world without deception
- Humorous blend of romance and fantasy
- Sharp satire on social norms
- The film leans heavily on its central gimmick, which may feel repetitive for some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy clever comedies that play with reality and romance.
Its PG‑13 rating means it contains mild language and adult humor suitable for teens and adults.
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What is the basic premise of the film?
It follows a man who discovers he can lie in a world where everyone else tells the truth.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is a comedy that also incorporates fantasy and romance elements.
When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on October 2, 2009.
What is the film’s rating?
It carries a PG‑13 rating.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes.
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