The Invention of Lying

The Invention of Lying is a 2009 fantasy romantic comedy film that is written and directed by Ricky Gervais and Matthew Robinson. This film is the directorial debut of Gervais. The film stars Ricky Gervais as the first human with the ability to lie. It also stars Jennifer Garner, Jonah Hill, Louis C.K., Rob Lowe, and Tina Fey. The film features a high concept narrative set in an alternate reality in which there is no such thing as lying and every... More

Initial release date:

  • Sep 14, 2009

Rating:

14A (Canada)

Runtime:

  • 1 h 39 min

Also known as:

  • This Side of the Truth,
  • The Invention of Lying

Film

Directed by

Ricky Gervais

Ricky Dene Gervais (English pronunciation: /dʒərˈveɪz/,; born 25 June 1961) is an English comedian, actor, director, producer, musician, writer, and former...

Matthew Robinson

Matthew Robinson is a film writer and director.

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Release date(s):

Film release region Release Date Film release distribution medium
  • Oct 2, 2009
  • Jan 19, 2010
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Runtime:

Runtime Film release region Note
  • 1 h 39 min
  • Toronto International Film Festival
  • 1 h 40 min
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Estimated budget:

Currency Amount
  • 18,500,000

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