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Tell Me Lies

2022·Show
26Episodes in3Seasons·TV-MA
73
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Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Deeply romantic and moving

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Romance9
  • Coming of Age8
  • Pathos7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Cringe Humor3
  • Dark Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, the mind, and growing up

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout performances, storytelling, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Narrative Structure9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

You never forget your worst.

When Lucy Albright and Stephen DeMarco meet at college, they are at that formative age when seemingly mundane choices lead the way to irrevocable consequences. They quickly fall into an addictive entanglement that will permanently alter not only their lives, but the lives of everyone around them.
Deceptive RomancePsychological Thriller DramaNon-Linear StorytellingToxic Relationship DynamicsCollege Coming-of-AgeEmotional ManipulationCharacter StudyBleak RealismUnreliable Narrators

Sequels and Prequels

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Where can I stream Tell Me Lies legally?

Tell Me Lies is included with a subscription to Hulu in the United States. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Tell Me Lies worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 85%, and Metacritic 71). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Tell Me Lies rated?

TV-MAStrong languageDrug useSexual content

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: strong language, drug use, and sexual content.

How many seasons does Tell Me Lies have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 26 episodes.

Is Tell Me Lies based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Tell Me Lies?

Critics78
Audiences66

Not quite. Critics rate Tell Me Lies higher (78) than audiences (66). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

When did Tell Me Lies air?

It ran from 2022 to 2026 and has ended.

What language is Tell Me Lies in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Tell Me Lies?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Tell Me Lies in 76 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.