Would I Lie to You?
Would I Lie to You?

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Would I Lie to You?

2005
Movie
96 min
English

A man who wants a woman who will love him for him, looks for ladies while posing as someone else.

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IMDb8.0/10
Director: Barbara JonesGenres: Comedy, Game Show

Plot Summary

Would I Lie to You? is a British comedy panel game show where a team of celebrities try to determine whether their opponents are telling the truth or lying about bizarre claims. Each week, two teams, captained by David Mitchell and Lee Mack, are presented with a series of statements made by one of the guests. The guests then explain their statement, and the opposing team must guess if it's true or false.

Critical Reception

The show has been consistently praised for its sharp wit, clever premise, and the brilliant comedic chemistry between its hosts and regular panelists. It is widely regarded as one of the UK's best comedy panel shows, appreciated by both critics and a broad audience for its humor and engaging format.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp comedic writing and the dynamic between the captains.

  • Celebrated for its inventive and often hilarious 'stranger than fiction' stories.

  • Appreciated for the genuine laughter and improvisational skills on display.

Google audience: Audience feedback generally highlights the show's consistent humor, the brilliant banter between the hosts and guests, and the sheer entertainment value of hearing unbelievable stories presented as fact.

Awards & Accolades

BAFTA TV Award for Best Comedy Entertainment Programme (2015, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022). Nominated for numerous other awards.

Fun Fact

The show's original premise involved a celebrity guest telling a story from their life, and the other celebrities had to guess if it was true or not. The current format, where a guest reads a statement from a card, evolved later in its development.

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