‘Fantastic’ crime drama hailed as ‘true gem’ is your free weekend binge

Lie to Me, starring Tim Roth as a detection expert who helps the FBI and police crack tough cases, is available to stream on ITVX

LIE TO ME, Mekhi Phifer, Tim Roth

ooking for a gripping new crime drama to binge-watch this weekend? ITVX has just the ticket.

The free streaming service recently added Lie to Me to its ever-increasing list of bingeable dramas. Tim Roth stars as Dr. Cal Lightman, a brilliant deception expert who reads facial expressions and body language to uncover the truth. Alongside his specialised team, Lightman assists the FBI, local police and private citizens in cracking their toughest cases.

Though the Fox series originally concluded in 2011 after three seasons, it has maintained a dedicated following ever since.

With a unique premise and compelling performance by leading star Tim, Lie to Me is well worth adding to your watchlist. Here is everything you need to know before you press play.

What is Lie to Me about?

The official ITVX logline reads: “Dr. Cal Lightman, the world’s leading deception expert has partnered with a clinical psychologist to open the Lightman Group. One of their first cases involves the son of a family of devout Jehovah’s Witnesses who is accused of killing his teacher.”

LIE TO ME, Kelli Williams, Tim Roth, © Alamy Stock Photo
Tim Roth and Kelli Williams star in the crime drama

Who stars in Lie to Me?

Tim Roth (Reservoir Dogs) leads the cast as Cal Lightman, alongside Kelli Williams (Army Wives) as Dr. Gillian Foster, Brendan Hines (Scandal) as Eli Loker, Monica Raymund (The Good Wife) as Ria Torres, Hayley McFarland (The Conjuring) as Cal’s daughter Emily and Mekhi Phifer (Love, Victor) as Ben Reynolds.

What have viewers said about Lie to Me?

The series has been hailed by viewers as “fantastic,” with many still expressing disappointment over its cancellation after just three seasons.

Taking to social media, fans continue to praise the series. “I wish #LieToMe had never been cancelled! Probably one of my favourite crime shows,” one viewer wrote. Another agreed, adding, “Three seasons is way too little for a brilliant show like Lie To Me. I want me some moooore Tim Roth!”

Kelli Williams, Tim Roth, Lie to Me © Alamy Stock Photo
Lie to Me is available to stream on ITVX now

Even over a decade after its finale, the show continues to hook new viewers, with a third person writing: “Binge watching #LieToMe. It just gets better and better.”

How to watch Lie to Me

Season one of Lie to Me is available to stream on ITVX now. The show can also be streamed on Disney+.

CRE: https://www.hellomagazine.com/film/904334/fantastic-crime-drama-lie-to-me-next-weekend-binge/