Tim Roth’s hit crime drama branded a “masterpiece” finds new UK streaming home

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Tim Roth’s crime drama Lie to Me has found itself a new streaming home in the UK.

The series focuses on a group of freelance professionals who assist law enforcement by applying psychological principles. They excel in analyzing verbal cues and physical gestures, striving to uncover the truth where others fail.

In addition to Roth, the show also features Kelli Williams from “Found”, Brendan Hines known for “Locke & Key”, Mekhi Phifer best recognized from “8 Mile”, and Melissa George, a former lead in “Home and Away”.

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The show also stars Kelli Williams (from “Found”), Brendan Hines (“Locke & Key”), Mekhi Phifer (“8 Mile”), and Melissa George, who used to be on “Home and Away” alongside Roth.

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Running from 2009 to 2011, all three seasons have just been added to Prime Video.

If you don’t have a subscription to that specific service, you can still watch all the episodes on Disney+.

In the year 2009, the show received a Primetime Emmy Award, specifically for Outstanding Title Design. Two years later, in 2011, it won not one but two People’s Choice Awards. One was for Favorite TV Crime Drama, and the other was granted to Roth for his outstanding performance as Favorite TV Crime Fighter.

Over on IMDb, the show has an average 8.0 score from fans.

The viewer praised Tim Roth’s acting as perfectly balanced, with the right amount of eccentricity and flair. They also appreciated the supporting cast. The same viewer expressed a desire for Dr. Lightman to return, stating that his presence is needed in today’s world more than ever.

One fan remarked, “A true masterpiece that was terminated far ahead of its time,” while another stated, “Lie to Me is among those series that slipped under the radar and was prematurely canceled.

There are quite a few fans who think that the show gets worse as it goes on.

Lie to Me is available to stream in full on Prime Video and Disney+.

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2025-08-11 16:22