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House of Lies

  • TV Series
  • 2012–2016
  • 12
  • 30m
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7.4/10
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Don Cheadle in House of Lies (2012)
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A charming management consultant and his crack team use every dirty trick in the book to woo powerful CEOs and close huge deals.A charming management consultant and his crack team use every dirty trick in the book to woo powerful CEOs and close huge deals.A charming management consultant and his crack team use every dirty trick in the book to woo powerful CEOs and close huge deals.

  • Creator
    • Matthew Carnahan
  • Stars
    • Don Cheadle
    • Kristen Bell
    • Ben Schwartz
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.4/10
    27K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    407
    1,095
    • Creator
      • Matthew Carnahan
    • Stars
      • Don Cheadle
      • Kristen Bell
      • Ben Schwartz
    • 73User reviews
    • 20Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Won 1 Primetime Emmy
      • 6 wins & 33 nominations total

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    Don Cheadle
    Don Cheadle
    • Marty Kaan
    • 2012–2016
    Kristen Bell
    Kristen Bell
    • Jeannie Van Der Hooven
    • 2012–2016
    Ben Schwartz
    Ben Schwartz
    • Clyde Oberholt
    • 2012–2016
    Josh Lawson
    Josh Lawson
    • Doug Guggenheim
    • 2012–2016
    Donis Leonard Jr.
    Donis Leonard Jr.
    • Roscoe Kaan
    • 2012–2016
    Glynn Turman
    Glynn Turman
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    • 2012–2016
    Dawn Olivieri
    Dawn Olivieri
    • Monica Talbot
    • 2012–2016
    Lais Pedroso
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    • 2013
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    Jenny Slate
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    Michael Fletcher
    • 2015
    Valorie Curry
    Valorie Curry
    • Kelsey
    • 2015–2016
    Larenz Tate
    Larenz Tate
    • Malcolm Kaan
    • 2013–2015
    Bess Armstrong
    Bess Armstrong
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    • 2013–2014
    Ryan Gaul
    Ryan Gaul
    • Will
    • 2014–2015
    Richard Schiff
    Richard Schiff
    • Harrison 'Skip' Galweather
    • 2012–2016
    Genevieve Angelson
    Genevieve Angelson
    • Caitlin Hobart
    • 2014
    Nia Long
    Nia Long
    • Tamara
    • 2013
    Alice Hunter
    Alice Hunter
    • Chantelle
    • 2014–2015
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    8kunmercenario

    Showtime

    People say this show has a lot of sex, slurs ... who cares? This show is pure Showtime, so, if you like Californication, you will like House of Lies. If you like Downtown Abbey, maybe you will not. Another reason to watch this show is the cast. Don Cheadle is a great actor, and having the possibility of watching him in this kind of show is awesome. No more "Hotel for Dogs", Don. And Kristen Bell. Everyone loves Kristen Bell. Natural beauty and great actress. Can't wait to see if both characters end up having some kind of relationship ( aka sex ) We'll see how the plot resumes, but the groundwork is done. Showtime is back. The sex, the slurs are back. Who cares?
    9hannah-uzelac

    Clever and funny. Extremely enjoyable.

    I just read a review in which someone complained about the amount of "slurs" and basically equated the show to pornography. They couldn't be more wrong.

    Yes, the show has some swears. And yes, there is nudity. But how is that worth a 1-star review? Are you 10 years old? This is a program created by and for Showcase, a network that shamelessly brands itself as "television without borders," so there should be an expectation of some level of debauchery. How many other top shows out there contain the same material? Look at True Blood, Game of Thrones, Californication, and the list goes on. House of Lies is an adult show with adult themes. Get the hell over it! This show is clearly not for you. Everyone's welcome to their own opinion but I doubt anyone will find yours to be useful here. Don't give it a 1-star review just because you don't approve of its content. Go watch "The Wind at My Back" or something like that instead.

    That being said, Don Cheadle is fantastic as the lead part in this comedy. He pulls it off so well that it's unexpected and refreshing. Cheadle's "psycho" ex-wife is also a great character, flipping between pill-popping party girl and smart, driven career woman that we love to laugh with even though we hate her for being such a b*tch. I can't wait to see more of this show and I applaud everyone involved for a job well done. The acting is convincing and the writing is sharp. There is a great dynamic between all the characters, especially that of Cheadle and his father. The only acting that's less-than stellar comes from Cheadle's son's character, but it's difficult to find a convincing child actor anywhere. He'll probably improve as the show goes on.

    I was laughing throughout the episode. Don't let the review of some prude turn you away from this great comedy.
    8ano-272-401408

    My new favourite TV show

    This has to be one of the most lewd and rude shows I have ever seen. Push that aside for a tick and discount the machine gun humour that's leaving gaping holes across the corporate back drop in which this is set. Move to the foreground to where I want to dwell. The great mix of self absorbed characters with more hang ups than a normal closet. A dollop of kid dealing with coming out of a closet, or is that his dad and dad's dad that are dealing with it? Those two generations of fathers are definitely not sure how to do the job. Only seen two episodes but I am hooked, line and sinker. Sprinkle the whole thing with a reasonably good support cast. Greg Germann was so good in Episode one, good to see a reprise in next weeks. Kristen Bell is OK as is Ben Swatz & Josh Lawson in full geek mode.

    But what is with the on again off relationship with Don Cheddie and Dawn Olivieri who plays his hot ex? Gold, pure gold! This is one of those multi layered comedies that I look for from the UK.

    Bravo ShoTime for making, what is at present, my new favourite TV show. Keep it strong!
    10izmcoolu

    OK so why is this rated so low?

    I never ever write reviews and honestly this will be my first ever review for a movie or TV show in my entire life lol, that being said I can't even begin to understand why this show is rated so low. This show is the most entertaining show I have seen since "office", plus it has all the adult themes that you wished was displayed in "Office". No its not a work of art of some yuppy's view of how great television is supposed to be but wow this is just that perfect show for the normal person who still has some sort of pulse left in his veins. I can understand how the older generation would not enjoy this show but it truly is just great mindless fun to watch and enjoy. Once again I never wrote a review before in my life but I just had to after seeing such low ratings, I really hope they don't cancel this show like all the other great shows that was low rated because people are just too uptight in their ideas of proper television. IDK maybe because I don't have grey hair yet or don't pretend to be sitting in a directors chair that I don't understand such low rating. Anyway if you take a regular guys advice, try this show cause it really is the most under rated comedy out there.
    8jeppy3456

    Smart show with a lot going for it

    This is a great show for young adults and in particular young men. To me it is Californication with a little more whit. Cheadle is perfect for the role; making the viewer really believe he can make any deal happen with his quick tongue and confident demeanor(he plays a consultant for the number two ranked company if you didn't already know).Each show consists of him and his team trying to make one deal happen and then generally shows Cheadle returning to his family life in the end. Not sure why it isn't more highly rated, but I give it an 8. If you enjoy the playboy type role that Duchovny plays in Californication you will love Cheadle in House of Lies!

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      Because Kristen Bell was visibly pregnant right from the middle of the second season, they tried to cover up with the usual loose clothes and big purses, but ended up digitally erasing Bell's pregnant midriff.
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      Featured in The 64th Primetime Emmy Awards (2012)

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    • Release date
      • February 18, 2014 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • SHOWTIME
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Hou$e of Lie$
    • Filming locations
      • Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Cinema Vehicles
      • Crescendo Productions
      • Matthew Carnahan Circus Products
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      30 minutes
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    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD

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