Liar Liar

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Liar Liar

PG-13

Released Mar 21, 1997

1h 27m

Comedy

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Conniving attorney Fletcher Reede is an ace in the courtroom, but his dishonesty and devotion to work ruin his relationships. His wife, Audrey, has left him for a more dependable man, and Fletcher often breaks the commitments he makes to his beloved son, Max. When Max wishes his dad would stop lying for 24 hours, Fletcher suddenly finds that he can only speak the truth, on the day his career-deciding court case has to be won.

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Critics Consensus

Despite its thin plot, Liar Liar is elevated by Jim Carrey's exuberant brand of physical humor, and the result is a laugh riot that helped to broaden the comedian's appeal.

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Paul Tatara

CNN.com

I would tell you that this is a loud, obvious, one-joke movie, but most of you would run out and pony up the eight bucks to see it anyway.

Apr 7, 2020

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Jonathan Rosenbaum

Chicago Reader

Pretty funny, at least during those moments when it doesn't turn into goo.

Apr 7, 2020

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Duane Byrge

The Hollywood Reporter

Carrey has never been better - that is to say funnier, or more controlled. He's reached a higher performance plateau here, playing a real human being we care about rather than a goon figure.

Mar 21, 2017

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Wayne Broadway

Black Girl Nerds

Its not just Carrey as a comedic performer that makes this movie so enjoyable, its him as a very flawed, but very loving, father.

Rated: 4.5/5

Apr 5, 2022

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

There are several moments of inspired lunacy on full display.

Rated: 2.5/4

Jan 22, 2022

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David Nusair

Reel Film Reviews

...a briskly-paced comedy that relies heavily on Carrey's unabashedly (and occasionally overbearingly) broad performance to propel the thin, overly familiar narrative forward...

Rated: 2.5/4

Jan 19, 2021

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Huey E

The comedy serves the story in the film, but that is perhaps the only thing that is particularly special in this movie, as Jim Carrey’s immensely exaggerated humour grows tiresome by the films end.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

02/17/25

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Esmeralda S

I loved it! One of the funniest movies I’ve ever seen!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/31/25

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Senan L

I DONT RECOMMEND THIS

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

01/31/25

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Kevin P

Arguably one of the better Jim Carrey 90’s classics that’s mostly held up pretty well with its timeless scenario and how far they push the concept. The 90’s schmaltz can be a bit much at times (especially the overly whimsical trademark 90’s soundtrack), but god damn, is Jim Carrey’s performance impressive. His physicality and spontaneous improvisation every time he has to tell the truth is really impressive and easily carries the movie. It’s a funny premise that’s executed very well and arguably one of Jim Carrey’s better comedies.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/26/25

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Carlos T

Filme: O Mentiroso Assistido: 07-01-25 Elenco: @jimcarrey_ @_mauratierney @mrjustincooper @kristaallenxo @jennifertilly @caryelwes Modelo: #comedia Duração: 1h 27m Ano: 1997 Minha opinião: Jim Carey e seus filmes; O Máskara (1994), Debi & Loide (1994), Ace Ventura I e II (94 e 95), O Show de Truman (1998), Todo Poderoso (2003), Sim Senhor (2008),... e muito outros. E mesmo fazendo sucesso nos dias de hoje com Sonic 1, 2, 3. Neste filme temos o show de Jim novamente de sua forma irreverente. Falar de Jim não tem segredo para quem já o conhece. Aqui ele faz o papel de advogado em ascensão e vencendo várias ações e claro vencendo usando a mentira. E a mentira não é somente no tribunal é na sua vida, dia a dia. E principalmente com seu filho e sua ex-esposa. Que esta namorando e que estão para mudar. Mas sua ex tem um quedinha ainda por Jim. Mas a cada mancada tanto ela quanto o filho já não confiam mais em Jim. Até o dia que ele tem que tomar a decisão. Sua vida profissional ou seu filho e reconquistar sua ex. E nisso esta ocorrendo um julgamento que ele ganhou, mas o seu censo de caráter também mudando depois que seu filho pede para que ele não minta por 24 anos, um pedido que seu filho faz no dia do aniversário. E a parte cômica esta os apuros onde sua vida de mentira agora passa a ser verdade. Roteiro e enredo criativo e Jim sendo Jim. Este mesmo roteiro ele vem a utilizar anos depois em Papai e os Pinguins, que basicamente usa da mesma receita. Vale apena assistir? sim Nota: 6,5

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

01/08/25

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William B

One of the best movies of Jim Carrey. Deep and important message.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/05/25

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Liar Liar: Official Clip - And the Truth Shall Set You Free!

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Liar Liar: Official Clip - I'm Kicking My Ass!

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Liar Liar: Official Clip - Car Troubles

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Liar Liar: Official Clip - Roasting the Committee

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Liar Liar: Official Clip - I'm Reaping What I Sow

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Liar Liar: Official Clip - A Wish Come True

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Liar Liar: Official Clip - I Can't Lie!

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Liar Liar: Official Clip - The Pen Is Blue

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Liar Liar: Official Clip - Big Liar

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Synopsis

Conniving attorney Fletcher Reede is an ace in the courtroom, but his dishonesty and devotion to work ruin his relationships. His wife, Audrey, has left him for a more dependable man, and Fletcher often breaks the commitments he makes to his beloved son, Max. When Max wishes his dad would stop lying for 24 hours, Fletcher suddenly finds that he can only speak the truth, on the day his career-deciding court case has to be won.

Director: Tom Shadyac
Producer: Brian Grazer
Screenwriter: Paul Guay, Stephen Mazur
Distributor: Universal Pictures, MCA/Universal Pictures [us]
Production Co: Imagine Entertainment, Universal Pictures
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 21, 1997, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 18, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $181.4M
Runtime: 1h 27m
Sound Mix: DTS-ES, Stereo
Aspect Ratio: 35mm, Flat (1.85:1)

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