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The Lie

Drama
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1918-04-08
50m
English
Released
Famous Players Film Company

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Elinor Shale's happiness at being engaged to Gerald Forster is interrupted by the arrival of her sister Lucy, who confesses that she will soon give birth to an illegitimate child. Elinor goes into seclusion with her sister until the baby is born and then tries to find a foster mother. Seeking to estrange Gerald from Elinor so that she may marry him herself, Lucy convinces him that Elinor is the child's mother. After Lucy and Gerald's marriage, Elinor learns of her sister's perfidy and resolves to tell Gerald the truth, but at the sight of their happiness, she relents and returns home.

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Where does The Lie rank today?

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Stream The Lie online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about drama movie originally produced in English and released in 1918, it's earned a solid 0.0/10 from 0 viewers worldwide.

About The Lie

Elinor Shale's happiness at being engaged to Gerald Forster is interrupted by the arrival of her sister Lucy, who confesses that she will soon give birth to an illegitimate child. Elinor goes into seclusion with her sister until the baby is born and then tries to find a foster mother. Seeking to estrange Gerald from Elinor so that she may marry him herself, Lucy convinces him that Elinor is the child's mother. After Lucy and Gerald's marriage, Elinor learns of her sister's perfidy and resolves to tell Gerald the truth, but at the sight of their happiness, she relents and returns home. Running 50 minutes.

The Lie Cast and Characters

The cast features Elsie Ferguson (as Elinor Shale), David Powell (as Gerald Forster), John L. Shine (as Sir Robert Shale), Percy Marmont (as Nol Dibdin), and Charles Sutton (as Hamp). Their performances are a major reason The Lie has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Lie

The Lie flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch The Lie online for free?

You can watch The Lie online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.

How long is The Lie?

The Lie runs for 50 minutes (about 0.8 hour).

Is The Lie good? What's the rating?

The Lie holds a 0.0/10 rating based on 0 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of The Lie?

The main cast includes Elsie Ferguson, David Powell, John L. Shine, and Percy Marmont, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Lie available in English?

Yes — The Lie was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was The Lie released?

The Lie was released in 1918.

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Where can I watch The Lie for free?

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What is The Lie about?

The Lie is a Drama English-language film. Elinor Shale's happiness at being engaged to Gerald Forster is interrupted by the arrival of her sister Lucy, who confesses that she will soon give birth to an illegitimate child. Elinor goes into seclusion with her sister until the baby is born and then tries to find a foster mother. Seeking to estrange Gerald from Elinor so that she may marry him herself, Lucy convinces him that Elinor is the child's mother. After Lucy and Gerald's marriage, Elinor learns of her sister's perfidy and resolves to tell Gerald the truth, but at the sight of their happiness, she relents and returns home.

When was The Lie released?

The Lie was released on April 8, 1918. It has a runtime of 50m. The film was produced by Famous Players Film Company.

Who stars in The Lie?

The Lie stars Elsie Ferguson, David Powell, John L. Shine and Percy Marmont. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is The Lie available in HD?

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