The Ultimate Lie (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1996, The Ultimate Lie is a drama and tv movie film directed by Larry Shaw, running about 97 minutes. “She's a high-class hooker shocked to see her next client. Her father!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A spoiled young rich girl rebels against her parents by becoming a call girl. However, one night she arrives at a hotel for a "rendezvous" with a client and discovers to her horror that he is none other than her father.
Who’s in it. The Ultimate Lie stars Michael Murphy as Malcolm McGrath, Kristin Davis as Claire McGrath, George Eads as Ben McGrath and Jane Marla Robbins, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Ultimate Lie has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ultimate Lie page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ultimate Lie tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ultimate Lie (1996)?
- In GB, The Ultimate Lie is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Ultimate Lie worth watching?
- The Ultimate Lie holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Ultimate Lie?
- The Ultimate Lie stars Michael Murphy, Kristin Davis, George Eads, Jane Marla Robbins and Jon Pennell.
- When was The Ultimate Lie released?
- The Ultimate Lie was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.