House of Lies (2012– )

A subversive, scathing look at a self-loathing management consultant from a top-tier firm. Marty, a highly successful, cutthroat consultant is never above using any means (or anyone) necessary to get his clients the information they want.

Creator:

Matthew Carnahan

Stars:

Don Cheadle, Kristen Bell, Ben Schwartz

Won 1 Golden Globe. Another 1 win & 6 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Don Cheadle	...	Marty Kaan (24 episodes, 2012-2013)
Kristen Bell	...	Jeannie Van Der Hooven (24 episodes, 2012-2013)
Ben Schwartz	...	Clyde Oberholt (24 episodes, 2012-2013)
Josh Lawson	...	Doug Guggenheim (24 episodes, 2012-2013)
Dawn Olivieri	...	Monica Talbot (24 episodes, 2012-2013)
Donis Leonard Jr.	...	Roscoe Kaan (24 episodes, 2012-2013)
Glynn Turman	...	Jeremiah Kaan (24 episodes, 2012-2013)

Storyline

A subversive, scathing look at a self-loathing management consultant from a top-tier firm. Marty, a highly successful, cutthroat consultant is never above using any means (or anyone) necessary to get his clients the information they want.

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Plot Keywords:

Three Word Title | Interracial Relationship | Based On Book

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Taglines:

Liar, Liar.

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Genres:

Comedy

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

8 January 2012 (USA)

Also Known As:

Hou$e of Lie$

Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Refugee Productions

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

16:9 HD

Did You Know?

Trivia

Don Cheadle's name in the show, Marty Kaan, is based on the author of the book on which the show is based on - Martin Kihn.

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Connections

Featured in The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #21.115 (2013)
a clip from the show starring Don Cheadle is shown

User Reviews

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.