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Big Little Lies

  • TV Series
  • 2017–2026
  • TV-MA
  • 50m
IMDb RATING
8.4/10
238K
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POPULARITY
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Nicole Kidman, Laura Dern, Meryl Streep, Reese Witherspoon, Shailene Woodley, and Zoë Kravitz in Big Little Lies (2017)
Celeste puts Mary Louise on the stand in the final episode of "Big Little Lies" Season 2.
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The apparently-perfect lives of upper-class mothers of students at a prestigious elementary school unravel to the point of murder when a single mother moves to their quaint California beach ... Read allThe apparently-perfect lives of upper-class mothers of students at a prestigious elementary school unravel to the point of murder when a single mother moves to their quaint California beach town.The apparently-perfect lives of upper-class mothers of students at a prestigious elementary school unravel to the point of murder when a single mother moves to their quaint California beach town.

  • Creator
    • David E. Kelley
  • Stars
    • Reese Witherspoon
    • Nicole Kidman
    • Shailene Woodley
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    8.4/10
    238K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    371
    11
    • Creator
      • David E. Kelley
    • Stars
      • Reese Witherspoon
      • Nicole Kidman
      • Shailene Woodley
    • 605User reviews
    • 63Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Won 8 Primetime Emmys
      • 56 wins & 101 nominations total

    Episodes15

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    Videos43

    Essential Guide to Shailene Woodley
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    Essential Guide to Shailene Woodley
    Big Little Lies: Renata Vs. Mary Louise
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    Big Little Lies: Renata Vs. Mary Louise
    Big Little Lies: Renata Vs. Mary Louise
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    Big Little Lies: Renata Vs. Mary Louise
    Big Little Lies: Ed Rejects Nathan's Apology
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    Big Little Lies: Ed Rejects Nathan's Apology
    Big Little Lies: The Slap
    Clip 2:42
    Big Little Lies: The Slap
    Big Little Lies: We Stay
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    Big Little Lies: We Stay
    Big Little Lies: Renata And Gordon Fight In The Car
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    Big Little Lies: Renata And Gordon Fight In The Car

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    Reese Witherspoon
    Reese Witherspoon
    • Madeline Martha Mackenzie
    • 2017–2026
    Nicole Kidman
    Nicole Kidman
    • Celeste Wright
    • 2017–2026
    Shailene Woodley
    Shailene Woodley
    • Jane Chapman
    • 2017–2026
    Zoë Kravitz
    Zoë Kravitz
    • Bonnie Carlson
    • 2017–2026
    Laura Dern
    Laura Dern
    • Renata Klein
    • 2017–2026
    Iain Armitage
    Iain Armitage
    • Ziggy Chapman
    • 2017–2026
    Cameron Crovetti
    Cameron Crovetti
    • Josh Wright
    • 2017–2026
    Nicholas Crovetti
    Nicholas Crovetti
    • Max Wright
    • 2017–2026
    Adam Scott
    Adam Scott
    • Ed Mackenzie
    • 2017–2019
    James Tupper
    James Tupper
    • Nathan Carlson
    • 2017–2019
    Alexander Skarsgård
    Alexander Skarsgård
    • Perry Wright
    • 2017–2019
    Jeffrey Nordling
    Jeffrey Nordling
    • Gordon Klein
    • 2017–2019
    Darby Camp
    Darby Camp
    • Chloe Mackenzie
    • 2017–2019
    Kathryn Newton
    Kathryn Newton
    • Abigail Carlson
    • 2017–2019
    Chloe Coleman
    Chloe Coleman
    • Skye Carlson
    • 2017–2019
    Ivy George
    Ivy George
    • Amabella Klein
    • 2017–2019
    Larry Sullivan
    Larry Sullivan
    • Oren Berg
    • 2017–2019
    Merrin Dungey
    Merrin Dungey
    • Detective Adrienne Quinlan
    • 2017–2019
    • Creator
      • David E. Kelley
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews605

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    9DukeEman

    Very creative with a sinister wit and some intelligence...

    I almost gave up on it after the lacklustre and uncreative beginning, but then the clever structure and intricate story-line kicked-in, followed by the interesting characters who are slowly taking form. Their purpose and meaning to the unfolding mystery is becoming evident and damn fascinating. All thanks to the performers who have already got this perfectly down-pat in the first episode, and that allows the story to take shape and meaning for the remainder of the series.

    So far this series is more than about fighting mums and a "who-done-it". What is so prevalent in the first episode is the underlying themes of parenthood, marital relationships and school-mom politics. I'm sure the writers will have more juice to add as the series progresses.

    For now, it's the mystery that has got me hooked. And to heighten my viewing pleasure, it is the development of the characters and the conflicts surrounding them, and also within, that makes me want to watch it that little bit longer, hopefully right to the very end of the series that is slowly peeling away the hypocrisy and the nastiness of an affluent suburb/town!
    10vladimir-janic

    Exquisite

    Exquisite. 'Big Little Lies' takes us to an incredible journey with its emotional and intriguing storyline. The characters are so thoroughly and thoughtfully developed. Nicole Kidman, Reese Witherspoon, Shailene Woodley, Laura Dern gave breathtaking performances. Directing, screenplay, photography, everything is brilliantly done. I would deeply recommend it.
    10mrocco-1

    Wow, just wow!

    I have HBO and NEVER watch it. I'm not a big fan of what apparently many other people like to watch. But when I saw the commercial for this I was intrigued. I never heard of the book, but highly respect many of the lead actors so I figured if they were involved it couldn't totally suck. Speaking of suck, I was completely sucked in on the first episode. I don't know why but I found this show completely and utterly mesmerizing, all the way down to the music and cinematography. Everyone involved in this from top to bottom hit it out of the park. I've never experienced this kind of life-style (ie mommy, daddy and school politics) but one of my clients who watches the show and lives in the general area said they nailed her experience when her kids were in school.

    To put in perspective, I usually work when I watch TV, don't really even 'watch' it, just background noise. Not only did I stop working to watch this, I ran the last few minutes in slow motion to fully absorb what happened. I can't give a show much more praise than that! You'll understand the scene I'm talking about when you see it.
    10lisajoy1960

    Just Watch It - It's The Show You've Been Waiting For...

    HBO's new limited series, Big Little Lies, is simply outstanding in every way. The casting is perfect - Reese Witherspoon as Madeline, Shailene Woodley as Jane and the always fabulous Nicole Kidman as Celeste - three very different mothers residing in the ultra wealthy enclave of Monterey, California. The show also focuses on Renata (a tense, edgy performance by Laura Dern and the families of the four main characters. James Tupper, Adam Scott, James Nordling turn in great performances, but Alexander Skaarsgard really shines as Perry, Celeste's troubled, volatile husband.

    Without giving away the plot, the show is part is Desperate Housewives part Knots Landing and part Secrets and Lies in that it's a drama, a soap and a mystery, all rolled into one delicious package.

    Beautiful cinematography and an amazing soundtrack add to the enjoyment. I just binge-watched the first three episodes and they left me wanting more. Just watch it - it's the show you've been waiting for...
    10discostuxxx

    Fantastic Book translates into Fantastic TV

    I am a big fan of Liane Moriarty and when I read this book I couldn't put it down. Reese Witherspoon has done the book justice as I understand she has produced the series.

    It's not often you read a book and the pictures that you form in your mind suddenly become real through a great translation to the screen. Although the book was originally set on the Northern beaches of Sydney the translation to Monterey California is perfect. David E Kelly has written the screenplay and has done an excellent job and dare I say taken a great story and enhanced it beautifully.

    The casting is absolutely perfect with Reese as Maddy, Nicole Kidman as Celeste, Laura Dern as Renata and Shailene as Jane. Great choice with Zoe Kravitz as well.

    Any parent and especially any mother will really relate to the story which keeps you guessing until the very end. AAA+++

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    • Trivia
      HBO won the rights for the series in a bidding war against Netflix.
    • Connections
      Featured in The Late Show with Stephen Colbert: Shailene Woodley/Laverne Cox/Rick & Marty Lagina (2017)
    • Soundtracks
      Cold Little Heart
      Performed by Michael Kiwanuka

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    • If the kids are in the ages between 6 and 7 years old isn't that a little weird that they choose Nicole Kidman and Laura dern to play the role of a 6 years old mother? I mean till what age you can still get pregnant?

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    • Release date
      • February 19, 2017 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Những Lời Nói Dối Tai Hại
    • Filming locations
      • Monterey, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Home Box Office (HBO)
      • David E. Kelley Productions
      • Pacific Standard
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    • Runtime
      50 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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