Telling Lies in America
1997, English. Directed by Guy Ferland.
Just don't get caught.
A 17-year-old boy becomes friends with Billy Magic, the radio DJ he idolizes, and eventually slips into the payola and corruption of the entertainment world.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Guy FerlandDirector
- Kevin BaconBilly Magic
- Brad RenfroKarchy 'Chucky' Jonas
- Maximilian SchellDr. Istvan Jonas
- Calista FlockhartDiney Majeski
- Tony DevonDanny Hogan
- Paul DooleyFather Norton
- Jonathan Rhys MeyersKevin Boyle
- Luke WilsonHenry
- Damen FletcherAmos
- Jerry SwindallAndy "Croak" Stas
- K.K. DoddsJustine
- James KisickiCecil Simms
Details
- Released
- 2 August 1997
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Joe Eszterhas
- Budget
- $4M
- Box office
- $319K
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Telling Lies in America: quick answers
Is Telling Lies in America worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 47 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Telling Lies in America?
Telling Lies in America runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does Telling Lies in America have a post-credits scene?
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Telling Lies in America parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Telling Lies in America yet.
Which OTT platform is Telling Lies in America on?
Telling Lies in America isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Telling Lies in America?
If you liked Telling Lies in America, try Elvis, Talk to Me, Bob Marley: One Love.
Who directed Telling Lies in America?
Telling Lies in America (1997) was directed by Guy Ferland and stars Kevin Bacon, Brad Renfro, Maximilian Schell.