Lie to Me was inspired by real-life detection expert Dr. Paul Ekman
The Truth
Read the story behind Lie to Me
The Science
Learn about the science behind the show
Fact not Fiction
Train yourself to be like Cal
Cast & Characters
Cal Lightman
Tim Roth
Gillian Foster
Kelli Williams
Eli Loker
Brendan Hines
Emily Lightman
Hayley McFarland
Ben Reynolds
Mekhi Phifer
Ria Torres
Monica Raymund
Episode Guide
Season 1
Season 2
Season 3
Paul Ekman is a well-known psychologist and co-discoverer of micro expressions. He was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by TIME magazine in 2009. He has worked with many government agencies, domestic and abroad. Dr. Ekman has compiled over 50 years of his research to create comprehensive training tools to read the hidden emotions of those around you.