The Great American Lie(2020)
The Great American Lie Synopsis
Examines how a US value system built on the extreme masculine ideals of money, power and control has glorified individualism, institutionalized inequality, and undermined the ability of most Americans to achieve the American Dream.
The Great American Lie (2020) is a documentary film directed by Jennifer Siebel Newsom, released on October 2, 2020 with a runtime of 1h 28m. It stars Nicholas Kristof, Dr. Linda Darling-Hammond and Libby Schaaf. Viewers rate it 5.0 out of 10 across 5 ratings.
- Director:
- Jennifer Siebel Newsom
- Status:
- Released
The Great American Lie (2020) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for The Great American Lie before you stream it.
The Great American Lie Cast & Crew
Main cast
Nicholas Kristof
as Himself
- Dr. Linda Darling-Hammond
Dr. Linda Darling-Hammond
as Herself
- Libby Schaaf
Libby Schaaf
as Herself
Key crew
Directed by Jennifer Siebel Newsom.
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The Great American Lie Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.0/10 from 5 ratings.
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The Great American Lie – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Great American Lie online?
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The Great American Lie (2020) is currently available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in The Great American Lie?
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The main cast of The Great American Lie (2020) includes Nicholas Kristof, Dr. Linda Darling-Hammond and Libby Schaaf. The film was directed by Jennifer Siebel Newsom. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Great American Lie released?
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The Great American Lie was released on October 2, 2020 and runs for 1h 28m.
Is The Great American Lie worth watching?
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The Great American Lie (2020) holds an average rating of 5.0 out of 10 from 5 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for The Great American Lie?
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Yes. The official The Great American Lie trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.