The Lying Game

The Lying Game

A lost twin. A dark secret. A deadly game.

Created by Fred Gerber

On ABC Family

2011–20132 seasons30 episodes42 min7.1 / 10

A YA mystery-drama built on identity deception and family secrets, where a foster girl must navigate her twin's dangerous life while uncovering why they were separated.

Emma, a kind-hearted foster kid who can't catch a break, finds out she has an identical twin sister, Sutton, who - unlike Emma - was adopted by wealthy parents and is seemingly living an ideal life. After their initial meeting, Sutton talks Emma into stepping into her life for a few days while she pursues a lead on their birth mother. Initially excited to do this favor for her sister, Emma soon learns that Sutton has gone missing and could be in trouble. Now, Emma must decide whether to come clean to Sutton's family and risk her own safety in the hope of uncovering her twin sister's true whereabouts, along with the truth about why they were separated in the first place.

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  • Is The Lying Game scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 73% of series.

  • Is The Lying Game sad? Somewhat. More sad than 72% of series.

  • Is The Lying Game easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 66% of series.

  • Does The Lying Game leave you hopeful? Not especially. Less hopeful than 63% of series.

  • Is The Lying Game violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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51/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity36

How unlike any other series this one feels

Surprise75

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love46

How much audiences actually like it

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Like The Lying Game

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as The Lying Game

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like The Lying Game, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like The Lying Game, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like The Lying Game, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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