Channel 5 has scheduled a rerun of the four-part marital thriller series Lie With Me to air on consecutive nights beginning Monday, July 6, 2026, at 9 p.
m. in the United Kingdom.
The 2021 miniseries replaces the drama Riptide in the broadcasting schedule. The finale is set to air on Thursday, July 9, 2026, according to tvguide.
co. uk.
Plot and Cast
The psychological drama stars former EastEnders actress Charlie Brooks as Anna Fallmont, a British woman who relocates her family to Melbourne, Australia, to save her marriage after her husband's infidelity.
Australian actor Brett Tucker portrays her husband, Jake Fallmont, a lawyer. A live-in nanny played by Phoebe Roberts harbors secrets that disrupt the family.
The production is a joint project between Channel 5 and Australia's Network 10.
It was directed by Neighbours showrunner Jason Herbison, who also created similar thrillers titled The Imposter and Riptide.
The series previously aired under the alternative title With Intent on Paramount+ for audiences in the United States, as reported by walesonline.
co. uk.
Producer's Perspective
Executive producer Jason Herbison explained that the project aimed to entertain audiences while highlighting unhealthy relationship dynamics. "I want the audience to be entertained.
But also think about some of the issues presented," Herbison said.
Herbison noted that the narrative pushes ordinary marital dilemmas to extreme heights. "Lie With Me takes the dilemma to extremes.
I’d never want anyone in the audience to go that far, but there might be some lessons to be learned from it," he added.
Audience Reception
Audience reception on IMDb included mixed to positive reviews praising the plot twists. One fan wrote, "Gripping with a truly surprise ending.
I loved this show from start to finish."
Another viewer highlighted the pacing: "Lots of twists and turns, which kept my attention throughout.
They managed to show the story well in only 4 episodes without it feeling rushed."
A third commentary praised the lead actress: "Charlie Brooks is excellent, if you've ever seen her in EastEnders this will show a completely different side."
The series is also available for streaming on Prime Video for a fee.
