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Big Fat Liar (2002)

โ€œTwo friends are about to cut one Hollywood big shot down to size.โ€

5.9/10 ยท 891 votes 1h 28m pg ComedyAdventureFamily

#129 of 154 films from 2002 #2385 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Shawn Levy ยท Written by Brian Robbins, Dan Schneider

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Overview

After one of his class papers is stolen and turned into a movie, a young student and his best friend exact a hilarious, slapstick revenge on the Hollywood hot shot who has taken credit!

Cast

Frankie Munizas Jason Shepherd
Paul Giamattias Marty Wolf
Amanda Bynesas Kaylee
Amanda Detmeras Monty Kirkham
Sandra Ohas Mrs. Caldwell
Russell Hornsbyas Marcus Duncan
Michael Bryan Frenchas Harry Shepherd
Christine Tuccias Carol Shepherd
Lee Majorsas Vince
Donald Faisonas Frank Jackson
Sean O'Bryanas Leo
Amy Hillas Joscelyn Davis
John Choas Dustin Wong
Matthew Fraumanas Lester Golub

Facts

Release dateFebruary 8, 2002
Runtime88 min (1h 28m) โ€” shorter as the 2002 average of 106 min
GenresComedy, Adventure, Family
LanguageEN
Budget$15,000,000
Box office$52,970,014 (3.5ร— budget)
IMDbtt0265298

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Questions

How long is Big Fat Liar?
Big Fat Liar runs 88 minutes (1h 28m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Big Fat Liar worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.9/10 across 891 votes, which places it #129 of 154 films released in 2002 in this index (top 17%) and #2385 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Big Fat Liar?
Big Fat Liar was directed by Shawn Levy. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Deadpool & Wolverine (2024), Free Guy (2021), Real Steel (2011).
Who stars in Big Fat Liar?
Frankie Muniz as Jason Shepherd; Paul Giamatti as Marty Wolf; Amanda Bynes as Kaylee; Amanda Detmer as Monty Kirkham; Sandra Oh as Mrs. Caldwell; Russell Hornsby as Marcus Duncan.
What is Big Fat Liar rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Big Fat Liar?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/9468.

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