Lie to Me Cast List

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Lie to Me cast list, including photos of the actors when available. This list includes all of the Lie to Me main actors and actresses, so if they are an integral part of the show you'll find them below. You can various bits of trivia about these Lie to Me stars, such as where the actor was born and what their year of birth is. This cast list of actors from Lie to Me focuses primarily on the main characters, but there may be a few actors who played smaller roles on Lie to Me that are on here as well.

Everything from James Marsters to Tricia Helfer is included below.

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  • Alona Tal
    Supernatural, Veronica Mars, Cult
    Alona Tal (Hebrew: אלונה טל‎, IPA: [aˈlona ˈtal]; born October 20, 1983) is an Israeli singer and actress. She is known for her roles in Veronica Mars as cheerleader Meg Manning and in Supernatural as Jo Harvelle.
  • Hayley McFarland (born March 29, 1991) is an American actress, singer and dancer. She is best known for her portrayal of Emily Lightman on the Fox TV series Lie to Me and Brooke Putner on the FX TV series Sons of Anarchy.
  • Jennifer Beals
    Lie to Me, The L Word, The Chicago Code
    Jennifer Beals, an American actress and former teen model, is known for her versatile performances across film and television. Born on December 19, 1963, in Chicago, Illinois, Beals embarked on her acting journey while still a student at Yale University. Her breakout role came in the form of Alexandra "Alex" Owens in the 1983 romantic drama film "Flashdance", which catapulted her to international fame and earned her a nomination for a Golden Globe Award. Beals' career extends beyond the realm of film, with an impressive array of television roles to her credit. She starred in the critically acclaimed Showtime series The L Word, playing the role of Bette Porter, a part that not only showcased her acting prowess but also her dedication to portraying complex characters. Her portrayal of Bette brought her nominations for two NAACP Image Awards and a Satellite Award. In addition to this, she has made significant contributions to other popular television series such as Lie to Me, The Chicago Code, and Proof. Despite her successes on screen, Beals' accomplishments extend into her personal life and humanitarian efforts. An avid supporter of LGBTQ+ rights, she has used her platform to advocate for equality and acceptance. Moreover, she has displayed a deep commitment to education, graduating from Yale University with a degree in American Literature in 1987. Jennifer Beals' career is marked by her dedication to her craft, her commitment to social issues, and her ability to portray a wide range of characters, making her a respected figure in the entertainment industry.
  • Anna Gunn
    Breaking Bad, Deadwood, Men Behaving Badly
    Anna Gunn (born August 11, 1968) is an American actress. She is best known for her role as Skyler White on the AMC drama series Breaking Bad, for which she won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series in 2013 and 2014.
  • Kelli Williams
    Lie to Me, The Practice, Army Wives
    Kelli Renee Williams (born June 8, 1970) is an American actress. She is known for her roles as Lindsay Dole on the legal drama The Practice, psychologist and deception expert Dr. Gillian Foster on Lie to Me, and Jackie Clark on Army Wives.
  • Mekhi Phifer
    ER, Torchwood, Lie to Me
    Mekhi Phifer, an accomplished American actor, has carved a distinct path in the entertainment industry with his versatility and compelling performances. Born on December 29, 1974, in Harlem, New York, Phifer's rise to stardom is a testament to his innate talent and relentless pursuit of his passion. His journey began when he secured the lead role in Spike Lee's critically acclaimed film Clockers in 1995, a feat he achieved with no prior acting experience. Phifer's career trajectory saw an upward trend as he showcased his range in a variety of roles. In 2002, he became a familiar face in households worldwide through his role as Dr. Gregory Pratt on the popular medical drama, ER. His portrayal of the ambitious young doctor earned him critical acclaim and solidified his standing in the industry. In addition to his television success, Phifer also made notable strides in cinema. He starred in powerful films like Soul Food, 8 Mile, and Paid in Full, earning praise for his performances. Beyond acting, Phifer has also made significant contributions behind the camera as a director and producer. He directed the comedy-drama feature Puff, Puff, Pass in 2006 and later co-produced the thriller The Suspect in 2013. Regardless of the medium or role, Mekhi Phifer's commitment to his craft is evident. His enduring legacy in the entertainment world is a reflection of his talent, hard work, and dedication to storytelling.
  • Tim Roth
    Lie to Me, Made in Britain, Tsunami: The Aftermath
    Born in London, England, Timothy Simon Roth, known as Tim Roth, embarked on his journey into the world of acting by joining a youth theater workshop at 16. His unconventional entrance to the film industry came with his debut role in Alan Clarke's made-for-television play Made in Britain (1982), where he played a young skinhead. Roth's powerful performance led him to further roles in various British films and television series, carving a niche for himself as an actor who excelled in portraying dark and disturbed characters. Roth's breakthrough in Hollywood was largely credited to the renowned director Quentin Tarantino, who cast him in the critically acclaimed film Reservoir Dogs (1992). This partnership would prove fruitful, for Roth went on to star in several other Tarantino films including Pulp Fiction (1994) and The Hateful Eight (2015). Roth's performances have earned him a reputation as a versatile actor, capable of embodying roles ranging from loquacious gangsters to stoic lawmen. Beyond his acting career, Roth has also made notable contributions behind the camera. He directed The War Zone (1999). Despite its difficult subject matter, the film received widespread critical acclaim and served to underscore Roth's talent not only as an actor, but as a director. Outside the entertainment industry, Tim Roth is passionate about social justice issues and has been involved in various charitable causes throughout his career.
  • Monica Raymund
    Chicago Fire, Lie to Me
    Monica Raymund (born July 26, 1986) is an American actress known for her roles as Maria "Ria" Torres in the Fox crime drama Lie to Me (2009–2011), Dana Lodge in the CBS legal drama The Good Wife (2011–2012) and Gabriela Dawson (Gabriela Dawson Casey 2017-2018) in the NBC drama Chicago Fire (2012–2018).
  • Carter Jenkins

    Carter Jenkins

    Surface, Kid vs. Kat, Viva Laughlin
    Carter Mark Jenkins (born September 4, 1991) is an American actor. He is best known for his roles in the films Aliens in the Attic (2009), Valentine's Day (2010), and Struck by Lightning (2012). On television, Jenkins was part of the main cast of Surface (2005–06), Viva Laughlin (2007), and Famous in Love (2017–2018).
  • Brendan Hines
    Lie to Me, If You Lived Here, You'd Be Home Now
    Brendan Patrick Hines (born December 28, 1976) is an American actor and singer-songwriter. He has had a number of television roles, including as part of the main cast of Lie to Me as well as recurring roles in Scandal, Betrayal, Suits, Scorpion, Secrets and Lies and is part of the cast of Amazon Video's The Tick. Hines has also had leading roles in a handful of films, and released three albums.
  • Felicia Day
    Eureka, Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, The Guild
    Kathryn Felicia Day (born June 28, 1979) is an American actress, writer, and web series creator. She is the creator, star, writer, and producer of the original web series The Guild (2007–2013), a show loosely based on her life as a gamer. She also wrote and starred in the Dragon Age web series Dragon Age: Redemption (2011). Day was a member of the board of directors of the International Academy of Web Television beginning December 2009 until the end of July 2012.On television, she has played Vi in the series Buffy the Vampire Slayer (2003) and Dr. Holly Marten in Eureka (2011), and had a recurring role as Charlie Bradbury on Supernatural (2012–2015, 2018). She has also acted in movies such as Bring It On Again (2004), as well as the Internet musical Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog (2008). In April 2017, she began appearing as Kinga Forrester in Mystery Science Theater 3000.
  • Hong Soo-hyun
    Lie to Me, Jang Ok-jung, Living by Love
    Hong Soo-hyun (born February 15, 1981) is a South Korean actress. She is best known for her roles in Dae Jo Yeong, The Princess' Man and Goodbye Dear Wife.
  • James Marsters
    Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Smallville
    James Wesley Marsters (born August 20, 1962) is an American actor, musician and voice actor. He is best known for his role as the English vampire Spike in The WB series Buffy the Vampire Slayer and its spin-off, Angel. Since then, he has played the alien super villain Brainiac on the Superman-inspired series Smallville, Captain John Hart on Torchwood and terrorist Barnabas Greeley in Syfy's Caprica. He appeared in a supporting role in the film P.S. I Love You, as Victor Hesse in the Hawaii Five-0 reboot, Victor Stein in the Marvel series Runaways and as the voice of Zamasu in the Funimation dub of Dragon Ball Super.
  • Jason Dohring
    Veronica Mars, Moonlight, Ringer
    Jason William Dohring (born March 30, 1982) is an American actor who is best known for his role as Logan Echolls on the television show Veronica Mars (2004–2007, 2019) and the 2014 film continuation as well as his roles as Josef Kostan on Moonlight (2007), Adam Carpenter on Ringer (2011), Detective Will Kinney on The Originals (2013) and Chase Graves on iZombie (2015). He is also known as the voice of Terra, one of the main protagonists of the Kingdom Hearts franchise (2010-2019)
  • Jo Yoon-hee
    Lie to Me, Love Can't Wait, Spotlight
    Jo Yoon-hee (born 13 October 1982) is a South Korean actress. She is best known for starring in the television dramas My Husband Got a Family (2012) and Nine (2013).
  • Kang Ji-hwan
    Lie to Me, Coffee House, Hong Gil-dong
    Kang Ji-hwan (born Jo Tae-gyu on March 20, 1977) is a South Korean actor. He began his career in musical theatre, and has since starred in television dramas such as Be Strong, Geum-soon! (2005), Capital Scandal (2007), and Hong Gil-dong (2008), as well as the films Rough Cut (2008) and My Girlfriend Is an Agent (2009). In July 2019, Kang was arrested over sexual assault allegations. Investigation is still ongoing.
  • Kirsten Ariza

    Kirsten Ariza

    Kristen Ariza is an actress.
  • Madeline Carroll
    The Cleaner, Wanted, High School Musical: Get in the Picture
    Madeline Carroll (born March 18, 1996) is an American actress.
  • Melissa George
    Grey's Anatomy, Alias, In Treatment
    Melissa Suzanne George (born 6 August 1976) is an Australian actress and entrepreneur. A former national rollerskating champion and model, George began her acting career playing Angel Parrish on the Australian soap opera Home and Away (1993–96). After moving to the United States, George made her big-screen debut in 1998 in the neo-noir/science fiction film Dark City. She later appeared in Steven Soderbergh's The Limey (1999), David Lynch's Mulholland Drive (2001), Sugar & Spice (2001), and Down with Love (2003). In 2005, George transitioned into leading roles when she played Kathy Lutz in the remake of The Amityville Horror. She followed this with a succession of films in the thriller and horror genres, such as Derailed (2005), Turistas (2006), WΔZ (2007), 30 Days of Night (2007), Triangle (2009), A Lonely Place to Die (2011), and Felony (2013). On television, George has had recurring roles on Alias (2003–04), Grey's Anatomy (2008–09) and The Good Wife (2013–14), and a leading role on the NBC medical drama Heartbeat (2016). She received a Golden Globe nomination for her portrayal of Laura Hill on HBO's In Treatment (2008). She also starred in the Australian miniseries The Slap (2011), for which she received a Logie Award, and the BBC spy series Hunted (2012). In 2015, she appeared in the American adaptation of The Slap, playing the same character, Rosie, that she played in the previous version. She currently stars as Diane Hagerty on Hulu's The First (2018t).
  • Rick Gonzalez
    Reaper, Bent, Traffic Light
    Rick Gonzalez (born June 30, 1979) is an American actor. He is known for his roles as Timo Cruz in the motion picture Coach Carter, as Ben Gonzalez on the CW supernatural drama television series Reaper, and as Naps In Roll Bounce. He currently portrays the superhero vigilante character Rene Ramirez / Wild Dog on the CW superhero drama series Arrow.
  • Sung Joon-Seo

    Sung Joon-Seo

  • Tricia Helfer
    Battlestar Galactica, Burn Notice, The Super Hero Squad Show
    Tricia Helfer, a Canadian actress and former model, is best known for her role as Number Six in the critically acclaimed television series Battlestar Galactica. Born on April 11, 1974, in Donalda, Alberta, she was raised on a family farm before being discovered by a modeling agency at the age of 17. This led to a successful international modeling career, during which she won the Ford Models' Supermodel of the World contest in 1992. Helfer transitioned into acting in the early 2000s, making her debut on the television series Jeremiah. However, it was her portrayal of the humanoid Cylon Number Six in Battlestar Galactica that catapulted her into the limelight. Her performance earned her a Leo Award for Best Lead Performance By A Female in Dramatic Series in 2005. Beyond this iconic role, she has demonstrated her versatility with performances in various genres, including crime dramas like Lucifer and Burn Notice, and animated series such as Green Lantern: The Animated Series. In addition to her acting career, Helfer has made significant contributions to philanthropy. She co-founded the charity "Acting Outlaws" with fellow Battlestar Galactica actress Katee Sackhoff, which raises funds through motorcycle rides and donations for various causes. Her journey from farm girl to supermodel to acclaimed actress serves as an inspiring testament to her talent, dedication, and resilience.
  • Yoon Eun-hye
    Lie to Me, The 1st Shop of Coffee Prince, Princess Hours
    Yoon Eun-hye (born October 3, 1984) is a South Korean actress, singer, entertainer and model. She debuted as a member of girl group Baby Vox, staying with the group from 1999 to 2005. Yoon has since moved on to acting and is best known for starring in the television dramas Princess Hours (2006), The Vineyard Man (2006), Coffee Prince (2007), My Fair Lady (2009) Lie to Me (2011), Missing You (2012), and Love Alert (2018). She has also participated in several variety shows such as Law of the Jungle (2020) and Cook King - The Birth of a Cooking King (2021).