The Australian psychological thriller Lie With Me has regained significant attention among streaming audiences as it becomes available on Channel 5. Originally released in 2021, the four-part series is being highlighted as an ideal “one-night binge,” consisting of four hour-long episodes that focus on a family’s unraveling after a move to Melbourne.
The plot centers on Anna and Jake Fallmont, played by Charlie Brooks (EastEnders) and Brett Tucker (Station 19), who relocate their family from London to Australia in an attempt to repair their marriage following an affair. The tension escalates when they hire a local nanny, Becky Hart (played by Phoebe Roberts), whose arrival triggers a series of dark and unpredictable events.
Audience reception has been notably enthusiastic, with many viewers taking to social media to praise the series for its constant plot twists and pacing. Some fans have described the show as “brilliant,” while others have specifically pointed to the four-hour total runtime as a major draw for those seeking a self-contained story that can be completed in a single sitting.
Despite the positive audience engagement, critical reception remains polarized. The Financial Times awarded the series a four-star review, describing it as “simmering with tension.” Conversely, The Guardian offered a more critical two-star assessment, characterizing the narrative as “improbably silly.” Regardless of the critical divide, the show’s resurgence on streaming platforms confirms its status as a popular choice for fans of domestic psychological thrillers.