History of Tell Me Lies (TV series) in Timeline

Tell Me Lies is a drama series following the tumultuous and toxic relationship between Lucy Albright and Stephen DeMarco, beginning when they meet in college and spanning eight years. The series explores the complexities of their connection, marked by obsession, manipulation, and deceit. Based on Carola Lovering's novel, the show delves into the long-lasting consequences of youthful decisions and the challenges of escaping unhealthy patterns. Created by Meaghan Oppenheimer, the series premiered on Hulu and has been renewed for multiple seasons.

2008: Lucy and Chris meet at Baird; Stephen flaunts new iPhone

In 2008, Lucy returns to campus, meets Chris, and reconnects with Bree and Pippa. Stephen flaunts a new iPhone given to him by Diana's father.

2018: Tell Me Lies Novel by Carola Lovering

In 2018, Carola Lovering wrote the novel 'Tell Me Lies'.

September 1, 2020: Emma Roberts signs first-look deal with Hulu

On September 1, 2020, Emma Roberts, via her production company, Belletrist TV, signed a first-look deal at Hulu and was set to adapt Carola Lovering's Tell Me Lies for television as her first project.

August 3, 2021: Hulu Orders Tell Me Lies to Series

On August 3, 2021, it was reported that Hulu had given the production of Tell Me Lies a straight-to-series order.

November 19, 2021: Jackson White Joins Tell Me Lies Main Cast

On November 19, 2021, it was announced that Jackson White joined the main cast of Tell Me Lies.

December 9, 2021: Sonia Mena, Catherine Missal, and Alicia Crowder Cast as Series Regulars

On December 9, 2021, it was reported that Sonia Mena, Catherine Missal, and Alicia Crowder were cast as series regulars in Tell Me Lies.

February 4, 2022: Branden Cook, Spencer House, and Benjamin Wadsworth Join Tell Me Lies Cast

On February 4, 2022, Branden Cook, Spencer House, and Benjamin Wadsworth joined the cast of Tell Me Lies in starring roles.

April 14, 2022: Jonathan Levine Joins as Director and Executive Producer

On April 14, 2022, Jonathan Levine joined the series to direct the pilot and executive produce the series.

September 7, 2022: Tell Me Lies Series Release on Hulu

On September 7, 2022, Tell Me Lies, a drama television series based on the novel by Carola Lovering, was released on Hulu, starring Grace Van Patten and Jackson White.

November 2022: Tell Me Lies Renewed for Season 2

In November 2022, Tell Me Lies was renewed for a second season.

November 29, 2022: Tell Me Lies Renewed for Season 2 by Hulu

On November 29, 2022, Hulu renewed the series Tell Me Lies for a second season.

2022: ReFrame Stamp for Gender-Balanced Hiring

In 2022, Tell Me Lies was one of 200 television series that received the ReFrame Stamp for the years 2022 to 2023 for gender-balanced hiring.

2023: ReFrame Stamp for Gender-Balanced Hiring

In 2023, Tell Me Lies was one of 200 television series that received the ReFrame Stamp for the years 2022 to 2023 for gender-balanced hiring.

January 17, 2024: Filming Begins for Season 2

On January 17, 2024, filming for the second season of Tell Me Lies began.

January 24, 2024: Tom Ellis Cast as Series Regular for Season 2

On January 24, 2024, Tom Ellis was cast as a new series regular for the second season of Tell Me Lies.

February 14, 2024: Thomas Doherty Joins Cast in Recurring Role for Season 2

On February 14, 2024, Thomas Doherty joined the cast of Tell Me Lies in a recurring role for the second season.

March 5, 2024: Jacob Rodriguez and Katherine Hughes Cast in Recurring Roles for Season 2

On March 5, 2024, Jacob Rodriguez and Katherine Hughes were cast in recurring capacities for the second season of Tell Me Lies.

September 4, 2024: Tell Me Lies Season 2 Premiere

On September 4, 2024, the second season of Tell Me Lies premiered.

October 20, 2024: Tell Me Lies Among Top Streamed Series

For the week ending October 20, 2024, Tell Me Lies ranked among the top ten most-streamed original series in the United States, according to TV Time.

December 2024: Tell Me Lies Renewed for Season 3

In December 2024, the series was renewed for a third season.

December 19, 2024: Tell Me Lies Renewed for Season 3 by Hulu

On December 19, 2024, Hulu renewed the series for a third season.

May 9, 2025: Costa D'Angelo Joins Cast as Series Regular for Season 3

On May 9, 2025, Costa D'Angelo joined the cast of Tell Me Lies as a new series regular for the third season.

May 29, 2025: Filming Begins for Season 3

Filming for the third season of Tell Me Lies took place from May 29, 2025.

June 9, 2025: Iris Apatow Cast in Recurring Role for Season 3

On June 9, 2025, Iris Apatow was cast in a recurring role for the third season of Tell Me Lies.

August 29, 2025: Filming Ends for Season 3

Filming for the third season of Tell Me Lies ended on August 29, 2025.

January 13, 2026: Tell Me Lies Season 3 Premiere

On January 13, 2026, the third season of Tell Me Lies premiered.

February 16, 2026: Series Finale Announcement

On February 16, 2026, Meaghan Oppenheimer announced that the third season finale of Tell Me Lies is the series finale.

February 17, 2026: Tell Me Lies Series Finale

The series finale of Tell Me Lies is scheduled to be released on February 17, 2026.

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