We Were Liars (2025)
We Were Liars is a 2025 television drama series based on the bestselling novel by E. Lockhart. Set against the backdrop of a wealthy family’s private island, the story follows seventeen-year-old Cadence Sinclair as she attempts to unravel the mysteries of her past. After a tragic accident during one fateful summer, Cadence struggles with memory loss and haunting questions about what truly happened.
Created by Carina Adly MacKenzie and Julie Plec, the series weaves together themes of privilege, betrayal, love, and tragedy. Over the course of eight episodes, viewers are drawn into a psychological mystery as Cadence pieces together broken memories and confronts difficult truths about her family and herself.
The cast is led by Emily Alyn Lind, who delivers a compelling performance as Cadence Sinclair, capturing both her vulnerability and determination. Brady Droulis stars as Will Dennis, a close family friend entangled in the island’s secrets. Caitlin FitzGerald plays Penny Sinclair, Cadence’s mother, whose concern and evasive nature add tension to the narrative. Additional key performances include Mamie Gummer as Carrie Sinclair, Candice King as Bess Sinclair, and Rahul Kohli as Ed.
Series Details
| Title | We Were Liars |
|---|---|
| Release Year | 2025 |
| Creators | Carina Adly MacKenzie, Julie Plec |
| Genres | Drama, Mystery, Romance, Thriller |
Main Cast
| Actor | Character | Episodes |
|---|---|---|
| Emily Alyn Lind | Cadence Sinclair | 8 |
| Brady Droulis | Will Dennis | 8 |
| Caitlin FitzGerald | Penny Sinclair | 8 |
| Mamie Gummer | Carrie Sinclair | 8 |
| Candice King | Bess Sinclair | 8 |
| Rahul Kohli | Ed | 8 |
| Shubham Maheshwari | Gat | 8 |
| Esther McGregor | Mirren Sinclair | 8 |
We Were Liars is a gripping series filled with emotional drama and suspenseful twists, offering viewers a layered narrative about family, loss, and the burden of secrets.
