We Were Liars TV Series Adaptation: Everything You Need to Know

If you were obsessed with We Were Liars by E. Lockhart (same), then get excited because it’s officially being turned into a TV series! Amazon Prime Video is bringing the emotional, twisty YA novel to life, and here’s everything you need to know about the We Were Liars adaptation.

**What is We Were Liars About?**

In case you need a refresher, We Were Liars follows Cadence Sinclair, the eldest granddaughter of a wealthy, seemingly perfect family who spend their summers on a private island. But after a mysterious accident in her fifteenth summer, Cadence struggles to remember what really happened. It’s a story about privilege, family secrets, love, and betrayal—so basically, it’s going to make for a very binge-worthy show.

**Who is Making the We Were Liars TV Show?**

Amazon Prime Video is behind the series, with Julie Plec (The Vampire Diaries) and Carina Adly MacKenzie (Roswell, New Mexico) leading the adaptation. Even better, E. Lockhart herself is an executive producer, meaning she’ll help make sure it stays true to the book.

**Who is in the We Were Liars Cast?**

The cast list is stacked with talent, including some familiar faces:

Cadence Sinclair – Emily Alyn Lind (The Babysitter, Gossip Girl reboot)
Harris Sinclair (Cadence’s grandfather) – David Morse (The Green Mile, The Hurt Locker)
Tipper Sinclair (Cadence’s grandmother) – Wendy Crewson (Room, Air Force One)
Penny Sinclair (Cadence’s mum) – Caitlin FitzGerald (Succession, Masters of Sex)
Carrie Sinclair (Cadence’s aunt) – Mamie Gummer (True Detective, The Good Wife)
Bess Sinclair (another aunt) – Candice King (The Vampire Diaries)
Mirren Sinclair (Cadence’s cousin) – Esther McGregor (making her big acting debut)

Expect even more casting announcements soon!

**When is We Were Liars Coming Out?**

There’s no official release date yet, but filming is currently underway. It’s expected to hit Amazon Prime Video in late 2025, so you have plenty of time for a re-read before it drops.

Why Should You Be Excited?

If you’ve read We Were Liars, you know this is going to be so good. The story is filled with twists, heartbreak, and jaw-dropping moments that will translate perfectly to TV. With such a talented cast and crew behind it, this series is shaping up to be the next big YA obsession.

Will it live up to the book? Only time will tell. But one thing’s for sure: we’ll be watching.