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Lindsay Lohan and Shailene Woodley Headline Hulu’s Count My Lies
Hulu’s Next Big Thriller
Streaming giant Hulu has confirmed its newest series, Count My Lies, and it already has Hollywood buzzing. The thriller is fronted by Lindsay Lohan and Shailene Woodley, marking a high-profile pairing that blends nostalgia with fresh star power. The show is based on Sophie Stava’s novel and comes from acclaimed former This Is Us showrunners Isaac Aptaker and Elizabeth Berger.
A Web of Deception
The story follows Sloane Caraway, played by Woodley, a compulsive liar who talks her way into a nanny job for Violet, portrayed by Lohan, and her husband, Jay Lockhart. To Sloane it looks like the perfect position, but the household she’s entered is anything but ordinary. Beneath the polished surface lies a family brimming with secrets that could erupt at any moment, leading to devastating consequences.
The logline hints at a psychological thriller rooted in deception, identity, and the danger of hidden truths. Expect tension that unfolds inside a glamorous world where nothing is as it seems.
Why the Casting Matters
Lohan’s involvement comes on the back of her successful return to film with Freakier Friday, which recently impressed at the box office. For fans who grew up with her, this new role signals her continued comeback and ability to reinvent herself. Woodley, meanwhile, is no stranger to prestige television. Count My Lies marks her second Hulu series after her performance in Paradise season two, further solidifying her place as one of streaming’s most versatile talents.
From Page to Screen
Disney’s 20th Television is producing the limited series, with Aptaker and Berger adapting Stava’s book for the screen. Known for weaving emotion and complexity into their projects, the creative team behind This Is Us suggests Count My Lies will deliver not only suspense but also layered character work. Stava herself is on board as a producer, ensuring the adaptation honours the spirit of her novel.
A Fresh Chapter for Two Stars
For Lohan, this project cements her re-entry into mainstream Hollywood after years away. For Woodley, it highlights her ability to balance blockbuster films with intimate, character-driven stories on television. Together, their pairing creates intrigue across different audiences, from those nostalgic for 2000s favourites to viewers seeking smart, high-stakes drama.
What to Expect
With its compelling premise, proven creative team, and powerful leads, Count My Lies has all the hallmarks of a binge-worthy hit. For Hulu, it represents another step in building a slate of thrillers that resonate globally. For audiences, it is the promise of a story that blends glamour with danger, secrets with suspense, and star power with substance.
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