Screenwriter Matthew Robinson, Co‑writer of “The Invention of Lying”

Matthew Robinson, an American author, screenwriter, director, producer and podcaster, was born on May 26 1978 in Los Angeles, California. He co‑wrote and co‑directed the 2009 comedy film *The Invention of Lying* alongside Ricky Gervais, launching his Hollywood career. Robinson later penned the screenplays for *Monster Trucks* (2016), *Dora and the Lost City of Gold* (2019), *Love and Monsters* (2020) and *Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die*. He has also contributed to television projects such as *Black Box* and co‑hosts the podcasts *Get Up On This* and *Cliché Defense*.

Robinson’s work spans film, TV and audio media, reflecting a versatile storytelling career within the American entertainment industry.