Olivia Wilde Reflects on Her Role in the Bold Poly-rom-com

WHO:

Little White Lies - Olivia Wilde, Edward Norton

WHAT:

Little White Lies - Olivia Wilde’s film "The Invite" features a strained couple hosting their sexually adventurous neighbors for dinner.

CBS News Entertainment - "The Invite" explores the unraveling and evolution of two very different marriages over the course of an unforgettable evening.

WHY:

CBS News Entertainment - Olivia Wilde was initially reluctant to star in "The Invite."

HOW:

CBS News Entertainment - Olivia Wilde directed "The Invite" and discussed whether she and Edward Norton brought any of their own experiences to the movie.

(UPDATED June 29, 2026 17:51 UTC)

Olivia Wilde's new film "The Invite," which she directed, features a strained couple hosting their sexually adventurous neighbors for dinner, exploring the unraveling and evolution of two very different marriages over the course of an unforgettable evening. Wilde was initially reluctant to star in the film, but ultimately decided to take on the project alongside Edward Norton, who also plays a role. In a recent discussion, Wilde talked about whether she and Norton drew from their own experiences while creating this compelling narrative.